Kathy Keller

By Sanford Holmes

Take Action this Wednesday, February 27!

As elected officials consider adopting the chained CPI as part of a budget deal, AARP has unveiled a new on-line calculator to show Americans how much they would lose if Washington changes the way the cost-of-living is calculated for Social Security and veterans benefits. By entering their age and estimated annual benefit, users can see how much less they would receive over the years if the chained CPI becomes law.

Spring break presents a perfect opportunity for AARP members to take advantage of a special discount to visit the Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit at Cincinnati Museum Center.

Columbus, OH – Jane Taylor, state director for AARP Ohio, today thanked Ohio Gov. John Kasich for agreeing to expand Medicaid, allowing more Ohioans to get the health care they need. She issued the following statement in support of the governor’s proposal.

LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Ron Bridges joined the AARP Kentucky team as its new State Director. Bridges joined the Kentucky state office after fifteen years of service as Associate State Director for Government Affairs in the AARP Ohio Office.

AARP – 1.5 million members strong in Ohio – is working to improve the lives of all Ohioans through advocacy, information and community service. Our legislative priorities reflect members’ needs and interests, and are consistent with AARP national public policies and priorities. Through the leadership of our all-volunteer Executive Council, AARP Ohio has set 2013 state legislative priorities to focus on protecting and improving in-home and community-based long-term care services, expanding access to affordable healthcare, and organizing support for affordable and reliable home energy and utilities.

Politicians in Washington are at it again, talking about making cuts to Social Security as part of a budget deal. But now, AARP and the Cincinnati Enquirer bring you a unique opportunity to learn about proposals to keep Social Security’s promise to today’s seniors and future generations.

Robert Wilk of Cuyahoga Falls has been named winner of the Performance Racing Network’s (PRN) ‘Win Groceries for a Year Sweepstakes’ presented by AARP Foundation and Nationwide Insurance.

If your 2013 resolutions seek to improve your community, AARP Ohio can help.