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.
The 2020 Census count continues and AARP Idaho is urging people to do their part. So far, Idahoans are responding to the census at 65%, which is higher than the national average of 61%. This is important because the census ensures funding for programs that residents of all ages rely upon.
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, Idaho Governor Brad Little extended the 2019 Idaho income tax filing and payment deadline until June 15, 2020. For the reason why Idaho has a June 15 deadline for 2019 taxes instead of July 15 like the federal government click HERE.
On May 26, Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden will take part in a statewide telephone town hall and speak to thousands of Idahoans about fraud, identity theft and how to avoid becoming the next victim of a costly scam.
AARP is providing information and resources about COVID-19 to help older Idahoans, and their families protect themselves from the virus and prevent it from spreading to others.