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.
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.
Starting January 2026, Social Security payments will increase by 2.8%. This cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) means the average monthly retirement payment will rise by about $56, from $2,015 to $2,071. Survivor benefits will go up by roughly $52, and disability payments will increase by $44. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will see their first boosted payment on December, payable in January 2026.
AARP supports critical property tax relief for older adults, prescription drug affordability, affordable housing, and efforts to increase financial security in retirement
Take simple, but meaningful, steps to support your well-being and learn about AARP NJ available resources that support healthy living. Join us for our virtual chair yoga classes Wednesday, March 19 at 12 p.m. OR 6 p.m. ET.
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and love is in the air! But let’s not forget the not-so-sweet side of online dating—relationship scams. With every swipe and message, there's a chance you're not just connecting with Mr./Ms. Right but with Mr./Ms. Wrong (and we mean really wrong).
For our 2025 advocacy agenda, AARP New Jersey is prioritizing health security, financial security, affordable housing and implementing new laws that support people 50 and older.