As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
Crypto ATM fraud is on the rise. AARP has successfully backed new laws to protect consumers in at least 14 other states and is pushing for similar legislation in Indiana.
New AARP caregiving data released today, Caregiving in the U.S. 2025: Caring Across States, finds that 24% of adults in Indiana — approximately 1.2 million people — are family caregivers, providing largely unpaid and unsupported care to older parents, spouses, and other loved ones. The data can be found here.
We know that property taxes are critical to the well-being of our communities. But for too many of our neighbors, rising property taxes have threatened their ability to stay in their homes as they age.
It is important that Hoosiers of all ages understand the importance and impact of Social Security. In this short video series, AARP Indiana volunteers provide brief overviews on various topics surrounding Social Security, from the history of the program, to where you can find additional resources.
AARP Indiana and the Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority have teamed up on a grant program geared toward improving the quality of life for Hoosiers 50 and older. The program has helped fund new pickleball courts, public park renovations and a paddle sports launch site.
AARP Indiana volunteers and staff had a successful October in Fort Wayne with two important wins! Read more about their accomplishments at the October 22nd Fort Wayne City Council Meeting!
Continuing the efforts to ensure that transportation issues do not prohibit residents from being able to vote in this year’s election, AARP Indiana is sponsoring fare-free rides on the public transit systems in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, Gary, and Evansville on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 5.
AARP Indiana announced today the hiring of Anna Forster to serve as the office’s communications analyst. In this position, Forster will work closely with AARP Indiana data, providing research analytics to lead communication and engagement efforts in communities throughout the state. She will also support social and digital media strategies.
Continuing the efforts to ensure that transportation issues do not prohibit residents from being able to vote in this year’s election, AARP Indiana and the IndyGo Foundation announced today that IndyGo will be fare-free on both fixed route and IndyGo Access services on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
AARP Indiana is encouraging older Hoosiers and their families to take some time for themselves by joining us at one of our relaxing Tai Chi sessions – all from the comfort of your own home.
Five Indiana groups received 2024 AARP Community Challenge grants, totaling $50,910, for projects that make neighborhoods more livable for all residents.