As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—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.
AARP Ohio Director Jenny Carlson officially welcomed Bellville as the 37th Ohio community to join the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities on October 1.
Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older adults? AARP Ohio wants volunteers to amplify the voices of people age 50+ and share resources to support older adults where they live. AARP volunteers help Ohioans thrive in communities across the state.
AARP Ohio endorsed Senate Bill 54 which makes Ohio a leader in combating robocall schemes. We are particularly pleased that the bill strengthens the penalties when the victim is an older person or disabled adult.
AARP Ohio volunteers are available to speak on topics such as preparing to be a family caregiver, fraud prevention, brain health and modifying a home to age in place.
AARP Ohio has skilled volunteers that can speak to your group online. Our speakers provide FREE virtual presentations via Zoom that address the issues that matter most to Ohioans 50+.
Medicare changes every year, which means it can get a little complicated when trying to understand what’s new for you. Join us for a free webinar where we’ll discuss the key takeaways from this year’s Medicare changes and what they may mean for your benefits.