AARP North Carolina

Demarcus Andrews of Durham, NC, has joined AARP North Carolina as Associate State Director of Advocacy. Among his responsibilities will be working with AARP Advocates and others to help advance state legislation and policy proposals to meet the needs of North Carolinians as they age.

CHARLOTTE — Did you know that one-out-of every ten older adults in the US experience elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation every year?

AARP Triangle and Carolina Mudcats are ready to strike out fraud and identity theft!

Find upcoming election dates, registration deadlines and voting options in North Carolina, such as voting by mail, early voting or voting with a disability.

RALEIGH -- AARP volunteers were in large numbers at the North Carolina General Assembly when the state’s aging community held an Advocacy Day here in May. With most new legislative proposals being held for the long session in 2025, aging advocates helped set the stage for opportunities lawmakers have to strengthen our communities and make North Carolina a better place for all ages.

North Carolina officials will issue a major blueprint this month that maps out how state agencies should strive to meet the needs of the state’s growing older population.

RALEIGH — AARP is now accepting nominations for its 2024 North Carolina Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors 50+ North Carolinians who are sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community members.

Walking was recognized by the Surgeon General of the United States of America as one of the single most important things we can do for our health. Will you join us in making health and happiness accessible for all?

BREVARD, NC — The title, "Age Friendly Brevard” sounds like it was meant to be, and it came together so easily.

RALEIGH — Later this month, the North Carolina General Assembly will convene for a “short” session with a big opportunity to pass several key measures that will help people live better lives and save the state millions in unnecessary spending.