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.
Welcome to AARP New Jersey's voters' guide for the 2025 Governor’s race. Republican nominee, Jack Ciattarelli, and the Democratic nominee, Mikie Sherrill share their views on issues that count for the 50+.
The AARP Pickleball Clinic experience is coming to New Jersey and we are excited to offer you a chance to learn and play this popular sport! The clinics will consist of an on-court guided session with licensed instructors and focus on warm up, basic technique, skills building, and game play for players of all levels. Pickleball is a fun way to connect with friends, stay fit* and support your brain to help your health and happiness live as long as you do.
Join AARP New Jersey for a day of science and fun for the whole family. Stop by the AARP table at the Liberty Science Center on Thursday, November 15 or Sunday, November 18 from 10:00am - 4:00pm and find out more about what AARP is doing in your community. AARP members and guests will receive a discounted admission rate of $13.50 per ticket (up to 6 tickets per purchaser) which includes a planetarium show. Tickets are available by calling 201-253-1310 or in person at the Liberty Science Center Box Office. Use promo code "SCIENCE" for November 15th and "LEARN" for November 18th.
AARP New Jersey is engaging voters across the Garden State – and we want to know why you are voting on November 6th! Critical issues like Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, caregiving, prescription drugs and financial security are all on the line. Tune in for our upcoming video series – Why I Vote – to see what’s bringing your friends and neighbors to the polls.
Government is broken. Politicians don't seek common ground. They cast insults instead of creating results. It's time for our elected leaders to put voters first and get to work. This November, critical issues like Medicare, Social Security, caregiving, prescription drugs and financial security are all on the line. AARP is urging all New Jerseyans to use your vote to hold politicians accountable and make them pay attention to the nation's most powerful voting bloc - the 50+.
AARP, in collaboration with the City of Perth Amboy and the Perth Amboy Police Department, will be hosting a Shred Event and Prescription Medication Take-Back Day. Bring any confidential paper documents to our event, and we'll shred them for free. All attendees are invited to drop off any unused and expired prescription medications anonymously, no questions asked. For safety reasons, the Project Medicine Drop box can only accept solid medications such as pills, patches, inhalers, and similar objects and cannot accept liquids, medical waste, or syringes.