The city of Wichita has joined the national AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. The designation gives Wichita access to technical assistance to help assess the needs of older adults related to housing, transportation and other services.
AARP Kansas honors six individuals with a combined 60 years of service for their volunteerism, leadership, and advocacy. The organization presented the Annual Andrus Award and Kansas Volunteer Excellence Awards during a recent two-day volunteer recognition and training event.
The Social Security Administration confirmed to AARP that beginning April 14, they will allow all claim types to be completed over the telephone as they previously had been. This includes Retirement, Survivors, and Auxiliary (Spouse or Child) benefits that SSA previously announced would require in-person identity proofing, in addition to Social Security Disability Insurance, Medicare, and SSI.
Making a difference doesn't stop as you age. Millions of older adults are using their experience to give back, to solve problems, and to change lives. The AARP® Purpose Prize® award honors extraordinary individuals who use their lived experiences to make a better future for all.
AARP invests in communities across Kansas through six organizations as part of nationwide grant program to help communities become more livable for residents of all ages.
The following are bills or issues that AARP Kansas staff and advocacy volunteers prioritized during the 2022 Kansas Legislative Session and their status at the close of the session. These bills particularly impact Kansans age 50 and older as well as other Kansans.
April is National Volunteer Month and provides the perfect opportunity for staff at AARP Kansas to thank our volunteers all across the state who dedicate their time and talents to make a positive impact on the lives of Kansans, particularly those age 50 and older. Volunteers are a critical resource for AARP and the work we do whether it be through advocacy or community outreach.