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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.
NOV 25, 2025
With family caregivers rising 45% in a decade, the U.S. faces a breaking point. Colorado’s voter-approved paid leave program is proving that caregiving and financial security can go hand-in-hand.
NOV 19, 2025
AARP Colorado will be under the dome during the 2026 Colorado General Assembly and advocating for legislation that empowers Coloradans 50-plus to live healthy lives, foster livable communities, and have strong support if they become caregivers.
NOV 13, 2025
There is a mix of perennials and shrubs that should not be pruned before winter. Keep in mind that any pruning on a plant encourages growth. Pruning stimulates a growth hormone called an auxin. If you prune the top of a rose cane, it will stimulate growth below the pruned section. Pruning in late fall or winter is risky. The environmental temperatures will not support growth.
AARP Colorado and YMCA Pikes Peak Region of the Rockies invite you to join the First Annual Virtual Healthy Living Conference on Saturday, May 8, 2021 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Jodi’s Race also has an option to participate virtually and Denver7’s Jaclyn Allen will emcee a virtual celebration at 10 a.m. on Sunday, June 13th. For more information or to register for Jodi’s Race, please visit www.jodisrace.org
Contact: Jim Herlihy, Marketing & Communications Director (720) 699-9286 or jherlihy@alz.org
Scammers follow the news. They have noticed that as a result of the pandemic many Americans have lost their job and had to file for unemployment insurance. Because of this trend scammers have been using the personal information of millions of Americans to fraudulently file for unemployment benefits in their name. Thousands of retired Coloradans have been notified that benefits have been filed for in their name, despite not having worked in many years. If you received this notification, don’t panic! Follow a few important steps:
Under Colorado law, residents 55 and older who complete the AARP Smart Driver course qualify for a three-year discount on their auto policy premiums, depending on their insurance carrier.
Earlier this year, AARP Colorado El Comité member Polly Baca was awarded the Governor’s Citizenship Medal for Vanguard Legacy by Gov. Jared Polis for her lifetime of community leadership.
The Mexican Cultural Center in collaboration with Telemundo Denver announces the 1st Annual Virtual Celebration of "Día del Niño: Celebrating All Children."
Join AARP Colorado for this very important film and discussion about the economic impact that COVID-19 is taking on Hispanic communities, immigrants, as well as our essential workers.
AARP Colorado's volunteer advocates submitted testimony to the Colorado Legislature in support of House Bill 21-1075, “Replace the Term Illegal Alien,” by using email and the legislature’s web access system, and Gov. Jared Polis signed it into law April 15.
Have you received a phone call offering you an updated Medicare card, a back brace or knee brace? Or have you received an offer for a free DNA test kit? It is not uncommon for Medicare beneficiaries to receive these types of fraudulent solicitations. Any medical equipment or test paid for my Medicare must be ordered by your physician. If you receive one of these solicitations here a few tips to keep in mind:
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