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On behalf of our 1.7 million members, AARP Illinois commends the Illinois Commerce Commission’s decision to reject Peoples Gas’ System Modernization Program (SMP) proposal.
The following statement was issued by AARP Illinois State Director Philippe Largent following the introduction of the FY25 Budget:
AARP Illinois and Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias are working hard to pass legislation that would raise the driving mandatory age to 87 (from the current 79) at which older drivers would be required to take a driving test before renewing their license.
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Illinois State Director, Bob Gallo, was a guest on the November 10th segment of WCIU's "You and Me In the Morning" where he discussed Livable Communities and its impact on Chicago neighborhoods.
On Monday, November 7th, AARP Illinois hosted "The Savage Truth on Money with Terry Savage" were noted financial expert Terry Savage to provided insight and awareness into investing and asset management to a packed crowd at the Beverly Art Center in the Beverly neighborhood.
by Smita Patel, DO
Congratulations Chicago Cubs! The long wait is over! Hey Cubs Fans: Were you around the last time the Chicago Cubs made it to the World Series in 1945? Know anybody who did? Please send us your pictures, or share the stories! GO CUBS!!!! https://www.facebook.com/AARPIllinois
Millions of family caregivers in Illinois will have many reasons to celebrate during National Caregiving Month in November, as new laws will provide much and urgently needed help for them as they take care of their loved ones.
By Lisa Bertagnoli
For athletes, there is nothing worse than suffering a sports injury that takes them out of competition, as was the case for Chicago Cubs player Kyle Schwarber. In April, the left fielder suffered full tears to the ACL and LCL in his left knee. He returned to start the first game of the World Series as a designated hitter, having been cleared by his medical staff to bat. While some injuries require more rest and rehabilitation than others, those who undergo surgery for an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury need to take it slow before heading back into play.
AARP launched a new video today that encourages everyone that "Before You Vote: Take A Stand."
Saturday, October 22nd, AARP Illinois was proud to be a partner of an original play entitled: Never Too Late: A Glimpse Into The Life and Legacy of Ethel Percy Andrus at the Irish American Heritage Center in Chicago.
WASHINGTON, DC — Today AARP released the following statement from AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins in response to the announced cost of living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security beneficiaries in 2017:
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