Community

No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the process easier

Six organizations in Illinois received 2023 AARP Community Challenge grants—totaling nearly $57,000. Projects included home modifications, intersection improvements and a community garden.

Women's History Month is underway, and we're excited to celebrate the ground-breaking contributions of amazing women to communities nationwide. Originating as Women's History Week in 1981, March was officially dedicated to honoring women's achievements in 1987. And AARP joins in the nation in celebrating women for their leadership, mentoring, and dedication to their communities in ways that have changed the course of history.

Cuando se trata de celebrar las fiestas, los latinos siempre lo hacemos a lo grande.

AARP Illinois is partnering with local media outlets to get crucial information and resources related to the coronavirus pandemic to neighborhoods disproportionately affected by the crisis.

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We’re writing with an important message to let you know that we have canceled our external events until further notice. While convening events is a core part of our mission, we have changed our approach in light of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.

People are still talking about the AARP celebration in Little Village.

(English) ¿Has visto el hermoso mural que cobró vida en Little Village para celebrar nuestra comunidad y cultura? La obra de arte, que pintó la artista local Liz Reyes en las paredes del restaurante Nuevo Leon, celebra el Día de los Muertos, así como la importancia de cuidar de nuestros seres queridos, lo cual incluye a nuestros antepasados.

(Español) Have you seen the stunning mural coming to life in Little Village in a BIG Way to celebrate our community and our culture? The painting by local artist Liz Reyes on the walls of Nuevo Leon restaurant celebrates Dia de Muertos and the importance of caring for loved ones, including those who came before us.