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Throughout 2024, AARP DC continued to advocate for policies to empower District residents to improve their lives and choose where and how they live as they age. AARP DC has a long history of supporting older District residents who want to live independently as they age. This year, AARP DC fought for issues that matter most to seniors, their families and caregivers.
Living Unequally: Disrupting Health Disparities in the District
As a retired IT specialist, William April has an insider’s understanding of computer security. And for the past six years, he has taken that expertise—along with his big smile and booming voice—on the road for AARP Vermont, delivering fraud prevention presentations to groups across the state.
AARP Maine is looking for volunteers to help with fraud prevention presentations. Training is provided, so no experience is necessary. You’ll be able to team up with other local fraud fighters and law enforcement officials to help Mainers learn how to spot and avoid scams.
Montanans have more flexibility on paying property taxes.
North Carolina officials have issued a comprehensive plan for aging that outlines steps state agencies should take to meet the needs of the state’s growing older population.
AARP Rhode Island is building a trained team of fraud prevention volunteers to help raise awareness about scams targeting older adults across the Ocean State.
November is National Family Caregivers Month, and AARP New Hampshire is spotlighting its resources for those tending to a loved one.
More than 140,000 Wyoming utility customers could see their electric bills rise if state regulators approve a 14.7 percent rate increase request by Rocky Mountain Power.
More than $65,000 was awarded to four projects in Mississippi as part of this year’s AARP Community Challenge grants program.
AARP Michigan is working to support the state’s 1.73 million family caregivers. It recently launched a new quarterly newsletter with caregiving tips and links to resources. Sign up at aarp.org/yes2email.
Most caregivers suffer from what author, speaker and radio show host Linda Burhans calls the “Triple A dilemma”: The caregiver doesn’t ask for help, doesn’t accept help and doesn’t acknowledge themselves.
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