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A blog by AARP Illinois volunteer Gail, sharing thoughts on volunteerism, caregiving, grandparenting, and other timely topics relevant to the 50+.
The Illinois Commerce Commission is currently considering a proposal from Nicor that would raise customers’ gas rates by $316 million. If approved, this would be the largest gas hike in history and customer rates are expected to rise by more than $90 a year.
9 communities across Illinois are getting a boost in their work to become more livable for residents of all ages.
Turn a lifetime of experience into the experience of a lifetime! Become and AARP IL volunteer and make a difference in your community.
Join us at a community design and beer tasting event! Learn about AARP’s Livable Communities work and how you can have a voice on community design and planning wherever you live. Join us at Goose Island Brewpub in Clybourn for a free tasting event. Registration is required.
Day #1: Protecting Yourself From Fraud with U.S. Attorney Scott Verseman
The following statement is from AARP Illinois State Director Philippe Largent:
The following statement was issued from AARP Illinois State Director Philippe Largent following the 2023 Chicago Mayoral Election:
The following statement was issued by AARP Illinois State Director Philippe Largent following the 2023 Springfield Mayoral Election:
In the early 1900s, the Greenwood neighborhood of Tulsa, Oklahoma, now called "Black Wall Street," was a vibrant and prosperous community. Despite the challenges and racial injustices they faced, residents of this community built a thriving neighborhood filled with successful Black-owned businesses, attorneys, doctors, and real estate agents. Their achievements were nothing short of remarkable and served as a beacon of hope for Black Americans nationwide.
Illinois ranked 16th per capita in the number of fraud and other incidents in 2022, with nearly $200 million in fraud losses, according to the Federal Trade Commission.
Join AARP Chicago in Bronzeville for one of three financial security presentations given by the neighborhood's very own experts. Each event will include light refreshments and an hour of networking and music.
Chicago mayoral candidates Brandon Johnson and Paul Vallas answer questions about issues important to voters 50+.
AARP Illinois applauds Gov. Pritzker and the General Assembly for this historic measure, which will bring much-needed security and relief to our 1.7 million members and their families.
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