AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement related to comments about changes at the Social Security Administration (SSA).
The acting head of the Social Security Administration (SSA) on Feb. 19 sought to reassure older Americans that payments will continue as usual and that Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staff have limited access to its systems, amid growing concerns over service disruptions and the privacy of beneficiaries’ personal data.
The names of the first 10 Medicare drugs whose prices the federal government will negotiate directly with manufacturers were released Aug. 29. Popular but pricey blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer treatments make historic list.
Social isolation affects millions of older adults and their health. AARP is committed to help communities find ways to connect their residents to resources and programs that fight isolation and loneliness.
Attention local non-profit organizations and governments across Wisconsin! The window is now open for you to apply for a 2025 AARP Community Challenge grant. These grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and more.
We know that it takes time to build great communities. But we also believe that tangible improvements can spark long-term change. AARP launched the Community Challenge grant program in 2017 to fund projects that build momentum to improve livability nationwide. We are excited to announce the program is back for its ninth year and is currently accepting applications online through March 5, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. ET.
AARP Virginia volunteers will fight for a Prescription Drug Affordability Board, improving nursing home quality and an expedited process for obtaining Medicaid approval for home care when lawmakers come to town on January 8.
You’re invited to “Step Out” with AARP Ohio. You’ll learn all of the ways you can “Step Up” to make a difference firsthand from AARP Volunteers right here in your own community.
AARP Kansas invites local eligible non-profit organizations and governments across the country to apply for the 2025 AARP Community Challenge grant program, now through March 5, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern. AARP Community Challenge grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and more. Now in its ninth year, the program is part of AARP’s nationwide Livable Communities initiative, which supports the efforts of cities, towns, neighborhoods and rural areas to become great places to live for all residents, especially those age 50 and older.