Beginning in February and continuing until the end of tax season, AARP Foundation is providing complimentary IRS certified tax preparation in Idaho through its Tax-Aide program. You do not need to be an AARP member to use this service.
Join AARP Idaho and the Idaho Caregiver Alliance February 22 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (MT) on Zoom for the Idaho Family Caregiver Conference. It's an opportunity to meet with others (virtually) and get the tools you need on your caregiving journey.
In addition to the three original recipients, AARP Idaho has announced another three Gem State organizations will receive 2020 Community Challenge grants. Grantees will implement “quick-action” projects to create more livable communities across Idaho. To date AARP Idaho has awarded more than $63,000 across the state to help make communities more livable for people of all ages.
AARP Idaho has selected Gini Woodward of Bonners Ferry to receive the 2020 Andrus Award for Community Service. This represents the Association’s most prestigious and visible state volunteer award for community service. The award is a symbol of the power of individuals to make a difference in the lives of others and at the heart of everything AARP does.
AARP Idaho is urging state legislators to oppose legislative draft RS28049, a proposal that would grant immunity to nursing homes and other long-term care facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Three Idaho organizations will receive 2020 Community Challenge grants – part of the largest number of grantees to date with more than $2.4 million awarded among 184 organizations nationwide. Grantees will implement “quick-action” projects to create more livable communities across all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Recently Boise Police has been in contact with multiple citizens who have fallen victim to a computer repair scam. The victims either received a phone call from a company claiming the victim’s computer was infected with viruses and other malware OR got a pop up screen on their computer making a similar claim, telling the victim to call a number to assist with the problems.
The Idaho Retired Educators Association is welcoming former teachers and other school professionals who wish to connect with one another during a variety of activities.