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As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older North Carolinians—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.
NOV 20, 2025
AARP North Carolina announces Jeanne Van Divender, PhD, as State President. Learn about her leadership, volunteer journey, and impact on older adults in North Carolina.
NOV 20, 2025
Discover practical tips for healthy holiday eating without sacrificing flavor. Learn how to balance indulgence with nutrition during festive celebrations.
NOV 3, 2025
Times can be hard and many North Carolinians are challenged by affordable housing, rising property and utility costs and more. AARP, your wise friend and fierce defender, has compiled a handy list of housing assistance programs. With winter coming, let us help you find resources that can help you reduce your stress without compromising your health or safety,
GREENSBORO -- Fraud and scams targeting older adults continue to plague the state and nation as criminals use tricks both old and new to try to steal our money or identity.
Four groups have won AARP Community Challenge Grants to improve livability in the state.
Looking for a job that has flexible hours, competitive pay, and matters to your community? Consider working for the 2020 Census! Get more information on the potential opportunities during our free webinar.
November conference to spark more progress to make communities better places for all ages
Automatic payroll deductions will help
ASHEVILLE -- People concerned about the high cost of the medications their doctors prescribe joined AARP in the Mountain Region at an August public forum on lowering prescription drug costs.
New projects protect cyclists, pedestrians
Thanks to the efforts of AARP advocates and other opponents worried about unfair electric utility rate hikes, legislation to dramatically change the way North Carolina’s electric rates are set, turned into a bill that would study the issue instead, setting back the changes the state's largest utility has pushed for.
Help bring home gold at international games
RALEIGH – The North Carolina General Assembly passed House Bill 604, a bi-partisan effort to create a Joint Legislative Study Committee on Small Business Retirement Options. The study will help NC lawmakers determine the easiest way for small businesses to offer retirement savings options to their employees.
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