AARP is launching a nationwide movement, I Am A Caregiver. To many lawmakers, America’s millions of caregivers are invisible. Yet, these family caregivers hold up a broken long-term care system, which is why AARP is looking for your help.
AARP Alaska and partners successfully advocated for a $2.5 million increase for senior community-based grants to ensure the continued delivery of critical support services to help older Alaskans remain independent in their homes.
An emergency can hit at a moment’s notice – whether it’s a natural disaster like flooding, wildfires or high winds, or a personal emergency like a house fire.
“When an emergency hits, adrenaline kicks in making it hard to think straight,” said Joseph Roybal Sanchez, AARP New Mexico State Director. “You may only have minutes to get your family, your pets and yourself to safety.”
Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older adults? AARP has a local presence in Ohio to help people age 50+ to amplify their voice, share resources, and support each other where they live. AARP volunteers help Ohioans thrive in communities across the state.
Movies for Grownups is back with special showings of Karate Kid: Legends in June! You can register for a free viewing at select theaters in Evansville, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, or Merrillville between June 3-7. Read on for more movie and registration information!
AARP Florida is proud to announce that Laura Streed has been named Director of Outreach and Engagement, effective June 8. Streed will succeed Dionne Polite, who is retiring after a distinguished tenure leading AARP Florida’s Outreach and Engagement team.
The Iowa legislature passed a bill to increase consumer protections and regulation of cryptocurrency kiosks. Iowans have lost millions of dollars to crypto kiosk fraud, and older Iowans are frequently the targets of these scams.
In June our natural world is brimming with beautiful colors, enchanting noises and entertaining movement as many plants and animals are at the peak of activity with warmer days. And it is a great time to explore healthy living!
For nine decades, Social Security has been a stable and reliable foundation of retirement security for millions of Americans—and we believe it must remain that way for generations to come.
AARP Texas Executive Councilmember Beverly Gor is a retired dietitian and health educator who recently received high honors from Texas Woman's University.