As 2025 draws to a close, AARP Virgin Islands proudly celebrates a year of meaningful advocacy, delivering strong protection and support for older adults and their families. Through strategic collaboration with lawmakers and community partners, AARP VI advanced key legislation that enhances safety, health, and caregiving across the territory.
“We need to ensure that our aging population can live their remaining years safely and with dignity,” said Troy De Chabert-Schuster, State Director, AARP VI. “This year’s legislative victories reflect our commitment to improving quality of life for older Virgin Islanders.”
Rhode Island communities are committed to becoming more livable for all ages, as more localities join the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. Barrington, East Providence, New Shoreham and Pawtucket are the most recent additions to the network in 2025.
The Net Equity Program requires broadband internet providers to offer high-speed internet service to eligible households — those that qualify for Medicaid or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — for no more than $40 per month, including taxes and fees.
To observe National Diabetes Month in November, AARP Michigan is making available an on-demand broadcast of its three-part “Demystifying Diabetes” series.
Public spaces, transportation and housing improvements will be funded through AARP's 2025 Community Challenges grants, which awarded $105,500 to eight Arizona groups.
Crypto ATM fraud is on the rise. AARP has successfully backed new laws to protect consumers in at least 14 other states and is pushing for similar legislation in Indiana.
AARP Minnesota fought for two significant changes to benefits for workers: a state-facilitated retirement savings program and a paid family and medical leave program.