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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 20, 2025
Sorry, but your favorite Hollywood heart throb is not following you on social media and does not need a short-term loan from you.
NOV 20, 2025
Congratulations, Lt. Joan Martinez!
As director of the consumer protection and antitrust division for the North Dakota attorney general’s office for 30 years, Parrell Grossman always felt his work was more of a calling than a job.
AARP Indiana and other advocates in Fort Wayne want the city to update its Complete Streets policy — helping to make streets more accessible and safer for drivers, pedestrians, cyclists and public transit users.
In April, AARP Virginia is hosting a series of fraud prevention events to help older residents protect themselves against scams.
Jill Martin of Dover has seen first-hand how fraud can undermine someone’s self-esteem.
AARP Minnesota will inform residents about the change and promote AARP Smart Driver courses and other AARP Driver Safety programs during Traffic Safety Day at the Mall of America in May.
AARP presented volunteer Louis Frank Tompkins with the Andrus award in December.
Caregivers need information, but they also need to eat.
AARP Delaware has teamed up with Smart Growth America — a Washington-based nonprofit — on a project that both groups hope will lead to more transportation options and affordable housing in key areas of the state.
AARP Illinois is working with state lawmakers on steps to protect older adults against scams.
In 2024, consumers in Michigan reported fraud losses totaling $204 million — up from $60 million in 2020. To combat such fraud, AARP is organizing events and pushing for policies to help older adults learn about and prevent scams.
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