As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older Idahoans—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.
New AARP caregiving data, Caregiving in the U.S. 2025: Caring Across States, finds that 28% of adults in Idaho — approximately 418,000 people — are family caregivers, providing largely unpaid and unsupported care to older parents, spouses, and other loved ones.
AARP Chief Executive Officer Myechia Minter-Jordan released the statement below in response to today’s announcement of a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), or an average of $56 per month, for Social Security. Today more than 70 million Americans receive their earned Social Security, and for 40 percent of older Americans, Social Security is their primary source of income.
Voter access, voter identification and ballot issues continue to make headlines in Idaho. As such, Idaho Secretary of State Phil McGrane will join AARP Idaho for a statewide telephone town hall on April 10 at 10:30am MT to discuss these issues as well as other topics important to Idahoans.
AARP Idaho to host Idaho Attorney General Raul Labrador and United States Attorney for the District of Idaho Joshua Hurwit for statewide telephone town hall on fraud.
Whether you’re a teenager or older adult, having a way to get where you are going safely and easily is one of the best ways to maintain independence. AARP Driver Safety offers multiple programs to help millions of people stay safe on the road – whether it’s as a driver or as a passenger. These programs are available for anyone but are designed specifically for those age 50 and older, to help them refresh their driving skills, learn about new vehicle technology, and monitor their driving behavior.
Beginning in February and continuing until the end of tax season, AARP Foundation is providing complimentary tax preparation across Idaho through its Tax-Aide program.