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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.
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We’re excited to announce that seven organizations throughout Iowa will receive a combined $75,506 in 2025 AARP Community Challenge grants. The grants are part of AARP’s $4.2 million commitment to fund 383 quick-action projects nationwide aimed at making communities more livable for people of all ages.
Advocating on behalf of Iowans age 50+ and giving you a voice at the State Capitol is a top priority for AARP Iowa. During the 2025 legislative session, we engaged on several bills with wide-ranging impacts related to housing, consumer protections, utilities, and more.
At the crossroads of Florida's State Route 70 and U.S. Route 17 lies Arcadia, Florida — a small, rural town and one of the winners of AARP Florida's 2025 Community Challenge Grant, a program which funds innovative projects that inspire change in areas such as public places, housing, transportation, and more.
Most of us consider perennials when we think of plants that are great pollinators. Several annuals make great pollinator plants. There is a wide selection in both color and variety to satisfy almost any gardener. Some reseed themselves.
Annual Award Recognizes Those Who Make a Powerful Difference in Their Community
We are thrilled to announce that 11 projects in 8 Wisconsin cities, including Appleton, Darlington, Green Bay, Ladysmith, Madison, Milwaukee (four winning projects), Neillsville, and Sturgeon Bay (Door County), will receive 2025 AARP Community Challenge grants totaling a combined $103,500.
Presentations in northern and southwest Virginia were part of AARP Virginia's programming during Brain Health Awareness Month in June.
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The free expo attracts thousands of guests every year and features speakers, interactive activities, health screenings, live entertainment, raffles, and games. Outside, hundreds of people participate in the drive-thru shred event.
Vermont Homes for All Toolkit provides statewide support for Missing Middle housing.
Loneliness and social isolation are not just emotional challenges; they are public health crises that significantly impact the well-being of older adults. Recognizing the gravity of this issue, AARP is backing the Improving Measurements for Loneliness and Isolation Act. This federal bill aims to develop standardized definitions and measurements for loneliness and isolation, paving the way for effective solutions.
AARP Florida volunteer Alicia Ramirez is a passionate fraud fighter after experiencing credit card fraud firsthand.
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