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News and resources helping Kentuckians to live their best life
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.”
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
Medicare can be confusing—whether you're approaching retirement, supporting a loved one, or navigating Open Enrollment.
The Speaker's Task Force on Elder Services has held three meetings, and cryptocurrency kiosks were discussed at all of them.
22% of Alaska adults provide care, spotlighting the urgent need for action to support family caregivers. Here's what AARP Alaska is doing to help.
enate Bill 968 would establish a right to counsel for low-income residents facing eviction, and AARP Massachusetts sent a letter to lawmakers advocating for its passage.
Caregiving can be complicated, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Planning is the most important aspect of caregiving that will assist caregivers as their loved ones’ age. If planned correctly, older adults will have much input in the decisions concerning them. At a recent AARP Virginia webinar, participants were reminded that it is a process, and having the right tools will make the process less complicated.
At AARP, we constantly track the latest fraud scams to stay one step ahead of scammers. According to the FBI’s most recent Elder Fraud Report, elder fraud complaints to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center increased by 46%, and associated losses increased by 43% in 2024. New York had the fourth highest number of complaints filed by people over the age of 60, and is the fourth highest in monetary losses in this age group, according to the FBI data.
On behalf of our more than 237,000 members, AARP Utah is working to pass legislation and support policies that empower all Utahns to choose how they live as they age.
Join us for Luminous Life, an interactive event designed to celebrate and uplift African American women. This event will feature inspiring speakers on caring for your crown, maximizing your health, and building your wealth. You will leave feeling inspired and empowered with information and resources to live a luminous life.
Find national and Maine-based resources to help veterans and their families access health care, benefits, crisis support, and caregiving tools
As we head into the season of gratitude, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible community we’ve built together and say thank you.
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