AARP Alaska and partners successfully advocated for a $2.5 million increase for senior community-based grants to ensure the continued delivery of critical support services to help older Alaskans remain independent in their homes.
An emergency can hit at a moment’s notice – whether it’s a natural disaster like flooding, wildfires or high winds, or a personal emergency like a house fire.
“When an emergency hits, adrenaline kicks in making it hard to think straight,” said Joseph Roybal Sanchez, AARP New Mexico State Director. “You may only have minutes to get your family, your pets and yourself to safety.”
Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older adults? AARP has a local presence in Ohio to help people age 50+ to amplify their voice, share resources, and support each other where they live. AARP volunteers help Ohioans thrive in communities across the state.
Thousands of family caregivers in Iowa now have easier access to critical support, thanks to a major expansion of the Caregiver Support Program from AARP and United Way Worldwide.
The 2025 Age-Friendly Oregon Summit brings together policy makers, advocates for older adults and people with disability, livability and intergenerational advocates, and diverse Oregonians interested in making Oregon a great place for people of all ages and abilities.
Nearly 2 million Ohioans do not have access to a retirement savings plan at work. AARP Ohio supports HB 501, which would create a joint committee to study and report on state-facilitated options to improve access to workplace retirement savings programs for workers in the private sector.
AARP Arizona's Community Education Program covers essential topics such as fraud prevention, social security, medicare and more to inform the 50-plus community. This program guided by passionate AARP Arizona volunteers has continued to evolve and impact the community.
Join AARP Oklahoma and Healthy Living Norman for a presentation that will arm you with the latest data on fraud trends and provide tips and resources to protect yourself and your family.
Distracted driving unfortunately continues to be a big issue on our roads. According to the most recent National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHSTA) data from 2021, 13% of reported motor-vehicle crashes were the result of distracted driving. These useful tips and resources from AARP Driver Safety will help you eliminate distractions and stay safe when behind the wheel.
As we delve into the summer of 2024, it's imperative that we gear up for the challenges that lie ahead. Initial predictions by national experts foresee a potentially record year in terms of named storms, which makes it all the more important to be prepared.
The Indiana Emergency Medical Services Commission has approved more than 30 community paramedicine programs offered by public and private concerns that cover all or parts of more than 50 of the state’s counties.