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.
Usually a treat for children, Halloween is one of the most dangerous nights of the year. AARP Montana offers tips to stay safe with a downloadable tip sheet.
It’s Medicare open enrollment season, and that means Medicare is top of mind for many of us. And scammers are looking to get in on the action for their own benefit.
Do you love hiking, fishing, or getting outside? Then the Hauser-Beaver Creek trail is perfect for you! Get out and enjoy the fresh air, get exercise, and have fun! Helena has miles of maintained trails nearby.
Wow, the weather really changed fast! Now that it is staying warmer and brighter earlier and later, hikers have more time to go hiking. Get out and enjoy the fresh air, get exercise, and have fun! Helena has miles of maintained trails nearby.
Estate planning is a crucial consideration for older adults, but it can be a stressful, even confusing, endeavor. AARP Montana, in collaboration with Montana State University Extension, aims to ease the process with a series of free virtual workshops.
AARP Montana is pleased to sponsor the Stories of Honor newspaper series in partnership with the Helena Independent Record, the Montana Standard, The Billings Gazette and The Missoulian. From Memorial Day through Veterans Day, a different story will be featured in each market each week – a total of approximately 104 different Stories of Honor will be featured over the course of the year.