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.
Ruby Struble of Kuna has been selected by AARP Idaho to receive the 2022 AARP Andrus Award for Community Service, the Association’s most prestigious and visible state volunteer award for community service.
We’re putting the fun into functional fitness! Join AARP Idaho and Nampa Parks and Recreation for an outdoor movement and health event at the AARP FitLot in Maple Grove Park celebrating Hispanic Cultural Month. There will be a food truck and complimentary lunch tickets for all registered participants. Find new ways to get fit while you enjoy hands on instruction on how to use the new equipment including circuit training. This event is designed for all ages and abilities. Bring a friend!