AARP California

As we age, nurturing our mental, emotional, and physical health becomes more important than ever. Did you know that spending time in nature isn’t just relaxing—it can actively improve your health, boost your mood, and even strengthen your immune system?

Gayle Brown Olson has been awarded the 2025 AARP Andrus Award for Community Service for Minnesota. The annual award is AARP’s most prestigious and visible volunteer award. It recognizes individuals who share their experience, talent, and skills to enrich their communities in ways consistent with AARP’s purpose and vision. Gayle’s unwavering commitment to volunteer service exemplifies the belief of AARP’s founder, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, in the power of ordinary people to do extraordinary things.

ASHEVILLE, NC — AARP North Carolina has released a powerful new video, “Rebuilding with an Age-Friendly Lens.” Just under four minutes long, the video showcases the voices and visions of community leaders working to ensure older adults are not left behind in the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastation.

AARP Massachusetts State Director Jen Benson testified in favor of a bill that will help the 780,000 caregivers in Massachusetts with a $1500 tax credit, work place protection, respite vouchers and allowing spouses to be paid as a caregiver among other provisions.

Our team has been busy... and our volunteers even busier! Check out the work that has been happening at AARP Arkansas. There are plenty of opportunities to join in this year.

AARP Oklahoma is hosting an interactive town hall focused on the latest updates to Medicare and Social Security on October 9 at 10 a.m. During the interactive town hall, the panelists will cover key topics

AARP Idaho will host a statewide telephone town hall on Wednesday, October 8, at 11:00 a.m. (MTN) to discuss timely health insurance issues that affect older Idahoans, such as Medicare open enrollment, Medicare fraud and health care markets.

Do you find shorter days, colder weather, and turning back the clocks tend to produce negative emotions or a sense of resignation?!

Ready to whisk yourself away to the heart of Paris—without leaving your kitchen? Join us for a deliciously fun online cook-along on October 17 at 2 PM, where you’ll master two French classics:

The following guest post was submitted by Bill Wiggin, co-founder of the Earth Friendly Project