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AARP North Carolina

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APR 1, 2025
North Carolina is facing a shortage of nursing home and home-care workers. During this year’s legislative session, AARP North Carolina is working to educate state lawmakers about the issue.
The names of the first 10 Medicare drugs whose prices the federal government will negotiate directly with manufacturers were released Aug. 29. Popular but pricey blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer treatments make historic list.
MAR 26, 2025
RALEIGH — Are you one of thousands of North Carolinians who are having a hard time getting a health appointment or even finding health care without having to travel great distances?
The AARP North Carolina Summer Nutrition & Easy Cooking Series is for everyone who wants to make brain health a priority, learn more about brain-healthy foods that are truly tasty, and to find inspiration for easy cooking on a daily basis.
RALEIGH -- As North Carolina’s population ages, nearly all of the state’s voters ages 45 plus (92%) believe it is important to be able to provide care so their loved ones can keep living independently in their own homes. 2014 North Carolina Caregiving Report FINAL collected the opinions of North Carolina residents on issues related to providing unpaid care to loved ones and proposals to provide support for family caregivers.
Governor McCrory released his $21.5 billion budget that holds most existing programs steady with inflation. Looking toward the future of this state, health, retirement and financial security for families and seniors are critical.
In North Carolina, 1.7 million people are providing care to family members or loved ones at some point of time each year. Why is the issue of family caregiving so important right now? What kind of challenges do they face? What kind of resources do family caregivers need?
You’ve worked hard for a place to call home, a family, a job, and maybe a few extras. Orchestrating so many life events for others can leave you with little time for yourself. Finding the time to focus on your future is particularly important for women, who generally have more years to cover in retirement with fewer resources. However, planning for your own tomorrow is vitally important: If you don’t plan for yourself, someone else will plan for you.
Washington, DC – Last week, Robert Palombo of Southern Shores participated in the graduation ceremony for AARP’s Volunteer Leadership Institute or VLI.
By Charmaine Fuller Cooper
This week on “Real Life,” AARP continues to look for ways to save you money. Credit unions often offer benefits not provided by traditional banks. What are they? Are they right for you?
Did you know that scam artists are filing fraudulent tax returns and stealing people’s identities? In 2014, the IRS reported over 15 million fraudulent tax returns. If you are a victim, the IRS will notify you by mail that you have filed more than one return. The IRS will never call you.
WILMINGTON -- Looking for ways to share your life experiences, skills and passions in your community? AARP makes it easy to help out in the Cape Fear Region on the projects and with the people you care about most.
AARP North Carolina Awards Several Charlotte Volunteers for Their Commitment to Serving the 50+ Community in the Queen City
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