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The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed a landmark bill creating its first-ever Caregiver Commission—during National Family Caregivers Month. AARP MA thanks legislators for championing the 1.4M caregivers across the Commonwealth
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.
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November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor the dedication and sacrifices of the 63 million family caregivers in the United States, including 1.4 million in Massachusetts who assist loved ones in living independently at home.
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AARP Massachusetts is backing a bill on Beacon Hill that would help promote financial literacy programs. AARP Massachusetts State Director Mike Festa and AARP Massachusetts State President submitted testimony to the Elder Affairs Committee urging the committee to favorably pass House Bill No. 638, An Act Supporting Seniors’ Financial Stability. The committee held a hearing at the State house on Monday, June 12.
AARP Massachusetts backs a Mass Senate bill that would make drug companies and pharmacy benefit managers act more transparently when it comes to pharmaceutical costs.
The move to enact a $1500 Family caregiver tax credit in Massachusetts went before another hearing Tuesday June 6. This time, it was the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Revenue. AARP Massachusetts State Director Mike Festa testified in favor of the bill. AARP volunteers Nancy Stehfest and Yvonne Powell, who are both family caregivers, testified as well.
AARP is looking to bolster its volunteer ranks with people of different ages who are skilled in a range of subjects.
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