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.
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.
A new electric trishaw for a nonprofit in Iowa City, Iowa, a ride-on-demand program for older adults in Hutchinson, Minnesota, and digital literacy classes for residents in multiple Kentucky locales are among the projects funded by 2025 AARP Community Challenge grants.
AARP Kentucky Announces 2023 Grant Opportunity for Quick-Action Community Improvement Projects applications are now being accepted through March 15, 2023, 5:00 p.m. ET
AARP Kentucky is seeking new grassroots activists for its Capital Action Team to advocate at the state General Assembly for policies important to older Kentuckians.
Kentucky's 2023 General Assembly's 30-day "Short Session" is underway. Join our volunteer team and grassroots activists to support the needs of Kentuckians 50-plus in Frankfort.
Qualifying for health benefits can be complex, but understanding the process can provide better outcomes. Learn more about health benefits provided through the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD).
Media Advisory: The Coalition to Transform Advanced Care (C-TAC) is collaborating with AARP Kentucky, the University of Louisville, and faith communities in Louisville’s 40203 Zip Code to build a community engagement approach addressing longstanding disparities in serious illness. C-TAC is a nonprofit recognized as the voice of the patient and family impacted by serious illness.
Policies to lower prescription drug prices, help family caregivers, improve financial security for retirees and promote aging in place will be among AARP Kentucky’s top advocacy priorities when the state General Assembly returns on Tuesday, Jan. 3.