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.
Executive Council Member and Lead Volunteer for Macon-Bibb Myrtle Habersham received AARP Georgia’s 2017 Andrus Award, named for the founder of AARP Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus.
Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter presented Ms. Annie Moore with the Family Caregiver of the Year Award during the 30 th Anniversary Summit for the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregiving in Americus, Ga.
The Profile of Positive Aging Awards Gala Luncheon celebrates the accomplishments of active and older individuals who continue to live life to the fullest. Three organizations, Leading Age Georgia, the Georgia Institute of Technology and the Center for Positive Aging, created this event, which is intended to "unveil the beautiful truths about aging."
Atlanta Journal-Constitution writer Laura Berrios interview AARP Georgia's Sr. Program Specialist about how to be mindful of our aging parents. Check out the story here!
You are invited to join AARP President Eric Schneidewind and AARP’s Legislative Policy Director, David Certner, for a one-hour Q&A style conversation about tax reform and potential bi-partisan legislation on health care from Senators Alexander and Murray. Most importantly, you are invited to share your questions and comments with these key AARP leaders.
Purpose Prize Winner Mike Weaver, founder of Weaver & Concerned Citizens of Aiken/Atlanta Now (WeCCAAN), Atlanta, Ga., is a former college professor who teaches the value of public service by bringing teens and adults together for service-learning trips to communities in need.
The Paint Party for Caregivers held Thursday night (Nov. 2) in Augusta was a terrific time for caregivers to connect with others who are in similar situations. By hosting this event, AARP wanted to provide caregivers with an opportunity to use their creative expression to work through the isolation they might feel.