AARP Montana

Helena, Mont., Nov. 10, 2023—Montanans who provide care for veterans spend on average $11,500 of their personal income on out-of-pocket costs related to caregiving each year—1.5 times higher than what other family caregivers spend ($7,242), according to AARP data. And 43 percent of veteran and military caregivers experienced at least one financial setback such as having to take on more debt or dip into personal savings, according to research from AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving.

New AARP Livability Index™ Top 100 finds that every community requires improvement to meet the needs of an aging population 

Ahead of the winter season, AARP Montana has set up a resources page so residents with low or fixed incomes can see if they’re eligible for help through the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program or other heating programs.

With the impacts of opioids remaining in the news in recent months, AARP Montana and Mountain-Pacific Quality Health have teamed up to provide new information on opioid safety, pain management, and reducing harm in our communities. It has been called the “most consequential preventable public health problem in the United States.”

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.

The latest edition of Investing in Montana Communities, from AARP Montana, has been released and is available for free as a digital download.

There are several ways to participate in the live event!

Montana residents can schedule new COVID-19 vaccine appointments or walk into a nearby pharmacy to get a shot. Here’s how to find an updated vaccine near you.

AARP Montana is looking for stories from residents about the importance of Social Security to their lives.

Report Finds Systemic Gaps in Montana in categories of Safety & Quality; Choice of Setting & Provider; and Affordability & Access