Sarah Lenz Lock, executive director for the Global Council on Brain Health, will discuss the latest research on environment and brain health as the keynote speaker at AARP Oregon’s 2021 Vital Aging conference in November.
AARP will offer a series of “Money Milestones” webinars and telephone town hall events this fall. The sessions will cover saving, investing, estate planning, and spotting and avoiding scams.
Now in its sixth year, New Knowledge Adventures (NKA) offers virtual continuing education classes for adults 50 and older. Lifelong learning is an important part of healthy aging, and the NKA program makes it accessible and free to all Idahoans.
AARP Nevada is seeking virtual volunteers—people who are either comfortable with technology like smartphones, computers and tablets or who are willing to learn to use these devices to reach Nevadans across the state.
AARP New York is advocating for a state tax credit for family caregivers and the federal Credit for Caring Act, which would provide a tax credit of up to $5,000 to offset costs such as home modifications, in-home care and transportation.
Take a walk on the safe side: Be an advocate for sidewalks, less dangerous crosswalks and properly timed traffic lights that enhance accessibility for all in your community.
2021 AARP Community Challenge grants are funding three quick-action projects, including Little Free Pantry locations, an art project in East Baltimore and an advocacy network focused on helping educate older residents about important financial issues.
Despite their extensive training, advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) are barred by Indiana law from prescribing routine drugs unless they work under a doctor’s supervision. AARP Indiana is urging state lawmakers to ease that restriction.