AARP Ohio is inviting applications for its Community Challenge grant program, which funds quick-action projects that improve local livability. Now in its 10th year, the program supports small, impactful changes that can spark long-term community benefits. Applications are open until March 4, 2026, at 5 p.m. via aarp.org/CommunityChallenge.
Lisa shares journey of caring for her 90-year-old mother during the pandemic and afterward—a story of sacrifice, love and resilience. Her experience highlights the urgent need for caregiver tax credits to help families keep loved ones at home.
AARP Ohio works local leaders and residents to help ensure that communities statewide are livable for people of all ages. Toward achieving that goal, AARP provides tools and resources to use to help make your community age-friendly.
Alison's family's caregiving journey highlights the emotional, financial and logistical challenges families face—and underscores the need for legislative support for family caregiver tax credits. It is a powerful reminder of the strength of multigenerational families and the importance of valuing caregivers.
Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older adults? AARP has a local presence in Ohio to help people age 50+ to amplify their voice, share resources, and support each other where they live. AARP volunteers help Ohioans thrive in communities across the state.
2022 Community Challenge Grants Awarded Nationally and in Ohio, with $3.4 mil to 260 grantees for quick-action projects that will create more livable communities for residents of all ages.
To help more residents get high-speed internet across the state, AARP Ohio and others are researching the best ways to deploy new federal funds included in last year’s bipartisan infrastructure bill.
Esther's Law allows families of residents in Ohio’s long-term care facilities to install cameras or other electronic monitoring devices in their rooms. Learn how you can protect your loved one from abuse or neglect.
Former professional dancer and teacher is a role model for Central Ohioans. On Saturday, May 7, 2022, at the third annual Annual Mother’s Day Celebration, AARP Ohio and its Central Ohio volunteers recognized China White with its Disrupt Aging Award.
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected communities across the country, hit older adults incredibly hard, and put a spotlight on a host of disparities. As Ohioans and people across the nation look to recovery from the pandemic, local leaders are making decisions about how to invest federal funding authorized by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) that passed Congress in March 2021 in response to the pandemic.