Caregiving

Advocating for what is important to our members and giving you a voice at the state and federal levels is a priority for AARP Minnesota. Your voice matters. We work with local organizations and town and city officials on making our communities more livable and greater places to age with dignity and purpose.

Caregiving can be challenging, especially for family caregivers of those living with dementia. Have you ever wondered if there is a more positive approach you can take in your journey caring for a loved one with dementia? Join AARP Michigan at a free, virtual event on May 29 to learn more.

On April 16, AARP Vermont Associate State Director of Advocacy Colin Hilliard presented testimony to the Vermont House Ways and Means Committee in support of S.51. This bill would provide individuals who provide uncompensated care a refundable credit against their personal income tax liability valued up to $1,000 if certain income, familial, and time requirements are met.

A portable or fixed standby electrical generator can be a big help after a hurricane. But AARP’s Florida state director urged Floridians to take care when using electrical power generators for backup power during power outages as the 2019 hurricane season ramps up.

Session 1: Managing Money: A Caregivers Guide to Finances

A Moving It with AARP virtual series focused on caregivers

Since the new administration took office in Washington, D.C., AARP has initiated a campaign to champion the Credit for Caring Act. This proposed legislation seeks to provide working family caregivers with a non-refundable tax credit to help alleviate caregiving expenses.

Join AARP Virgin Islands on 4/26 for an engaging, interactive CAREversation that touches on emotional and mental well-being of caregivers.

Fighting for lower prescription drug costs, housing solutions, fraud protections and more.

Free resources, community programming and access to discounts to meet the unique needs of veterans and their loved ones.