Health & Wellbeing

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.

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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

Whether you're caring for a loved one, looking to improve your own health, or simply curious about the link between food and brain function, you'll want to check this series out.

AARP and other organizations will rally at the State House on Tuesday, May 13 to support quality, effective, and cost-efficient home and community-based services.

AARP Massachusetts online series on how technology can enhance and simplify your daily routine

Trips to the pharmacy could get a little cheaper for thousands of Massachusetts residents

The set of reforms includes creating a new fund to support career advancement for long-term care workers, requiring care facilities to submit disease outbreak response plans, and allowing qualified assisted living staff to provide basic health services.

Massachusetts residents can schedule COVID-19 vaccine appointments at retail pharmacies, doctor’s offices and other locations. Here’s how to find an updated vaccine near you.

Ansara is among seven people who won an AARP Purpose Prize this year. The award is given to nonprofit founders 50 and older who see a problem and create impactful solutions. Ansara's Build Health International helps build high-quality health care infrastructure in underprivileged communities around the world.