As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
Public spaces, transportation and housing improvements will be funded through AARP's 2025 Community Challenges grants, which awarded $105,500 to eight Arizona groups.
AARP Arizona selected George Macedon for his remarkable service, which has greatly benefited his community, reflected AARP’s vision and mission, and inspired other volunteers.
Medicare and Medicaid recipients will breathe a sigh of relief as the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) announced that they are in the process of removing social security numbers from insurance cards. This move will offer greater protection to 57.7 million Americans.
Join us on Saturday, May 27, 2017 from 9:45 a.m. - noon and help local artist David Murrieta finish painting a community mural. We also invite you to tune every Saturday 8 - 9 a.m. on 1190 AM or watch and follow us on Facebook @AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection.
AARP is pleased to share with you our new pension resource, Understanding Public Pensions: Guide for Elected Officials, authored by AARP and the Center for State and Local Government Excellence. ( http://bit.ly/2pOER0X)
We are very excited to announce the launch of AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection, a radio-social media platform. This platform will convene community thought leaders to educate on relevant issues (such as history, health, education, money, and other), celebrate Latino accomplishments (academically, politically, business, arts), and connect Hispanics of all generations.
APS is currently asking for approval to impose higher residential electric rates; a near doubling of the fixed charge portion of monthly basic rate plan electric bills, and imposing restrictions on rate plan choices for new customers.