Advocacy volunteers will head to Frankfort on Thursday, Feb. 20, for AARP Kentucky’s annual Lobby Day in the Capitol. During one-on-one meetings with lawmakers, volunteers will discuss AARP Kentucky’s legislative priorities and share personal stories.
Kentucky lawmakers recently passed a two-year state budget that includes more than $50 million in additional funding for programs that serve older residents.
Many communities today lack attainable and equitable housing options necessary to meet people’s preferences and changing demographics and economic realities. AARP is fighting to change that for everyone of every age in Louisville.
Jameah Kirby, a fifth grader at Metcalfe County Elementary School, in the southern part of the state, is this year’s winner of the Grandparent of the Year essay contest.
AARP Kentucky recently appointed Madison County resident Gary W. Adkins—a former assistant commonwealth’s attorney and U.S. Army veteran—as the organization’s new volunteer state president.
Gary W. Adkins, volunteer state president delivers remarks on proposed Committee Substitute before Senate Economic Development, Tourism, & Labor Committee
We celebrate Black History Month with our volunteers and new friends. The 2024 theme, “Amplifying Artists of Every Age” featured both well-known local artists and musicians.
Senate Committee members urged to vote “No” on House Bill 367 as drafted. AARP Kentucky calls for amendments preserving SNAP benefit access and existing broad-based categorical eligibility for food insecure Kentuckians.
Kentuckians will cast their ballots for candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives and for the state legislature on primary day, Tuesday, May 21.