Jack Lunsford is still amazed when he considers how vast AARP’s mission is as an organization. AARP enhances the quality of life for older people, promotes their independence, determines the role and place of older persons in society and improves the image of aging.
The names of the first 10 Medicare drugs whose prices the federal government will negotiate directly with manufacturers were released Aug. 29. Popular but pricey blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer treatments make historic list.
Jack Shahbazian, a veteran volunteer for AARP Arizona, and Adelia Hefiln, a newer addition to AARP’s volunteer team, both became AARP Volunteers for the same reason — to grow their own personal community in Phoenix.
AARP Arizona State Director Dana Marie Kennedy and Associate State Director of Community Outreach Brenda Holt have been selected as recipients of the Inaugural 50 Over 50 Awards presented by FSL (Foundation for Senior Living). Honorees were recognized for their outstanding service to aging Arizonans at FSL’s 50th anniversary event held on October 22 at the Renaissance Hotel in Phoenix.
Phoenix GO Bond Question 4 seeks voter authorization to issue and sell general obligation (GO) bonds up to $63,000,000 to enhance, preserve, and increase the supply of affordable housing and senior centers.
Phoenix GO Bond Question 3 seeks voter authorization to issue and sell general obligation (GO) bonds up to $114,385,000 to create an efficient, modern Phoenix to live and work.
Phoenix GO Bond Question 2 seeks voter authorization to issue and sell general obligation (GO) bonds up to $108,615,000 to improve quality of life in Phoenix neighborhoods.
Phoenix GO Bond Question 1 seeks voter authorization to issue and sell general obligation (GO) bonds up to $214,000,000 to enhance community safety through fire, police, roadway, and pedestrian infrastructure.
PHOENIX, Arizona – AARP’s new Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Scorecard finds that more than three years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, care provided in the United States for older adults and people with disabilities is painfully inadequate. The report finds that major gaps persist in every state, including Arizona, especially related to support adult day care services, nursing home residents with pressure sores, nursing home Covid-19 vaccination rates for residents and staff and access to housing assistance for people with disabilities.
Tempe became Arizona’s first “Dementia Friendly Community” and one of the first in the nation. In addition to the summit, to be held on Nov. 18, the city offers programs and resources to educate people about dementia-related diseases.