AARP Idaho

If you think Medicare is free, then you are in for a surprise. People on Medicare are spending a lot on health care! To see how much people on Medicare are really spending, click the picture below and explore AARP's Public Policy Interactive Storybook on Medicare.

The University of Idaho will honor two former employees and loyal Vandals with the Idaho Treasure Award on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015. The honor recognizes retired university faculty and staff members and their family for their contributions of leadership and service to the university.

As you age, will you be able to take care of yourself or need to rely on others? What services and supports will you need? Are they available in your community?

Boise, ID— In AARP’s latest survey on brain health, it found that although virtually every adult age 40 and over (98%) believes it is important to maintain or improve their brain health, only about half (56%) are doing one of the two most important activities to support their brain health—engaging in exercise and eating a healthy diet. According to a 2011 study by the Mayo Clinic and a 2010 study published in the Nature Reviews Neuroscience Journal, engaging in aerobic exercise regularly and eating a healthy diet are the two most important activities to maintain and improve brain health. To help empower people to maintain and improve their cognitive health, AARP is launching the Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH)—an independent collaborative of scientists, doctors, scholars and policy experts. This collaborative will provide trusted information on what actions people can take to support their brain health through quarterly white papers, scientific reviews and other research.

BOISE ID (October 14, 2015) – The Idaho Department of Insurance reminds Medicare beneficiaries that the annual enrollment period will begin October 15 and continue through December 7. During this time, Medicare beneficiaries can change, drop or enroll in a prescription drug coverage plan or a Medicare Advantage plan. Annual enrollment does not apply to Medigap.

Boise, ID –AARP Foundation is looking to build its team of tax loving volunteers. Tax-Aide is a free tax assistance and preparation program for taxpayers with low to moderate income through the AARP Foundation.

AARP is pleased to announce the appointment of Lupe Wissel as state director for AARP Idaho. Wissel will join the Idaho office on Oct. 12.

Boise, ID, Sept. 17, 2015 – Retired educator Sharon Helen Sheahan has won the 2015 NRTA With Our Youth! Individual Excellence Award. This prestigious award recognizes Sharon’s four years of volunteer service with the Salvation Army to provide support and guidance to disadvantaged youth in Idaho.

Boise Contemporary Theater (BCT) is offering a special discount on 2015|2016 Early Bird Season Tickets for AARP Idaho members and family. The mission of BCT is to create theater that invites us all to imagine something new.

New Knowledge Adventures (NKA) is a low-cost, lifelong continuing education program for older adults designed to offer exceptional learning, exploration and fellowship opportunities in a comfortable and non-competitive academic surrounding.