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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.
NOV 6, 2025
Be entertained—but not deceived.
NOV 6, 2025
During AARP Florida's Lead Volunteer Meeting, we proudly announced Cheryl Jefferson as the recipient of the 2025 Tess Canja Award for Exceptional Volunteerism – AARP Florida’s highest volunteer honor. Cheryl is an AARP Florida Executive Councilmember and AARP Jacksonville Lead Volunteer.
New Data Show 30% Of Adults In Kansas Provide Care, Spotlighting Urgent Need for Action to Support Family Caregivers
New Data Show 28% Of Adults In Utah Provide Care, Spotlighting Urgent Need for Action to Support Family Caregivers
New Data Show 34% Of Adults In Mississippi Provide Care, Spotlighting Urgent Need for Action to Support Family Caregivers
New AARP caregiving data released today, Caregiving in the U.S. 2025: Caring Across States, finds that 24% of adults in Indiana — approximately 1.2 million people — are family caregivers, providing largely unpaid and unsupported care to older parents, spouses, and other loved ones. The data can be found here.
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a chance to recognize the contributions, commitment, and sacrifices made every day by the 140,091 caregivers in North Dakota alone.
Recognizing Louisiana’s 973,000 unsung heroes, and urging lawmakers to better support them
With November designated as National Family Caregivers Month, now is a great time to shine a bright light on the incredible work that these unsung heroes perform every day in an effort to keep their loved ones living in their own homes and communities as long as possible.
AARP calls on state and federal policymakers to take action to support them
Honoring Minnesota’s 931,000 Caregivers
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a chance to recognize the contributions, commitment, and sacrifices made by America’s 63 million family caregivers every single day.
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