FY2026 budget delivers key wins on utility affordability, property tax relief, prescription assistance, and transparency—but includes a troubling setback for nursing home quality
Findings Show Nearly $2 Billion in Payments to Nursing Home Owners’ Private Companies from 2021–2023, Including $285 Million in Overpayments
Report Raises Concerns About Public Dollars Being Diverted for Private Profit
Find free online and in-person local events designed with you in mind. Discover fun exercise classes, healthy cooking demos, helpful workshops, and more.
National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15) is a time to honor the culture and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Somos, La Fiesta that celebrates! You’ll have the opportunity to get active in the comfort of your home!
So, you're taking care of someone you love. Maybe it happened slowly, or maybe it surprised you. Either way, you're not alone. Millions of people are caregivers, and while it's not easy, it can be very rewarding.
AARP New Jersey’s annual fraud summit is set for Tuesday, Sept. 16, in Edison. The forum will focus on how scammers tap into people's emotions and the use of artificial intelligence technology in fraud, among other topics.
Is your stuff starting to take over your space? Whether you’re planning a move or just tired of the clutter, this practical session will help you let go of what you don’t need and make space for what truly matters.
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month—a time to recognize the millions affected by cognitive decline and to spotlight the innovators working to change the future of brain health. The AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP is doing just that by highlighting six pioneering startups that are reshaping how we detect, manage, and improve cognitive well-being.
Loneliness and social isolation are not just emotional challenges; they are public health crises that significantly impact the well-being of older adults. Recognizing the gravity of this issue, AARP is backing the Improving Measurements for Loneliness and Isolation Act. This federal bill aims to develop standardized definitions and measurements for loneliness and isolation, paving the way for effective solutions.
The AARP Smart Driver Course is a driving refresher course that features research-based curriculum. The course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.