Oklahoma has enacted the Elder Exploitation and Abuse Act, a groundbreaking law aimed at protecting vulnerable adults from financial, physical, and emotional abuse. Effective November 1, 2025, this legislation empowers victims and their legal representatives to pursue civil claims against abusers, including caretakers. The law allows for the recovery of punitive damages, attorney fees, and court-ordered access to records.
The AARP Massachusetts Advisory Council (AC) provides strategic direction for AARP at the state level. Each member brings uniquely valuable skills and experience to AARP.
EN ESPAÑOL | NEW YORK — AARP New York commends the reintroduction of the Credit for Caring Act, legislation that would provide financial relief to eligible working family caregivers. The bill, co-sponsored by U.S. Representatives Mike Lawler, Nicole Malliotakis and Ritchie Torres of New York, offers up to a $5,000 nonrefundable federal tax credit to help offset caregiving expenses, addressing the significant personal and financial sacrifices caregivers make to support their loved ones. On average, family caregivers spend over $7,200 annually —26% of their income — on out-of-pocket expenses.
IN ENGLISH | NUEVA YORK — AARP New York aplaude la reintroducción del proyecto de ley Credit for Caring Act, una legislación que proporcionaría alivio financiero a ciertos cuidadores familiares que trabajan. El proyecto de ley, copatrocinado por los representantes de Estados Unidos Mike Lawler, Nicole Malliotakis y Ritchie Torres de Nueva York, ofrece un crédito fiscal federal no reembolsable de hasta $5,000 para ayudar a compensar los gastos relacionados con la prestación de cuidados, abordando los significativos sacrificios personales y financieros que los cuidadores hacen para apoyar a sus seres queridos. En promedio, los cuidadores familiares gastan más de $7,200 anualmente —el 26% de sus ingresos— en gastos de su propio bolsillo.
13 communities across Massachusetts are getting a boost in their work to become more livable for residents of all ages. It's part of AARP's nationwide grant program
RALEIGH — Are you one of thousands of North Carolinians who are having a hard time getting a health appointment or even finding health care without having to travel great distances?