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The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) stopped the biggest gas rate hike in Illinois history, cutting a proposed $314 million increase from Nicor Gas by almost 50 percent, on the heels of months of public outcry and advocacy by AARP Illinois, including 35,000 petitions signed by AARP members.
New Data Show 23% Of Adults in Illinois Provide Care, Spotlighting Urgent Need for Action to Support Family Caregivers
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This October, three powerful events invite our community to reflect, connect, and heal. Este octubre, dos eventos poderosos invitan a nuestra comunidad a reflexionar, conectarse y sanar.
Find free online and in-person local events designed with you in mind. Discover fun exercise classes, healthy cooking demos, helpful workshops, and more.
Meet the staff and volunteers passionate about improving the lives of older adults in Illinois
Join AARP Illinois for a live conversation about Social Security.
As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—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.
Are you in the Chicago suburbs looking to learn more about topics such as Decluttering, Smartphone Security, or Homefit? Well look no further!
And tune in for other exciting partnerships between AARP Chicago and the Joffrey Ballet
No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the process easier
Prevent fraud by shredding your important documents at this event hosted by AARP!
Nine Illinois entities received a total of more than $90,000 in AARP Community Challenge grants in 2025. Projects include home repairs for older residents in Chicago, new outdoor seating in the village of Erie, disaster preparedness training in Skokie and digital literacy workshops in Evanston.
Illinois deadline for nominations is October 30, 2025
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