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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.
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 New Jersey has teamed up with ONNJ for the television series, The Power of Us, hosted by State Director Chris Widelo.
New Data Show 26% Of Adults In New Jersey Provide Care, Spotlighting Urgent Need for Action to Support Family Caregivers
For the first time since AARP began publishing the Scorecard in 2011, more than half of Medicaid long-term care dollars nationwide for older adults and people with physical disabilities went to home- and community-based services instead of nursing homes and other institutions.
Karen DeMarco received the 2023 AARP New Jersey Andrus Award.
This year, AARP New Jersey helped put money back in your pocket by fighting to lower prescription drug prices and fighting to expand property tax relief. We also helped you get healthy and stay healthy and helped you protect yourself and your loved ones from fraud.
A New Jersey resident shares his experience after falling victim to a scam.
Are you feeling the stress of the holidays? De-stress with us on Wednesday, Dec. 20 with virtual chair yoga classes at 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. ET.
The AARP Smart Driver Course is a driving refresher course that features research-based curriculum. The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.
AARP New Jersey teamed up with Rutgers during the 2023 football season to help tackle fraud in the Garden State. At the games, be sure to watch AARP New Jersey’s video on protecting you and your loved ones from fraud – featuring players from Rutgers’ offensive line!
New Jersey residents will be heading to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 7, to choose all 120 members of the New Jersey Legislature. Top of mind for many older residents is property tax relief and more affordable prescription drug pricing.
This webinar for all 2023 candidates is an opportunity to better understand the power of voters 50+, the issues that are important to voters 50+, and learn about AARP New Jersey's advocacy priorities.
Join us for FREE, virtual classes celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, Diwali and Navratri.
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