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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.
The names of the first 10 Medicare drugs whose prices the federal government will negotiate directly with manufacturers were released Aug. 29. Popular but pricey blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer treatments make historic list.
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Join AARP Virgin Islands on June 11th for an open dialogue on caregiving challenges in the Virgin Islands. Led by Sandra Gerard, AARP State Volunteer and AARP Caregiver Support.
The vital lifeline for tens of millions of Americans everywhere, including 84,150 here in the District, used for housing, groceries, gas, and the other everyday necessities will mark its 90th birthday this summer. And with that anniversary comes a responsibility to strengthen the program – and determine how we can help it age in the healthiest way. As the bedrock of retirement in America, our financial future depends on protecting Social Security for decades to come.
This May, in honor of Older Americans Month, AARP Pennsylvania joined PCN’s Focus on Aging Adults to discuss how Pennsylvania is supporting its rapidly growing older population. This year’s observance challenges outdated stereotypes and celebrates the contributions and potential of adults aged 50+.
Whether you’re looking to support a loved one or are interested in how to improve your own brain health, we have a resource for you! AARP and BECU are proud to present, “Discover the Science of the Aging Brain.”
Ohio legislators introduce a tax credit bill to help offset out-of-pocket expenses for caregivers.
Join AARP’s Fight to Protect Social Security! Sign up to be an AARP activist, and tell lawmakers to protect and save the program.
Movies for Grownups is back with special showings of Karate Kid: Legends in June! You can register for a free viewing at select theaters in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, or Merrillville between June 3-7. Read on for more movie and registration information!
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AARP Florida is proud to announce that Laura Streed has been named Director of Outreach and Engagement, effective June 8. Streed will succeed Dionne Polite, who is retiring after a distinguished tenure leading AARP Florida’s Outreach and Engagement team.
The Iowa legislature passed a bill to increase consumer protections and regulation of cryptocurrency kiosks. Iowans have lost millions of dollars to crypto kiosk fraud, and older Iowans are frequently the targets of these scams.
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