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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.
AARP Illinois hosted Chicago Leaders: A Discussion about Building Wealth and the Future of Social Security. The event was a panel discussion focused on the conversations and discussions around addressing Social Security’s future and its importance to Americans' retirement security.
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Join staff from the Cook County Assessor's office on May 10 at 1 p.m. CT to learn about programs available to lower property taxes for older homeown
Join AARP IL Volunteer Pam Jackson in a conversation with WNBA Chicago Sky Head Coach Teresa Weatherspoon on May.14, 2024 bringing a wealth of knowledge to her role.
We are thrilled to be sponsoring two documentary film screenings at this year's Doc10 Festival: Opening night presentation DEVO - the story of the legendary new wave band, and COPA '71 - the story of the first ever Women's World Cup held in Mexico.
The following statement is from AARP Illinois State Director Philippe Largent:
The right to drive should be based on ability and not age, state lawmakers, AARP Illinois and older adults said at a press conference Tuesday.
Did you know Illinois is the ONLY state that requires older adults to take an extra test for their license? This law in Illinois applies to all drivers over 75, even though research shows that this age group has the fewest crashes and are among the safest drivers on our roadways.
The state’s 1.3 million family caregivers are in crisis, spending time and money they don’t have to take care of their loved ones, while feeling lost and overwhelmed trying to find reliable resources and information, state lawmakers and AARP Illinois said at a press conference Wednesday.
AARP Illinois is hosting a four-part, hour- long virtual series “ABCs of ADUs in Chicago”. This series, emphasizing AARP’s commitment to Livable Communities, will educate viewers about Additional Dwelling Units (ADUs) and how you can take advantage of this flexible, multi-generation housing option as a property owner in the City of Chicago.
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