Mark Hollis

With people staying healthy and active longer, communities have to adapt. There’ll be need for more safe, walkable streets, better housing and transportation options, and opportunities for civic engagement. The AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities gives cities guidance on how to reach their goals in becoming great places for people of all ages.

In recognition of his work during the 2017 Regular Texas Legislative Session, state Sen. Kelly Hancock (R-North Richland Hills) has been presented a Texas Legislative Leadership Award from AARP Texas, a nonpartisan, nonprofit advocacy organization for older Texans.

AARP Report Finds Systemic Gaps in Texas in Nursing Homes and Support for Family Caregivers

New Poll Asks 50-Plus Texans their views on where things are headed and if Texas is ready for an aging population

Voters age 50+ expect candidates to listen to them and focus on the issues that matter to them. Visit www.aarp.org/inmyshoes

AARP Texas recently hosted an online conversation with Beth Osborne, director of Transportation for America.

AARP Texas is teaming up with residents of the Linwood neighborhood of Fort Worth, the City of Fort Worth, and others to create a “Better Block” demonstration project.

Texas has submitted a 131-page vision for the future of broadband in Texas.

Careyaya connects medical and nursing students with caregivers to bridge the gap in accessible support.

Hurricane Harvey caused widespread, catastrophic flooding and damage in Texas and elsewhere along the Gulf Coast. The recovery will continue for a long while.