AARP Ohio is inviting applications for its Community Challenge grant program, which funds quick-action projects that improve local livability. Now in its 10th year, the program supports small, impactful changes that can spark long-term community benefits. Applications are open until March 4, 2026, at 5 p.m. via aarp.org/CommunityChallenge.
Lisa shares journey of caring for her 90-year-old mother during the pandemic and afterward—a story of sacrifice, love and resilience. Her experience highlights the urgent need for caregiver tax credits to help families keep loved ones at home.
AARP Ohio works local leaders and residents to help ensure that communities statewide are livable for people of all ages. Toward achieving that goal, AARP provides tools and resources to use to help make your community age-friendly.
Alison's family's caregiving journey highlights the emotional, financial and logistical challenges families face—and underscores the need for legislative support for family caregiver tax credits. It is a powerful reminder of the strength of multigenerational families and the importance of valuing caregivers.
Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older adults? AARP has a local presence in Ohio to help people age 50+ to amplify their voice, share resources, and support each other where they live. AARP volunteers help Ohioans thrive in communities across the state.
AARP Vermont in 2026 will advocate for a tax credit for the state’s 70,000 family caregivers, as well as focus on cryptocurrency kiosk-related fraud to see whether lawmakers extend a moratorium on new crypto ATMs.
The AARP Community Challenge grant program funds quick-action projects for nonprofits, local governments and community groups to make neighborhoods more livable for people of all ages. In 2025, the program gave $4.2 million for 383 projects nationwide, including projects in Florida, Louisiana and South Carolina.
Fitness coach Carl Powell, owner of Body and Brain Health in Wailuku, is offering monthly hour-long brain health webinars, each focused on a “pillar of the month” such as exercise, stress reduction, sleep or diet.
With the legislature in session, all eyes are on the state budget. AARP New York will push to protect funding for home- and community-based services that help people age in place. Keeping utilities affordable is also on the docket.
New research from Arizona State University shows that what might be considered an afterthought — lighting — could actually help people with dementia. In fact, making adjustments to light during the day can help improve both the mood and nightly sleep for older adults with dementia.
An AARP Vital Voices survey found that nearly 4 out of 5 Montanans 45 and over say it is extremely or very important to eliminate or phase out the state’s tax on Social Security income. The survey of 720 people was conducted in June 2025.