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AARP New Jersey

AARP New Jersey educates and advocates on behalf of those 50+ on issues that are important to them, their families, and to all Garden State residents.
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ, January 20, 2026 - AARP New Jersey congratulates Governor Mikie Sherrill on her inauguration and appreciates that her speech underscored a steadfast commitment to making New Jersey more affordable. We are encouraged by her focus on lowering property taxes, freezing utility rates, and supporting older residents across the Garden State.
Applications accepted through March 4, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PT
Findings underscore urgent need for financial transparency and swift passage of S1948/A1872
New Brunswick, NJ – Ann Lippel has been selected by AARP, the nonprofit organization for people 50 and older, to receive the 2025 AARP New Jersey Andrus Award for Community Service, the Association’s most prestigious and visible state volunteer award for community service.
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — Today, AARP announced 5 organizations throughout New Jersey will receive 2024 Community Challenge grants – part of AARP’s largest investment in communities to date with $3.8 million awarded among 343 organizations nationwide. Grantees will implement quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places; transportation; housing; digital connections; and more, with an emphasis on the needs of adults ages 50 and older.
On June 15, 2024, we held a grand celebration of Father's Day, focusing on the health and well-being of fathers and grandfathers!
Join AARP New Jersey for an informative and engaging virtual event designed to empower and rejuvenate you! Learn about key issues that impact voters age 50+ and engage in a free Tai Chi class on Wednesday, July 24 at 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. ET.
A new state law, signed by Gov. Phil Murphy (D) in March, defines accessory dwelling units as affordable housing. ADUs are built on the same lot as a single-family home and include in-law suites, garage apartments and backyard cottages.
We Spent the Night Together! AARP threw a FREE Rolling Stones pre-party for their show at MetLife! AARP Members celebrated the Rolling Stones and the 50th anniversary of The Stone Pony with Marc Ribler and Friends!
Calls for the legislature and Governor to move quickly on the report’s findings and recommendations, which include prioritizing home and community-based care
Annual Award Recognizes Those Who Make a Powerful Difference in their Community
Soaring housing costs are a growing concern for older residents of Ocean County. One solution in the works: The county—which just joined the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities—plans to start a home-sharing program that would help older people find a housemate to defray costs.
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