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An update from the AARP Arkansas Volunteers in Action newsletter.

State Director Ashley McBride chimes in on Arkansas' broadband needs.

One issue we're watching: utility rates.

AARP Arkansas shares some helpful resources from AARP as well as community partners in our state. Items range from elder fraud to broadband. Learn more in this post.

This resource guide links to valuable information and is updated periodically. If you see outdated information, please let us know.

Catch up on the latest news from AARP Arkansas and learn about volunteer opportunities.

This is the bio for Ashley McBride, AARP Arkansas State Director.

Community leader accepts the challenge to represent Arkansas’ nearly 300,000 AARP members.

Today, AARP announced the awardees for its 2018 AARP Community Challenge grant program, including 3 recipients right here in Arkansas. A total of $1.3 million will be distributed to fund 129 “quick action” projects across the country, helping communities make immediate improvements and jumpstart long-term progress to support residents of all ages. Nearly 1,600 applications were received from non-profits and government entities for the program, now in its second year. Each of the projects, which must be completed by November 5, is designed to achieve on one or more of the following outcomes:

Bringing a wealth of knowledge in the Livable Community space, AARP Arkansas welcomes Carole as our 2025 intern.