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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.
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Mrs. Jacky’s Soldiers, a dedicated group of volunteers, have collected, packed and shipped nearly 6,500 boxes of food, toiletries, games, books and playing cards to some 280 service members overseas.
AARP in Chicago is showcasing photo murals of caregivers and their loved ones in five city neighborhoods to honor National Family Caregivers Month.
Bishop Simon Gordon, Reverend Marrice Coverson and Pastor Marvin Hightower stand in support of the Graduated Income Tax Amendment to make sure Illinois has the revenue it needs to invest in our communities.
From State Director Bob Gallo:
Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, and Fritzie Fritzshall, President of the Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center emphasize the need to spread words of understanding and stop the spread of hate speech in today’s society.
Rochelle Crump is the president National Women Veterans United, which helps hundreds of female veterans live happy and healthy lives.
Three of the largest organizations representing seniors in Illinois came together Wednesday to reiterate their support for the Fair Tax amendment and to blast opponents for confusing seniors with false ads.
The COVID-19 pandemic has hit our Black and Hispanic friends and neighbors especially hard, and Illinois' existing flat tax system further threatens their health and financial futures.
Colette Hawley of "Coco's Songs for Seniors" takes her show to new "heights" as she travels around Illinois performing at nursing homes and retirement communities.
From Bob Gallo, AARP Illinois State Director:
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