Advocacy

AARP Massachusetts is urging Governor Healey to include senior representation on the newly formed Anti-Hunger Task Force, created in response to federal cuts to food assistance. With nearly 1 in 10 older Americans facing food insecurity, AARP says it's essential to have a voice at the table advocating for the health and well-being of older adults.

AARP Massachusetts urges lawmakers to implement the Secure Choice Plan, a no-cost retirement savings program for workers without employer-sponsored plans. Despite legislative approval, Governor Healey has sent the program for further study. AARP urges legislators to override the governor's veto.

On August 14th, AARP will celebrate the 90th Anniversary of Social Security with a red-and-white "Skyline Salute" across Massachusetts landmarks, honoring its legacy and commitment to protecting it for generations to come.

America marks Social Security’s 90th Anniversary on August 14. 90 years ago, our country made a promise to provide hardworking Americans with a way to earn a foundation for financial security in retirement. This year, AARP is proudly celebrating Social Security’s legacy while fighting to protect and strengthen it for older Americans today and for our kids and grandkids tomorrow.

Are you caring for an older loved one? Join us for a 30-minute conversation to share your story, connect with others, and help shape the support caregivers need.

A new AARP survey, released for Social Security’s 90th anniversary, shows overwhelming bipartisan support for the program, with 95% of Republicans, 98% of Democrats, and 93% of Independents calling it vital to Americans’ financial security.

AARP Massachusetts is urging lawmakers to support vital measures that uplift older adults and caregivers; paying spouses as caregivers, increasing personal needs allowances, and protections for vulnerable MassHealth applicants. All three issues were part of a July 1st healthcare hearing

Governor Healey signed the 2026 Massachusetts budget into law on the 4th of July. The budget invests in older residents and supports the Commonwealth’s 780,000 family caregivers allowing people to age with dignity in their own homes and communities-where they want to. The governor did veto a key proposal that would set up a plan that allows more people to save for retirement.

As we get older, staying in our homes and communities becomes more important than ever. But property taxes can make that hard for many older adults in Massachusetts. That’s why AARP is supporting An Act Relative to Senior Property Tax Deferral

AARP Massachusetts testified in support of House Bill 3804 and Senate Bill 2419 to make streets safer by allowing towns to extend crosswalk signals—helping older adults and anyone who needs more time to cross.