AARP is launching a nationwide movement, I Am A Caregiver. To many lawmakers, America’s millions of caregivers are invisible. Yet, these family caregivers hold up a broken long-term care system, which is why AARP is looking for your help.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, by 2034 the nation will have more people age 65 or older than under 18. By 2060, nearly 1 in 4 people in the United States will be at least 65 years old. Those aren't just fun facts. They are a wake-up call for communities to start planning for a future where aging well is the norm, not the exception.
Vice President Kamala Harris leads former President Donald Trump by 2 points among voters overall, while Trump leads Harris by 8 points with voters 50 and older. Sen. Casey leads Dave McCormick by 4 points among voters overall but McCormick holds a 5-point lead with older voters.
Usually a treat for children, Halloween is one of the most dangerous nights of the year. AARP Montana offers tips to stay safe with a downloadable tip sheet.
With Maine being the state with the oldest population in the country, reminding our elected leaders in Washington that we're paying attention is step one to preserving vital programs and making our voices heard.
AARP traveled across Iowa on a “Cruisin’ for Caregivers” RV tour to hear from all eight candidates for Congress on how they plan to support unpaid family caregivers. In each district, the candidate met with a family caregiver to learn more about their challenges and discuss potential solutions.