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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.
New Data Show 23% Of Adults in Illinois Provide Care, Spotlighting Urgent Need for Action to Support Family Caregivers
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.
Turn a lifetime of experience into the experience of a lifetime! Become and AARP IL volunteer and make a difference in your community.
A caring economy supports people of all ages who are caring for loved ones. Join AgeGuide virtually on Thursday, December 1, 2022, from 1-3p.m. CT for a discussion on ways to support employees who are helping a friend or family member continue to live at home.
Since many Illinoisans may find it difficult to pay their higher heating bills this winter, AARP Illinois is pushing for a reduction in the exorbitant surcharges that utilities will impose. These heating bill-saving recommendations are part of AARP Illinois's effort to assist Illinoisans as they brace themselves for increasing heating costs this winter.
The country is struggling with inflation, but America will survive and prosper and so will older adults, Terry Savage told hundreds of AARP Illinois members Saturday at the first-ever Maximizing Your Money Summit in Chicago.
AARP Community Challenge grants have created new routes for enjoying the outdoors and improved accessibility, among other benefits for Illinois residents.
Join AARP IL and The Cookery, Inc. for an in-person cooking demonstration where we will be discussing resources for caregivers and tips for cooking for your loved ones this holiday season.
If you are caring for an older adult in your family, join us for a free, bilingual Spanish-dominant conference for caregivers.
AARP Illinois is proud to announce its 2022 Executive Council Members.
College students and older adults in central Illinois heard from Democratic Nominee Governor JB Pritzker and Republican Nominee State Senator Darren Bailey on issues important to both groups during a gubernatorial debate Thursday on the Illinois State University campus.
AARP is hitting the road to advocate for and educate Illinois residents about more affordable housing options.
AARP and Illinois State University are co-sponsoring a debate between Democratic Nominee Governor JB Pritzker and Republican Nominee State Sen. Darren Bailey.
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