AARP Delaware

AARP Delaware has been working with New Castle County's Submcommittee on Aging to ensure passage of Ordinance No. 12-057. Once passed, the ordinance will help meet the short and long term housing needs of every segment of the population in the County. By encouraging the integration of Universal Design (UD) Standards into new or substantially renovted housing stock, it will become easier for residents to age in their own homes and communities with the inclusion of minor design changes and improvements. This piece of legislation encourages designers and builders to integrate UD standards into every housing type to ensure availability to consumers. What is UD? Simply put, it refers to key features in one's home that when employed, make the home more accessible for all individuals of all ages.

In response to the overwhelming devastation caused by Superstorm Sandy, AARP Foundation established the AARP Foundation Relief Fund and is giving nearly $1.3 million to select organizations working to support victims and communities impacted by the storm, including organizations dedicated to serving older adults. Donations were given nationally to the American Red Cross and locally to organizations in these seven states: Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Rhode Island.

AARP’s Vice President for Financial Security Jean Setzfand joined the Delaware State Office in October for two days of interviews, meetings and workshops designed to educate Delawareans on the value of planning for retirement and the many options and tools available to consumers from AARP.