As a strong, nonpartisan advocate for social change at the local, state and national levels, AARP Advocacy fights for issues that matter to the more than 100 million Americans over age 50, their families, and society, including leading efforts to strengthen and protect Social Security. In Maine, more than 360,000 individuals benefit from this remarkable program.
AARP Texas is proud to announce and welcome Melodía Gutiérrez to the Association’s Dallas-Fort Worth team. Gutiérrez, an AARP associate state director of outreach and advocacy, is leading AARP’s work in Fort Worth and surrounding areas.
WAKE FOREST, NC -- To best prepare for a population that is both growing and aging, the Town of Wake Forest, North Carolina, joined the AARP Network of Age Friendly States and Communities. The announcement was made at the town’s Board of Commissioner’s meeting on July 16. Through the Network, the Town of Wake Forest will receive both technical assistance and shared expertise to help develop changes to support people of all ages.