As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—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.
Start the new year on the right foot with AARP Oklahoma-sponsored First Day Hikes at 14 Oklahoma state parks on New Year’s Day. This nationwide tradition, launched by state park systems, encourages people to begin the year with healthy outdoor activities and to keep the momentum going all year long.
Join the movement to make Anchorage a city for all ages! Age-Friendly Anchorage, sponsored by AARP Alaska, is a volunteer-powered effort to ensure everyone—no matter their age or ability—can live, work, play, and thrive in our community.
With fraud losses among older adults on the rise, AARP Virgin Islands is ramping up its efforts to educate residents and push for stronger laws to protect them.
The Boomers and Bikes program is one of a variety of activities AARP is offering this year to help older Missourians focus on their health and well-being as well as guided hikes, walking programs and online fitness classes.
Vermont officials have taken multiple steps over the last year to make the state more age-friendly—part of a 10-year roadmap called Age Strong Vermont.
Older voters will have a big say in the outcome of the primary on Tuesday, June 10. Issues on their agenda include property taxes and support for caregivers.
A fifth grader at Middlesboro Middle School won this year’s Grandparent of the Year essay contest, sponsored by AARP Kentucky and the Kentucky Retired Teachers Association.