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MenLiving & AARP IL Unite for Meaningful Dialogue Among Men Over 50
The Illinois Commerce Commission is currently considering a proposal from Nicor that would raise customers’ gas rates by $316 million. If approved, this would be the largest gas hike in history and customer rates are expected to rise by more than $90 a year.
Governor JB Pritzker signed HB 1226, the Road Safety & Fairness Act into law, a bipartisan measure championed by Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias and AARP Illinois.
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Are you interested enhancing your skills and knowledge of newer technology? There is still space available to sign up for the Digital Bridge Initiative. Technology continues to advance at a rapid rate. Whether you want to keep in touch with your loved ones, share photos, or even make a video call, learning the latest technology is more important than ever. More than the social aspect, as the digital world advances, online scammers become more sophisticated. You need the knowledge to protect your information from digital fraud. The Digital Bridge Initiative is a FREE digital literacy project led by the Virgin Islands Youth Advocacy Coalition, Inc. (VIYAC) and funded by AARP through the annual AARP Challenge Grant.
AARP Vermont recently released findings from an April 2025 survey conducted by ANR Market Research of Burlington adults aged 45 and older. The results reveal a community deeply committed to staying put—81% want to remain in Burlington as they age—yet face mounting challenges that could push them out. High property taxes, rising utility bills, aging housing stock, and limited mobility options are making it harder for residents to maintain their independence and stay in the neighborhoods they call home.
Join us for upcoming events online or in person from AARP Massachusetts. We have plenty of events to keep you informed and entertained. Tune in and sign up today.
AARP Montana invites you to Webinar Wednesdays — a free informational series on select Wednesdays of the month at 10:00 AM.
Each session starts with a complimentary dinner and time to connect with fellow caregivers from 5:30-6:15, followed by a presentation provided by local specialists on the evenings topic from 6:15-7:30.
No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the process easier
No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the process easier
The Care for Caregivers series offers five weeks of workshops on different subjects important to those acting as caregivers to a loved one. The events always start with a congregate dinner at 5:30 p.m. with the workshop kicking off at 6:30 p.m.
AARP announced there are now 1,000 communities in the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities, a nationwide movement transforming how cities, towns, and counties support residents of all ages.
We know family caregivers are stressed. Caring for a loved one can be rewarding and life changing. We have some commonsense solutions to caregiving issues that will save time and money and help you find support.
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