On Wednesday, June 25, hundreds of AARP volunteers and staff from all 50 states descended on Capitol Hill with one powerful message for lawmakers: protect what matters most to older Americans.
AARP is launching a nationwide movement, I Am A Caregiver. To many lawmakers, America’s millions of caregivers are invisible. Yet, these family caregivers hold up a broken long-term care system, which is why AARP is looking for your help.
For years, third-party energy retailers have been persuading Maryland consumers to switch suppliers, offering initial utility rates that seemed like a bargain, along with gift cards and other incentives.
Assisted living facilities that offer memory care must now employ specialized staff trained in handling dementia patients, under a new law supported by AARP Delaware.
Omaha residents will have more affordable housing options to choose from following recent zoning changes that make it easier to build accessory dwelling units.
Eight Georgia entities awarded grants this year through AARP’s Community Challenge program, which funds quick-action projects to help make communities more livable. Nationally, AARP awarded $3.8 million in grants for 343 projects aimed at improving public spaces, housing and transportation, among other goals.
Six entities around the state this year received AARP Community Challenge grants—totaling $61,050. The program funds local projects to improve public spaces, housing, transportation and civic engagement, among other goals. Nationally, AARP awarded $3.8 million in grants for 343 projects.
Eight Illinois entities received 2024 AARP Community Challenge grants, totaling just over $60,000. The grants fund projects aimed at improving public spaces, housing, transit and civic engagement, among other goals. Nationally, AARP awarded $3.8 million in grants for 343 projects this year.
As a retired IT specialist, William April has an insider’s understanding of computer security. And for the past six years, he has taken that expertise—along with his big smile and booming voice—on the road for AARP Vermont, delivering fraud prevention presentations to groups across the state.
AARP Maine is looking for volunteers to help with fraud prevention presentations. Training is provided, so no experience is necessary. You’ll be able to team up with other local fraud fighters and law enforcement officials to help Mainers learn how to spot and avoid scams.