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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.
DEC 4, 2025
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OCT 29, 2025
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.
OCT 29, 2025
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.
Retirement planning is crucial, yet many Americans, especially those in low-income, African American, and Hispanic communities, lack access to employer-sponsored retirement plans. States across the U.S. are implementing automatic IRA savings programs to address this gap. These programs automatically enroll workers in state-facilitated IRAs, making it easier for them to save for retirement. New Jersey is part of this movement, ensuring its residents have a straightforward way to build their financial future. What is the RetireReady NJ Program?
All too often, victims of fraud are repeatedly deceived by the same criminals. Once victimized, some are that much more vulnerable to new scams.
Join AARP in Oakland for upcoming fraud prevention events.
Spring is here! Warmer weather means getting outside to take a walk and tuning up the bike for a ride.
"Old age is not a defeat, but a victory, not a punishment, but a privilege." - Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, Founder of AARP
Beck will guide AARP Nebraska’s efforts to serve the state’s nearly 180,000 members aged 50 and older. She will chair the Executive Council, partnering with the State Director to provide strategic vision and leadership at the state and community levels. Additionally, Beck will serve as Nebraska’s chief volunteer spokesperson for AARP.
"I find it rewarding in being able to give back to the community in this way, standing up for the 50-plus people who need our help and support."
In response to the Social Security Administration's recent decision to require in-person identity verification, AARP Mississippi State Director Kimberly L. Campbell, Esq. who represents the state’s 249,000 members said:
Property tax relief was a hot topic during the 2025 Legislative Session and Henson will use this event to simplify what passed and what it means to Wyoming residents.
I love North Carolina and I understand why our state is one of the most rapidly growing retirement places in the US. I am glad we are growing, but I must admit that I am also worried about our ability to keep up with the growth.
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