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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.
ESPAÑOL | Social Security is celebrating its 90th Anniversary—and we want to commemorate this milestone with YOU! For nine decades, Social Security has been a cornerstone of financial security for millions of Americans, and we believe it must remain that way for generations to come. That’s why we need your help!
Hey San Diego! In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, AARP California invites you to our Second Annual Women of Color Conference. This gathering explores the realities of aging and end-of-life with honesty and compassion — from putting together your “Just in Case” documents to navigating caregiving and making choices that reflect your values.
With 3.2 million members in California, AARP California strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to older Californians and their families, including health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment.
In Clear Terms with AARP California™ is a free podcast that focuses on issues impacting Californians of all ages.
AARP’s unwavering commitment to the LGBT community reflects our core belief in the dignity, worth, and potential of every individual. That’s why we are proud to announce these weekly virtual events to celebrate PRIDE month by connecting you to information, inspiration, and conversation. Please join us for one or all of the following FREE events:
Nominate an exceptional volunteer for California’s 2022 AARP Andrus Award for Community Service
Join AARP California as we recognize Asian American and Pacific Islander culture and contributions to the United States.
Creating more affordable housing is a key issue California officials hope to address with the state's new “Master Plan for Aging.” It outlines five priorities to help make the state more livable for people of all ages, including putting parks closer to homes and making public transit more accessible.
Can a healthy lifestyle protect memory in older adults? We are in a race against time to answer this question as the number of older Americans who experience memory problems continues to increase everyday. U.S. POINTER is a national study funded by the Alzheimer’s Association® and of which UC Davis is a site, testing whether two different healthy lifestyle programs can protect brain health. Joining U.S. POINTER is your chance to help us find a way to prevent memory loss in Americans.
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Learn how you can make your home more comfortable as you age in place
As part of our Black History Month celebration, we met with AARP volunteers from throughout California to talk about Black wellness, how to prioritize health and health heroes. Each week, we’ll unveil a video from our series!
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