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AARP Kentucky is now accepting applications for the 2026 AARP Community Challenge grant program through March 4, 2026, at 5 p.m. ET. In its tenth year, the program will award more than $8 million nationwide to fund quick‑action projects that help make communities more livable for people of all ages.
Craig Nicholson, a 66-year-old Army veteran and first vice commander of the Kentucky branch of the National Association for Black Veterans, needed heart and kidney transplants two years ago.
Fortunately, he and his wife, Judy Nicholson, both AARP veteran volunteers in Kentucky, knew exactly where to look for support: a booklet produced by AARP called the “AARP Veterans and Military Families Caregiver Guide.”
Fortunately, he and his wife, Judy Nicholson, both AARP veteran volunteers in Kentucky, knew exactly where to look for support: a booklet produced by AARP called the “AARP Veterans and Military Families Caregiver Guide.”
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.
No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the process easier
As the year winds down and the season of giving sets in, many people look to support causes they care about—but telling a legitimate charity from a fake one can be tough. While reputable organizations make their year-end push for donations, criminals also take advantage of this opportunity to line their own pockets.
For some family caregivers, the holidays can be a joyful time when spirits are lighter. It feels good to care for loved ones and enjoy being together, celebrating with family traditions. But for many the holidays also bring added stress. Caregivers are already busy, and there’s even more to do during the holidays. Something’s gotta give!
During the 2026 state legislative session, AARP Iowa plans to engage in legislation across several key areas, including consumer protection, fraud prevention, financial security, long-term care, energy and livable communities.
On Tuesday, December 16, 2025, AARP Indiana hosted a telephone town hall about what Hoosiers can do to make our medical system more age-friendly and how they can advocate for themselves when receiving care.
Concord Television's Senior Speak NH January 2026 edition, hosted by AARP NH Dan Wise, takes a look tips for charitable giving and confronting myths about non-profits with Alan Cantor.
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If you just got your heating bill and need some help paying it, you may want to look into the Massachusetts Home Energy Assistance Program. It helps people with heating bills. You may qualify and not realize it.
Updated AARP Livability Index™ platform informs and encourages local leaders to take action to make their communities great places to live for people of all ages
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Savings will help people struggling with high drug prices and improve access to life-saving medications for Medicare Part D enrollees.
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