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TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey State Director Chris Widelo issued the following statement today following release of the New Jersey Office of the State Comptroller’s report on South Jersey Extended Care’s financial fraud and poor care:

Many of us probably already know that eating right and exercising can help us live healthier as we age. But we may know less about how isolation, purpose, and one’s perceptions of aging can impact our health and longevity. In her new book, “The Second Fifty: Answers to the 7 Big Questions of Midlife and Beyond,” author Debra Whitman explores the surprising factors that determine life expectancy, revealing that those who view aging positively live 7.5 years longer than those with negative attitudes.

State Director Jenny Carlson shares her caregiving journey, invites Ohio caregivers to share their stories, and explains how AARP Ohio is fighting for Ohio's 1.5 million family caregivers.

In a remarkable milestone, AARP Oklahoma Pittsburg County Chapter #1867 has been recognized for 50 years of dedicated service to the community. This outstanding chapter has consistently demonstrated a commitment to serving others, embodying the true spirit of AARP’s mission.

This event was an opportunity for the northern Virginia community to learn about AARP’s priorities for 2025, and explain how community members can help join the advocacy effort for these changes.

AARP Massachusetts has issued a call to action to state legislators, urging them to address significant funding shortfalls in the Fiscal Year 2025 budget that threaten vital home care services for older adults.

Many Older Montanans Face Mental Health Challenges

You’d think that a group of retirees would spend their time on the Florida beaches, but not this crew!