John Martin

Our 2012 Honorees

Two years ago, Theresa Dickey heard that she and her husband might qualify for food stamps. Their total retirement income--Social Security and two pensions--came to less than $1,500 per month.She was 86, her husband nearly 90. They had some health problems, and medical bills of up to $200 a month. So she applied, and was approved.

By Kathleen Connell

AARP Foundation Giving $1.3 Million to Communities Hit Hardest by Superstorm Sandy

What do you have to say about what the state needs to do to address Alzheimer's Disease and related disorders? The state is asking for public input in a series of public meeting. Become an advocate for someone you love.

Please consider volunteering a few hours Friday, November 30 and/or Saturday, December 1 as AARP Rhode Island and Rebuilding Together Providence give St. Martin de Porres Community Center some much needed and appreciated TLC.

Nuestra galardonada (Mejor documental, LA Web Series Festival) explora ción multimedia del hambre entre los adultos mayores en la comunidad del West End en Providence incluye una serie documental de ocho capítulos producida, dirigida y narrada por John Martin, de AARP Rhode Island y con historias basadas en la web de Jody McPhillips.

AARP Rhode Island is proud to join the RI Department of Health and the American Diabetes Association in promoting a better understanding of diabetes and how it can be controlled. Please join us on November 14.