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.
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Explore your family’s rich heritage at Finding Your Roots, hosted by AARP New York in collaboration with genealogy thought leaders Akosua Moore (Finding Your Roots), Phil Sutton (New York Public Library), and Joshua Taylor (New York Genealogical and Biographical Society).
AARP Florida’s Executive Council is pleased to announce the appointment of two new volunteers, Kip Corriveau and Frank Wells, who bring a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to their new roles.
Caregiving is a natural part of the cycle of life. Allowing ourselves space for self-care is one of the most important tasks in our curriculum for living. When was the last time that you set out on an adventure of deep self-care? At its core caregiving is an ever-evolving cycle of balancing self-care and caring for others. Sadly, limited attention is provided across media platforms, about the necessity of caregiving and self-care.