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. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
As cryptocurrency grows in popularity, AARP Pennsylvania is urging Pennsylvanians to remain vigilant against scams that use the promise of quick profits—or the illusion of romance—to defraud consumers, often through anonymous crypto ATMs.