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.
Mounting caregiving expenses and emotional burnout intensify the pressure on the Sandwich Generation. Here are tools and support to help regain control and protect your well-being
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.
As COVID-19 restrictions ease in Georgia, nursing homes and other long-term care facilities are preparing to resume in-person visits for families. Visits won’t be the same as before the pandemic, at least until the threat of coronavirus has passed. There may be limits on when, where and for how long you can see loved ones, and distancing rules will likely be in place.
Are you interested in learning more about African American women’s health? Please join AARP Georgia and the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Phi Pi Omega Chapter for the Second Annual Virtual Wellness Expo on Saturday, June 27 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. via Facebook Live. The virtual expo will focus on breast cancer awareness and prevention, heart health, nutrition, and wellness and care for the caregiver. The event is free, but registration is required.
Philanthropist and Military Veteran BriGette McCoy found a passion for supporting other women veterans, while creating a space where women veterans can be "honored and welcomed."
WASHINGTON—Today AARP released a statement from Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy & Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond on the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling on Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the federal health department’s rollback of key protections under Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA):