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MAY 22, 2026
AARP is launching a nationwide movement, I Am A Caregiver. To many lawmakers, America’s millions of caregivers are invisible. Yet, these family caregivers hold up a broken long-term care system, which is why AARP is looking for your help.
SEP 15, 2025
The following guest post was submitted by Bill Wiggin, co-founder of the Earth Friendly Project
SEP 15, 2025
On September 12, 2025, South Florida came together for an evening of celebration, recognition, and gratitude as La Nueva 88.3FM hosted its Premios La Nueva Gala at the Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon. The event marked a major milestone—celebrating 25 years of faith-based service and community impact through South Florida’s most trusted Spanish-language radio station.
Do you know a volunteer age 50+ who is making a significant difference in your community?
Annual Award Recognizes Those Who Make a Powerful Difference in their Community
The goal of CAREversation is to openly discuss caregiving in the Virgin Islands, and the challenges caregivers face.
Troy De Chabert-Schuster, State Director for AARP Virgin Islands advocated for legislation that addresses critical issues affecting the USVI community: Bill 36-0021, which mandates that practitioners discuss specific information with patients before prescribing opioids, and Bill 36-0035, which establishes savings accounts for persons with disabilities.
Curbing cybercrime and fighting online fraud
This year, AARP Michigan is urging state legislators to provide tax relief for family caregivers.
Becca R. Levy, a Yale University professor of public health and psychology, has found in her research that people who have taken in negative beliefs from society about aging are more likely to have health problems such as heart attacks, chronic stress, and walking and balance problems.
Under a state law that took effect in July 2024, Virginia's first responders – including dispatchers, firefighters and emergency medical personnel – must undergo training on how to recognize the signs of dementia and respond effectively to them.
AARP New York is encouraging voters to learn where the mayoral and City Council candidates stand on key issues, such as housing affordability, transportation and in-home services for older adults.
The Credit for Caring Act, which has gathered bipartisan support in both chambers of Congress, could give eligible caregivers a federal tax credit of up to $5,000.
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