As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
The 2025 Age-Friendly Oregon Summit brought together policy makers, advocates for older adults and people with disability, livability and intergenerational advocates, and diverse Oregonians interested in making Oregon a great place for people of all ages and abilities.
One of the most popular ways for criminals to steal money and sensitive information is by impersonating a trusted source — often a government agency. According to the Federal Trade Commission, victims of government impostor scams reported theft of nearly $617 million in 2023.
Let’s take a moment to celebrate one of the most enduring and impactful programs in American history: Social Security! That’s right, August 14th marks 90 years since Social Security was signed into law in 1935. And like any good nonagenarian, it’s got stories to tell, wisdom to share, a whole lot of people who are grateful for its existence and it needs our care.
Across the country, millions of grandparents are stepping in as “Kinship Caregivers” to provide love, stability, and care when it's needed most. In fact, about 2.7 million grandparents in the U.S. are primary caregivers for their grandchildren.
Learning a new language. Building a birdhouse in a woodworking class. Improving public speaking skills. Doing yoga while researching the history of the practice. These are just a few of the interests individuals who consider themselves "lifelong learners" have.
Court controlled guardianship is one of the most difficult and complex issues facing caregivers. To aid caregivers, Insight Memory Care Center recently hosted a webinar, in collaboration with AARP Virginia, to inform potential guardians and conservators of their roles and responsibilities.