AARP New Hampshire

In the heart of Center Harbor, NH—a town of just 1,000 year-round residents nestled beside Lake Winnipesaukee—something magical happened this summer. The James E. Nichols Memorial Library, a cozy cornerstone of the community, turned a dream into reality thanks to a 2025 AARP Community Challenge Grant.

Remember the “mother-in-law suite” or “granny flat”? These small, separate living spaces tucked behind a main house were once common in American neighborhoods. After World War II, they popped up across the country, offering families a way to keep loved ones close while giving them independence. However, over time, zoning laws made it increasingly difficult to build them, and they gradually faded from view.

The holidays can be stressful for anyone. Not surprisingly, working caregivers and those caring for parents tend to feel the most stressed. In New Hampshire, there are more than 168,0000 family caregivers juggling work, family and creating holiday memories for their loved ones.

Tammy and her husband depend on Social Security to live; cuts or late payments pose the risk of jeopardizing their financial security. Tammy has worked several different jobs during her career, the longest being a telephone service representative. Unfortunately, after four back surgeries, it was clear Tammy would not be returning to the workforce.

For the past three years, Beverly has cared for her husband at home. Once an accomplished machinist, he lives with Alzheimer’s, a condition that has slowly changed nearly every aspect of their daily lives.

No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the process easier

Is your organization, club or business looking for speakers?AARP NH offers free, in-person and virtual presentations.

Scams and data breaches are in the news a lot. Considering myself a savvy consumer, I had never been the victim of either. I had taken what I thought were all the appropriate steps to protect myself.

In this edition of Concord TV's SeniorSpeak NH with host Dan Wise, you'll hear from Steve August, Road Scholar VP of Marketing.

Scammers are criminals. The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!