AARP Montana

Annual Award Recognizes Those Who Make a Powerful Difference in their Community

The goal of CAREversation is to openly discuss caregiving in the Virgin Islands, and the challenges caregivers face.

Troy De Chabert-Schuster, State Director for AARP Virgin Islands advocated for legislation that addresses critical issues affecting the USVI community: Bill 36-0021, which mandates that practitioners discuss specific information with patients before prescribing opioids, and Bill 36-0035, which establishes savings accounts for persons with disabilities.

Curbing cybercrime and fighting online fraud

Local officials in Delaware are warning consumers about a crime that could jeopardize their homes: deed fraud.

This year, AARP Michigan is urging state legislators to provide tax relief for family caregivers.

Becca R. Levy, a Yale University professor of public health and psychology, has found in her research that people who have taken in negative beliefs from society about aging are more likely to have health problems such as heart attacks, chronic stress, and walking and balance problems.

Under a state law that took effect in July 2024, Virginia's first responders – including dispatchers, firefighters and emergency medical personnel – must undergo training on how to recognize the signs of dementia and respond effectively to them.

AARP New York is encouraging voters to learn where the mayoral and City Council candidates stand on key issues, such as housing affordability, transportation and in-home services for older adults.

The Credit for Caring Act, which has gathered bipartisan support in both chambers of Congress, could give eligible caregivers a federal tax credit of up to $5,000.