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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.
In honor of National Volunteer Week, we are sharing stories about individuals across California who help us amplify our work each and every day. Today we'd like to introduce you to Jacqueline Inniss, a dedicated volunteer who is an active member of our Capitol Response Team, a group of dedicated volunteers who advocate for the 50+ in Sacramento.
Attend AARP’s free, two-part webinar to find out how.
In honor of National Volunteer Week, we are sharing stories about individuals across California who help us amplify our work each and every day. Today we'd like to introduce you to Lourdes Mejía-Diez, a volunteer from San Diego who has a passion for event planning and for sprucing up her 1994 Nissan Sentra.
In honor of National Volunteer Week, we are sharing stories about individuals across California who help us amplify our work each and every day. Today we are shining a spotlight on David Lindeman, a renowned expert in technology and aging and a member of our Executive Council, a group of volunteer leaders that provides strategic vision and guidance for AARP in California.
It’s National Volunteer Week and we couldn’t be more thrilled to celebrate. Here in California we work with some of the most dynamic, motivating and impressive individuals in the Golden State.
Welcome Spring with AARP in San Diego!
By Rita Beamish
Find out what you can already be doing to prepare at our free, two-part webinar.
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Throughout Black History Month we have been focusing on legacy and generational storytelling. We’ve spoken with grandparents who wish to pass along knowledge and experience to their grandchildren, and we’ve explored avenues for making a lasting impact.
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