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 Pennsylvania State Director Bill Johnston-Walsh provided the following statement today in response to the finalized budget for fiscal year 2025-2026.
There is a mix of perennials and shrubs that should not be pruned before winter. Keep in mind that any pruning on a plant encourages growth. Pruning stimulates a growth hormone called an auxin. If you prune the top of a rose cane, it will stimulate growth below the pruned section. Pruning in late fall or winter is risky. The environmental temperatures will not support growth.
We are fighting every day to make aging easier in Virginia. Your voice matters, and we help make sure that our elected officials in the Commonwealth hear it.
Aletha is one of more than 3.4 million Texans who perform a great labor of love: caring for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones so they can remain in their homes. These family caregivers are sometimes on duty 24 hours a day, seven days a week – and often they can’t even take a break. But they wouldn’t have it any other way.
Caregiving is a deeply fulfilling role, but it can also take a significant toll—emotionally, physically, and financially. Many caregivers devote all their energy to the immediate needs of their loved ones, often putting their own financial security and wellbeing on the back burner. AARP Florida is here to help change that.
Join AARP Alaska for a free movie screening of Dear Sirs, showcasing the incredible story of one young man retracing his grandfather’s footsteps as an American POW during World War II. Watch the trailer.
Don’t miss out on a magical afternoon! Join AARP Oklahoma for a free screening of “Wicked” and experience the enchanting tale of Elphaba and Glinda’s extraordinary friendship and their life-changing encounter with the Wizard of Oz.
Starting in 2025, Medicare will implement several significant changes, some of which are thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, championed by AARP. As the landscape of Medicare continues to evolve, understanding these changes is more important than ever – especially for the one million Oregonians who rely on the program for healthcare. Here is what you need to know about some of the key changes coming up and how they might impact you.
Austin enjoys a reputation as a young city. It’s also among the fastest-growing areas for people 55 and older. City leaders are taking the growth trend seriously. On Thursday, the Austin City Council approved a plan to help people “age in place.”