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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 1, 2025
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.
NOV 1, 2025
Gerre Currie, AARP Tennessee's volunteer state president, is an example of how volunteering with AARP is not just about staffing an event — it’s about putting unique experiences and professional skills to use in meaningful ways.
AARP Community Challenge grants will help improve sidewalk mobility, improve public spaces and prepare for emergencies.
AARP Minnesota fought for two significant changes to benefits for workers: a state-facilitated retirement savings program and a paid family and medical leave program.
As Chittenden County’s district coordinator for the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program, Philip Soltau, 77, is this year’s recipient of the AARP Andrus Award for Community Service in Vermont.
Rhode Island communities are committed to becoming more livable for all ages, as more localities join the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. Barrington, East Providence, New Shoreham and Pawtucket are the most recent additions to the network in 2025.
Kentucky’s 2026 legislative session begins Tuesday, Jan. 6, in Frankfort, and AARP Kentucky and its volunteers will be actively engaged throughout to champion the interests of older residents.
AARP Iowa will partner with Senior Planet from AARP in December for online training to help older adults use technology. The following webinars will be Tuesdays at noon:
To observe National Diabetes Month in November, AARP Michigan is making available an on-demand broadcast of its three-part “Demystifying Diabetes” series.
The Net Equity Program requires broadband internet providers to offer high-speed internet service to eligible households — those that qualify for Medicaid or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program — for no more than $40 per month, including taxes and fees.
AARP Arkansas will host a disaster preparedness webinar on Tuesday, Dec. 9, with SBP, a national nonprofit that began in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
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