AARP North Carolina

CHARLOTTE - Take one look at Bob Roberts on his bike and you're likely to be inspired. At 69 years old, Bob is an avid rider and, in many ways, a model boomer. He takes care of himself and has an active lifestyle, still works in a rewarding field and shows no signs of slowing down any time soon. But a closer at Bob - and his helmet adorning the phrase "We are not done" - reveals that his passion for life extends further beyond his own personal fulfillment.

Did you know that AARP offers workshops every week in the Charlotte region? Whether you’re an AARP member or not, over 50 or not, all of our programs are free of charge, free of any sales pitches, and all geared towards helping you achieve real possibilities!

This month, Forbes Magazine named Charlotte and Raleigh as two of the top ten cities in the Unites States people are moving to right now. But whether you are coming or going, moving can be stressful, especially for older adults. This week on “Without Limits,” you’ll learn more about a great AARP read that can help you move and downsize. You’ll also get some tips and advice from Charlotte relocation expert Cindy Greer with Transition with Care.

As state lawmakers deliberate the idea of capping state income taxes at 5.5 percent, AARPNC wants to take a closer look to determine if this is a sweet deal that could turn sour.

This week on “ Without Limits,” you’ll meet Bob Roberts, one many who is doing his part to disrupt aging and dispel the notion of what it means to age in America.

Any family on a fixed budget understands the tradeoffs when balancing a checking account each month. An unexpected home repair may mean cutting the cable or dining in instead of out. It may also mean renting a Red Box instead of a trip to the Cineplex. So when it comes to responsible state budgeting, lawmakers also need some flexibility.

North Carolina lawmakers are once again considering a constitutional amendment that would tie the hands of state budget writers for years to come, greatly impact the state’s credit rating and the ability of our state to pay its bills, and put vital programs for seniors, families and kids at risk.

This week, AARP's “Without Limits” explores the sobering subject of painkiller addiction. Painkiller abuse in the U.S. has been on the rise since the 1980s and their use by older adults is on a steady climb. Along with this rise in painkiller abuse comes an increase in the number of addictions and deaths related to painkillers.

This week AARP North Carolina President Bob Palombo and State Director Doug Dickerson are in Washington, DC, advocating on behalf of AARP members and all older Americans on the crucial issues of family caregiving and Social Security.

By Jo Ann Pfirman, Cary, NC