Ted Carey

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The Massachusetts House and Senate passed long-term care reform. The move would bring stricter regulations to nursing homes and other assisted living settings. The bill awaits Gov. Healey's signature. AARP is urging to sign the legislation as soon as possible.

Gov. Maura Healey signed the Affordable Homes Act into law Tuesday, August 6. A key provision in the legislation allows for Accessory Dwelling Units to be built 'by right'. AARP has been fighting for that provision for months. ADUs are a family-friendly, community-creating type of housing the nation needs more of.

The Massachusetts Legislature failed to pass final legislation that would strengthen regulations in long term care facilities despite approving reforms in both the House and the Senate. A housing bill that will allow for accessory dwelling units was passed. That bill moves on to the governor who is expected to sign it.

They're back. AARP Days at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill are always popular. So, we're bringing them back for two days this spring and three days in September. You just need to register- find the links below. Then, you and up to five of their guests can gain free admission to the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill. Home to more than 17 unique gardens, a gift shop, & more, learn more about the New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill on their website here.

Gov Maura Healy signed FY 2025 Budget. AARP is highlighting some key provisions in the budget that will impact seniors in the Bay State

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The Commonwealth is holding listening sessions this summer as it gets set to refresh the Age- & Dementia-Friendly action plan it submitted to AARP in 2019

Both the Massachusetts House & Senate have passed legislation that will allow Accessary Dwelling Units (ADUs) to be built "by right". This would allow homeowners across the state to build units on their property. Currently, ADUs are regulated by cities and towns.

Unfortunately, the Secure Choice Savings Program did not pass. It was an amendment to a $3.5 billion economic development bill. The bill passed, the Secure Choice Amendment did not. The proposal would've create a state-facilitated automatic savings program.