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AARP Iowa

News, information and resources on issues that matter to Iowans 50+
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are residential living units on the same lot as a single-family or primary dwelling. AARP Iowa is working to expand access to this housing option by championing a statewide ADU law that would give all Iowans the right to build an ADU on their property, reducing unnecessary regulations and red tape.
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AARP Iowa works with community members and decision-makers to inform and enact positive change on the issues that affect all of us as we age. This includes health and independence, financial security and making our communities more livable for all Iowans.
No matter where you are in your caregiving journey, having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.
The 2024 grant from AARP Oklahoma for OSU's hot spot program brings the number of rural libraries now involved in the program to 33. The three communities added this year are Bristow, Yale, and Shattuck.
The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 introduced major updates to retirement savings, offering greater flexibility for individuals managing their 401(k) plans. These changes, effective in 2024, allow easier access to retirement funds for emergencies and adjust required minimum distribution (RMD) rules. While the updates are helpful, it’s important to weigh the long-term impact of these decisions on your financial future.
December 2 to 6, 2024, is Older Driver Safety Awareness Week (ODSAW), a time to empower older adults to improve their safety on the nation’s roadways.
Kelly Ryan Huffield of White Sulphur Springs selected as recipient of 2024 Andrus Award for Community Service
At many Thanksgiving dinners, assembled families and friends will go around the table and express their thanks for what the last year has brought.
While this season is supposed to be filled with joy and cheer, it’s also, unfortunately, a season of holiday scams.
May your 2024 holidays be filled with joy, love and ease.
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The annual program aims to make communities in Vermont more livable for people of all ages
As online holiday shopping ramps up, so do scam attempts.
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