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AARP Oregon

Keeping Oregonians informed, engaged and active
Our State, Our Future: Help shape the future of Oregon. Learn about our legislative priorities and join our fight to protect Social Security.
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.
No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the process easier
DEC 4, 2025
Became a Voice For Change
March 26, 2025— AARP New Jersey commends the reintroduction of the Credit for Caring Act, legislation that would provide financial relief to eligible working family caregivers. The bill, co-sponsored by Congressman Jeff Van Drew offers up to a $5,000 nonrefundable federal tax credit to help offset caregiving expenses, addressing the significant personal and financial sacrifices caregivers make to support their loved ones. On average, family caregivers spend over $7,200 annually—26% of their income—on out-of-pocket expenses.
March 26, 2025— AARP New Jersey commends the reintroduction of the Credit for Caring Act, legislation that would provide financial relief to eligible working family caregivers. The bill, co-sponsored by Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill offers up to a $5,000 nonrefundable federal tax credit to help offset caregiving expenses, addressing the significant personal and financial sacrifices caregivers make to support their loved ones. On average, family caregivers spend over $7,200 annually—26% of their income—on out-of-pocket expenses.
AARP Pennsylvania commends the reintroduction of the Credit for Caring Act, legislation that would provide financial relief to eligible working family caregivers. The bill, co-sponsored by U.S. Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and Mike Kelly (PA-16), offers up to a $5,000 nonrefundable federal tax credit to help offset caregiving expenses, addressing the significant personal and financial sacrifices caregivers make to support their loved ones.
Flexible, mobility friendly and energy efficient, ADUs offer more options for older Montanans to remain in their homes and communities as they age.
New legislation to help protect vulnerable Idaho seniors easily moved through the House and Senate and is now law in Idaho.
We invite all of you to join our team of AARP-Wisconsin red-shirted volunteer advocates at one or more of the state’s four public hearings on Governor Evers’ proposed 2025-27 State Budget on four dates in April. The hearings, hosted by the state’s Joint Committee on Finance, will be held in Kaukauna, West Allis, Hayward and Wausau (dates, times, locations listed below).
Kacey French is a semi-retired architect based in York, Pennsylvania, specializing in universal design and aging-in-place solutions. She is strongly committed to creating sustainable and accessible home environments and serves as the president of CorrellGreen, LLC.
Take action today, and tell Congress to protect and save our Social Security!
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