The AARP Andrus Award for Community Service is an annual awards program developed to honor individuals whose service is a unique and valuable contribution to society.
The iconic Smokey Bear turns 81 this year, and we will celebrate his birthday with gusto. We hear that Smokey Bear will appear for pictures and “paw-tographs” at Sequoyah, Lake Murray and Roman Nose State Parks. The celebration activities include a scavenger hunt, arts and crafts, games, prizes and giveaways, and a special fire prevention demonstration by Smokey Bear and the U.S. Forest Service.
For nine decades, Social Security has been a stable and reliable foundation of retirement security for millions of Americans, and we believe it must remain that way for generations to come.
AARP Oklahoma grants eight Community Challenge awards to assist residents of all ages, particularly older adults, in enhancing their living experiences, mobility, and connections within their neighborhoods.
In this edition of Concord TV's Senior Speak NH with host AARP Volunteer Dan Wise, you'll hear from Executive Director of the NH State Commission on Aging Lily Wellington.
Through July 15, 2025, AARP Nebraska is accepting nominations for its 2025 Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors a Nebraskan age 50-plus who shares their experience, talent, and skills to enrich their community and enhance the lives of its residents.
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.
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.