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November marks National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize the 38 million Americans, 210,000 in Idaho, who help care for aging parents, spouses and other loved ones so they can remain at home – as opposed to costly institutions. In the Gem State alone, family caregivers provide unpaid care valued at a staggering $3 billion annually.

Welcome to AARP New Jersey's voters' guide for the 2025 Governor’s race. Republican nominee, Jack Ciattarelli, and the Democratic nominee, Mikie Sherrill share their views on issues that count for the 50+.

The sharp rise in home prices and rentals has made housing increasingly unaffordable across Florida, especially in Tampa Bay.

Fraud today is largely run by sophisticated, large-scale operations led by transnational crime groups, stealing an estimated $158 billion from Americans in a single year. This is not just a consumer education issue — it’s a national security threat that demands urgent attention.

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Starting January 1, 2026, Minnesota workers will have access to Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML)—a new state benefit that provides financial support and job protection when you need time away from work to care for yourself or a loved one.

Beginning January 1, 2026, Minnesota’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program will provide workers with job-protected, partially paid time off for medical and caregiving needs. As an employer, you’ll play a key role in supporting your team—and complying with the law.

How AARP Alaska is protecting Social Security for Alaskans today and for generations to come

We talked about AI, cryptocurrency, and some common scams. Find information about local resources and a Q&A recap in this blog.

Remember the “mother-in-law suite” or “granny flat”? These small, separate living spaces tucked behind a main house were once common in American neighborhoods. After World War II, they popped up across the country, offering families a way to keep loved ones close while giving them independence. However, over time, zoning laws made it increasingly difficult to build them, and they gradually faded from view.