As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older Georgians—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.
AARP Georgia recently named Walon Smith of Perry, Georgia, the recipient of the 2025 AARP Andrus Award for Community Service, the Association’s most prestigious state honor for volunteerism and community impact.
Extreme weather conditions can be a challenge to anyone managing home energy costs, including adequately heating or cooling their home to safeguard their health from the impact of frigid cold winters or extremely hot and humid summers. But exposure to extreme weather conditions and increasing energy costs can be particularly taxing on older adults and lower income households.
As a valued member of AARP’s volunteer team, you are invited to stay in the know about key federal advocacy issues, including the status of the President’s plan for prescription drugs, through our upcoming conference call for volunteers.
We want to thank our partners WFXG FOX 54, Georgia Bikes, Central Savannah River Area Regional Commission, Augusta Warrior Project, Shiloh Comprehensive Community Center, The Kiwanis Club of Uptown Augusta and our wonderful volunteers for a successful event. We hope you enjoy the rebroadcast of our livestream! Special thanks to our moderator, CE Huffman from WFXG.
For upcoming Atlanta Dream games -- June 22, July 15 and August 3, -- AARP members and their guests can enjoy 10 percent discount off the price of admission with the code GAREAL online or over the phone.
Join AARP Georgia for a free shredding day this Saturday -- rain or shine! The Atlanta Police Department will provide safe pill disposal. Help prevent someone from stealing your identity and other personal information by shredding those documents and papers.