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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.
NOV 1, 2025
Join AARP Idaho for a telephone town hall with Gov. Brad Little (R) on Monday, Nov. 24, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. MT.
OCT 30, 2025
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.
OCT 24, 2025
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.
Please join us for Design for Life: A special community forum to explore housing options that accommodate aging across the lifespan.
Idaho: Find upcoming election dates, registration deadlines and details on voting, such as how to vote in party caucuses, absentee voting options and voting with a disability.
Americans pay into Social Security expecting to receive the money they've earned when they retire. However, the program faces a long-term financial challenge that must be addressed.
Lisa Anderson has joined the Idaho office of AARP as the Associate State Director of Advocacy working within the organization’s structure to provide state and federal government relations, grassroots organizing, and community outreach.
AARP Idaho is coming to Lewiston and we look forward to meeting you!
Distracted driving unfortunately continues to be a big issue on our roads. According to the most recent National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA) data from 2021, 13% of reported motor-vehicle crashes were the result of distracted driving. These useful tips and resources from AARP Driver Safety will help you eliminate distractions and stay safe when behind the wheel.
We’re serious about wanting to help consumers fight identity theft! Stay one step ahead of identity thieves with AARP Idaho at a free shredding events in Pocatello and Ft. Hall on May 16 and 17. Experts agree that shredding confidential documents is a good way to protect yourself from fraud.
Annual Award Recognizes Those Who Make a Powerful Difference in their Community
On behalf of our more than 186,000 members in the state, AARP Idaho works to protect the health and safety of all older Idahoans and supports legislation during the 2024 Idaho legislative session on issues that matter to those 50 and older.
Both online learning enthusiasts and devotees of in-person instruction can participate in continuing education courses this spring semester from New Knowledge Adventures. Virtual and in-person classes include those on food, games and history, as well as tours of historic and other sites.
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