As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older Georgians—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
Hoping to approach Medicare decisions with more confidence? This is where AARP can help. Medicare enrollment can seem complicated, but understanding your personal needs and priorities can help you make informed decisions.
Public Night Hearings give people an opportunity to share their views directly with the Public Service Commission of South Carolina. Below is everything you need to know if you plan to testify.
When Sandra C. Dillard became the first Black woman journalist at The Denver Post in 1972, she sometimes faced racism — like the time a doctor refused to be interviewed by her. But she didn’t let such incidents dampen her ambition.
Two AARP Community Challenge grants helped develop a new plaza with a monarch butterfly statue to let community members relax, socialize and hear each other’s stories.
There are around 60 AARP Texas volunteers who use their voices and lived experiences to drive change at the local, state and federal levels. And AARP is looking for more Texans to join them.
In August, 1.2 million New Yorkers were more than 60 days behind in their utility payments, owing $1.8 billion. AARP NY supports two bills that call for stronger and more accessible consumer representation.
During the 2026 legislative session, which begins in January, AARP Maine and its volunteers will be working in person at the State House as well as virtually on issues important to residents 50 and older.
AARP Minnesota fought for two significant changes to benefits for workers: a state-facilitated retirement savings program and a paid family and medical leave program.
AARP Arkansas will host a disaster preparedness webinar on Tuesday, Dec. 9, with SBP, a national nonprofit that began in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.