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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.
At many Thanksgiving dinners, assembled families and friends will go around the table and express their thanks for what the last year has brought.
Overwhelming. Confusing. Lonely.
AARP is in the holiday spirit! Join us and the Joffrey Ballet from December 6th to the 28th, at the Lyric Opera House, 20 N Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60660. Follow young Marie and the mysterious Great Impresario on a Christmas Eve adventure through Chicago’s 1893 World’s Fair, a dazzling spectacle of sights, sounds, and holiday enchantment.
Enter below for a chance to win a seat at Football After Dark with Chicago Bears Wide Receiver DJ Moore
Peoples Gas is at it again, prioritizing company profits over customers. Tell them enough is enough.
In this election, as never before, the importance of voting is clear.
AARP presents: Luminous Life! A very special event coming to Chicago on November 16th! Dr. Carol Adams Hosts this exclusive event that you do not want to miss out om! Join us and local experts to learn more about taking care of your crown and information to help with your health and wealth. All Queens are welcome to this pop-up experience, we cannot wait to see you there!
This virtual performance by the Ukulele Moonshiners promises to be a lively exploration of ukulele songs and the instrument’s unique sound.
Eight Illinois entities received 2024 AARP Community Challenge grants, totaling just over $60,000. The grants fund projects aimed at improving public spaces, housing, transit and civic engagement, among other goals. Nationally, AARP awarded $3.8 million in grants for 343 projects this year.
AARP is hosting two great events to celebrate our Veterans! Both events are virtual and will be livestreamed on November 11th! The first event is a Veterans Salute by the ByGone Gals from 1-2:30PM. Then for our second event, The Military History Event will go live from 6-7PM. We look forward to seeing you all there as we honor our Veterans on this special day!
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