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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,
AARP is partnering with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help older adults prepare for hurricanes, tornadoes and other natural disasters.
By Enid Kassner for the North Carolina Journal of Medicine
Flu season runs from October to May. Each year in the U.S., up to 40 thousand people die from the flu -- the same number who die from prostate disease, breast cancer and AIDS.
By AARP NC President, Robert Palombo
When Idalia High retired from a lifelong career of teaching in 1987, she was far from finished when it comes to working to improve her community. Since that time, she has volunteered with AARP and others to raise the profiles of the local services offered to seniors by both public and private organizations including the Wilson County Department of Social Services.
Are you in the market for a new or used automobile? Car buying can be trickier than you think. The sale, trade-in and financing are each separate transactions that can cost or save you money.
By Mary Bethel and Charmaine Fuller Cooper
Are you one of North Carolina's 1.7 million family caregivers providing unpaid care to family, friends or loved ones? If so, don't miss this week's program on "Real Life" Radio, when AARP talks with Leigh Warren, Community Outreach Coordinator at Guiding Lights Caregiver Support Center.
CHARLOTTE - Unemployment is especially difficult for 50+ workers because they tend to stay jobless longer than younger workers. Many have not been on a job interview in many years and feel unprepared to compete for new jobs. And many do not just how important social media – such as LinkdIn – is to employers in finding new talent. That is why AARP is offering workshops specifically for older workers in the Queen City.
CHARLOTTE - One of the best gifts someone can give to their community is the skill set they have developed over their working career. Here in Charlotte, we have a network of volunteers who come from a variety of backgrounds who have regular opportunities to give back to the community in meaningful ways.
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