AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that empowers people to choose how they live as they age. We're advocating for what is important to our members and giving you a voice at the state and federal levels. This year, at the state level, we urge lawmakers to fight fraud, make aging a strategic priority in Minnesota, expand affordable housing options, and strengthen Assisted Living protections for residents living in facilities exempt under the law.
Did you know that Utah has a new property tax relief program? It's called the Property Tax Deferral Program for Elderly Property Owners. The program allows Utahns 75 and older to defer their property taxes until the home is transferred to a new owner.
TALLAHASSEE, Florida–For decades, Florida’s economy has thrived on the steady influx of older Americans choosing to retire in the Sunshine State. These individuals not only contribute to local economies by supporting businesses and generating tax revenue, but they also enrich our communities through countless volunteer hours, employment and entrepreneurial ventures.
The partnership between AARP Oklahoma, Travel OK, and Oklahoma State Parks has reached a new milestone with the inauguration of the 17th Heart Healthy Trail at Sequoyah State Park in Hulbert, providing accessible, paved trails for people of all ages and abilities across Oklahoma state parks.
Get ready to dance your way to fitness with Zumba Gold classes at Alicea Field of Dreams (Hess Road). These classes are a lower-intensity version of the Zumba exercise class that's designed for older adults, beginners, and people with physical limitations.
Bruce Adams of Bethesda, Maryland has been honored by AARP Maryland with the 2024 AARP Andrus Award for Community Service, the Association’s most prestigious and visible state volunteer award for community service.