On behalf of our 1.7 million members, AARP Illinois commends the Illinois Commerce Commission’s decision to reject Peoples Gas’ System Modernization Program (SMP) proposal.
AARP Illinois and Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias are working hard to pass legislation that would raise the driving mandatory age to 87 (from the current 79) at which older drivers would be required to take a driving test before renewing their license.
For the first time since AARP began publishing the Scorecard in 2011, more than half of Medicaid long-term care dollars nationwide for older adults and people with physical disabilities went to home- and community-based services instead of nursing homes and other institutions.
AARP Illinois State Director Philippe Largent issued the following statement in response to the Illinois Commerce Commission’s decision in the Peoples Gas rate case
Five utility companies in the state have requested rate increases, saying they're needed to improve infrastructure, cover operating and maintenance costs, and comply with new state clean energy mandates. But consumer advocates argue the rate increases would hurt residents, especially older adults.
Join AARP IL on November 14, 2023, at 10:00 am CT for a special event answering your questions about solar power. We're pleased to announce that the solar team from the Citizens Utility Board will be joining us.
Join AARP IL and faith-based, community, and government leaders to discuss how Springfield can disrupt disparities and build a more livable community for today's seniors and tomorrow's future. Luminary will serve lunch to registered guests.
Join AARP Illinois on Tuesday, Oct. 6th, 2023, for an evening of brews, bar bites, and discussion of the work that AARP is doing to make communities more livable. The event is completely free, including food and drinks.