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 the campaign season heats up, voters will be bombarded with information from candidates, from television ads to literature in the mail to social media posts and tweets. Here are six ways you can cut through the clutter and help yourself to become an informed voter:
Join AARP Georgia at the ASO Delta Classical Series for several evenings of symphonic music and an opportunity to connect with other members. Connect with AARP staff and volunteers to learn what we're doing in the community.
Join AARP Georgia, Augusta Warrior Project, Central Savannah River Area Regional Commission: Area Agency on Aging, Georgia Bikes, Shiloh Community Center and Uptown Kiwanis Club for a Mayoral Forum on Thursday, May 17 at the DoubleTree Hotel from 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Publicly sharing personal information is risky enough in everyday life. It gets worse in death. It’s never wise to let strangers know your name, address, birth date, birthplace, family members’ names or even hobbies, whether you post the info on social media, take surveys or fill out product registration forms.
The Georgia Team and hundreds of other AARP staff and volunteers from across the country convened in DC to meet with elected officials. Primary goal: advocate for those who are 50-plus. Thank you to Lee, Kay, Debra, Melissa and Don!
During Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, AARP is celebrating unsung heroes. AARP proudly announces a call for nominations for its 3rd annual Asian American and Pacific Islander Hero Awards to acknowledge the extraordinary staff and volunteers of nonprofit organizations that serve AAPIs age 50-plus.
The annual Andrus Award for Community Service is AARP's most prestigious and visible volunteer award. It recognizes individuals who are sharing their experience, talent and skills to enrich their communities in ways that are consistent with AARP's purpose, vision, and commitment to volunteer service, and that inspire others to volunteer.