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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.
This week the Massachusetts Senate is taking up the budget for next year. The Fiscal Year 2024 budget provides funding for vital programs and services for older Massachusetts residents.
AARP is backing nursing home reform legislation in Massachusetts that would increase nurse staffing rations, create pathways to single occupancy rooms, increase the personal needs allowance for residents and reserve beds for residents during leaves of absence.
AARP Massachusetts is backing legislation that would protect seniors who rent their home
AARP Massachusetts testifying in favor of two bills that would improve Senior Property Tax deferments.
On Thursday, May 4th AARP Massachusetts State Director Mike Festa testified virtually in front of The Massachusetts Joint Committee On Public Health. He urged the committee to pass House Bill No. 2178 and Senate Bill No. 1380 - An Act To Strengthen Our Public Health Infrastructure To Address Alzheimer’s And All Dementia.
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