There is a mix of perennials and shrubs that should not be pruned before winter. Keep in mind that any pruning on a plant encourages growth. Pruning stimulates a growth hormone called an auxin. If you prune the top of a rose cane, it will stimulate growth below the pruned section. Pruning in late fall or winter is risky. The environmental temperatures will not support growth.
Join AARP California as we celebrate local black leaders in California and see how they’ve made a difference in their communities. Lillian Adams is a board member and former president of the North County African American Women’s Association in San Diego. NCAAWA is dedicated to providing a support network through education, health awareness, and life skills programs for women and girls in San Diego North County to increase their self-sufficiency.
Lace up your walking shoes! AARP Indiana is calling all members and friends to join us and the Indianapolis Cultural Trail once a month for a morning of connection and light exercise.
AARP Massachusetts backs a Mass Senate bill that would make drug companies and pharmacy benefit managers act more transparently when it comes to pharmaceutical costs.
AARP Delaware volunteer Laura Gendreau is Secretary of the Delaware Hispanic Commission and Director of Stand by Me, a financial empowerment program affiliated with the United Way of Delaware. We sat down with Laura to chat about her passion for community service, why she chose to volunteer with AARP, and how the experience has empowered her to better serve Delawareans.
The move to enact a $1500 Family caregiver tax credit in Massachusetts went before another hearing Tuesday June 6. This time, it was the Massachusetts Joint Committee on Revenue. AARP Massachusetts State Director Mike Festa testified in favor of the bill. AARP volunteers Nancy Stehfest and Yvonne Powell, who are both family caregivers, testified as well.
Each year on June 15, AARP Florida recognizes World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) by participating in events across the state that share resources, spread awareness, and help prevent elder abuse.
As part of the fight against fraud and identity theft, AARP Idaho is offering a FREE shredding opportunity on July 11 at the Hispanic Cultural Center of Idaho in Nampa. The event takes place from 10:00am – 1:00pm or until the trucks are full. Consumers can bring up to 15 boxes apiece, but please, no businesses.