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The state of Ohio has becomes the latest member of the AARP Network of Age Friendly States and Communities.
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.
Gov. Mike DeWine has thrown his full support behind an initiative for Ohio to become the 13th state member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. DeWine told the Bulletin that he wants people to think of Ohio as “the best place to grow old in the nation.”
The best way to continue living independently in a home you love is to plan ahead and make changes that will benefit you today and in the future, as needs and abilities will change over time.
There are many way you can volunteer for AARP Ohio, just check out what our volunteers say.
As AARP heads into the state budget season, we have put in action a dynamic plan to gain support and momentum for our policy priorities.
Do you have a great idea for an improvement project for your Ohio hometown? If so, the 2025 AARP Community Challenge grant program is open and accepting applications through March 5 at 5 p.m.
AARP Ohio released a statewide election survey that shows who leads in presidential and senate races in the state, as well as the top-of-mind issues for Ohio voters age 50-plus.
A dozen communities across Ohio were awarded quick-action grants during this year's AARP Community Challenge. Find out how these places are transforming into great places to live for all ages.
An AARP survey shows more than half of veterans are unaware of their housing benefits, and a quarter need financial help for home modifications. New AARP resources can connect Ohio's veterans to adapted housing grants from the VA.
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