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As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older Georgians—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.
OCT 28, 2025
New Data Show 34% Of Adults In Mississippi Provide Care, Spotlighting Urgent Need for Action to Support Family Caregivers
SEP 5, 2025
No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the process easier
JUL 17, 2025
Scoop Social Security myths at the Social Security Ice Cream Social. Join us for a fun and informative day filled with sweet treats and even sweeter truths! We’re dishing out the facts and busting the myths about Social Security—so you can be more confident about your future.
Join our online event for free job searching tips, tools resources, interactive videos, recruiter chats and more.
Mississippi has the fourth-highest percentage of rural residents in the country and the lowest number of doctors per capita. Meanwhile, the state’s 60-plus population is growing faster than any other age group. These factors can make it hard to access medical care, especially for those who don’t drive.
The season of giving brings about holiday cheer that so many are thrilled to celebrate. With Christmas right around the corner we know everyone is busy finding the perfect gifts for loved ones, decorating trees with ornaments, and spending quality time with family. With all those never ending to-do lists and bargain hunting, many are unaware of the possibility of fraud and scams. Unfortunately, amidst all of the wonderful festivities, some people on Santa’s ”naughty list” are ready to catch you off guard. The season of giving also attracts scammers looking for their next victim. AARP has you covered on different ways to avoid holiday scams, so that you can remain merry.
The Magnolia State has a shortage of medical personnel, which limits access to care—especially in rural areas. The U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration estimates the state will have a third fewer primary care physicians than needed by 2025—as well as a shortage of nurses.
Are you a leader who is driven by helping others? AARP Mississippi is looking for a State President, the organization's highest volunteer position. The State President works closely with the State Director, volunteers and staff as they help the 50-plus population live their best lives. Everyday we seek to demonstrate the motto of our founder, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus: To serve, not to be served.
The Magnolia State is home to about 500,000 family caregivers who provide unpaid services to help aging loved ones continue to live at home. AARP Mississippi is recruiting advocacy volunteers to help pass legislation in 2018 that could help caregiving families.
By Elissa McCool
This year, AARP Mississippi is presenting Veterans Town Halls throughout the state. So far, the events have been held in Southaven and Richland.
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