Ted Carey

If you’re a member of MassHealth, you may need to show you still qualify for the assistance. Federal laws changed when the COVID Public Health Emergency ended last spring. MassHealth must now determine members are still eligible for the program

As the fall formal legislation season winds down, AARP Massachusetts saw key bills make headway on Beacon Hill. Nursing home reform and a bill aimed at cutting prescription drug costs cleared hurdles.

Note: The Bill passed the Massachusetts House of Representatives and now goes to the Senate for consideration

Note: This bill passed the Massachusetts Senate November 15. It now moves to the House for consideration.

The Boston Globe has written an editorial backing the proposal allowing spouses to be hired and paid as caregivers. AARP is cited and quoted in the editorial.

AARP Massachusetts pays tribute to their dedication and commitment to community service with our most prestigious volunteer award

AARP Massachusetts testified in favor of an Act to Encourage Retirement Planning at the Joint Committee on Financial Services. The work and save program would allow workers to be better prepared for retirement

AARP Massachusetts supports An Act Allowing Spouses to Serve as Caregivers. Senate Bill no. 67/House Bill no. 216. AARP submitted testimony to the Massachusetts Legislature Joint Committee on Children, Families and Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities

We’re thrilled to announce that thirteen organizations right here in Massachusetts have been awarded 2023 AARP Community Challenge grants for quick-action projects that will create more livable communities for residents of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, right here in the Bay State. Click to learn more. All part of our Livable Communities and Age & Dementia Friendly work.

Governor Healey signed the first tax cuts in 20 years into law. AARP fought for a number of the key provisions that benefit older residents and caregivers in the Bay State. Learn more.