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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
Jan Wilberg worked for decades in social service agencies and as a nonprofit consultant before retiring in 2018 to spend more time as a volunteer with various Milwaukee organizations. She received the 2024 AARP Andrus Award for Community Service, the state’s top volunteer honor.
OCT 31, 2025
AARP Wisconsin was one of three groups invited to speak at the first meeting of the Speaker’s Task Force on Elder Services on Oct. 30, which focused on scams and fraud prevention information.
We know how impactful $1,000 can be. This is our way of extending some seed money to get these projects off the ground. Next deadline: September 27, 2025.
OCT 28, 2025
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.
Find free online and in-person local events designed with you in mind. Discover fun exercise classes, healthy cooking demos, helpful workshops, and more.
While the recent announcement of a 2.8% cost-of-living (COLA) adjustment for Social Security is great news for all Wisconsinites on the program, we know that more can be done to help our state’s residents age with dignity, purpose, and financial security during these difficult economic times.
At AARP Wisconsin, we believe that everyone should have the power to choose how they live as they age. That belief drives our work, and it’s also why we’re inviting you to join us as a volunteer. Whether you have five minutes or five hours a month, there’s a place for you in our growing network of changemakers across the state.
Wisconsin ranks worst in the nation for falls-related deaths. But we can change that.
The Madison Housing Coalition is proud to announce the return of Madison Housing Week, a week-long series of events and discussions focused on housing issues, innovation, and accessibility in our community. Now through Saturday, October 25, residents are invited to participate in daily in-person sessions across the city and virtual lunchtime events designed to spark dialogue and inspire action.
The newly formed Speaker's Task Force on Elder Services will meet several times this session and will ultimately make legislative recommendations.
We talked about AI, cryptocurrency, and some common scams. Find information about local resources and a Q&A recap in this blog.
SB 375 would make Milwaukee’s roads safer for drivers and pedestrians who walk, bike, and use other modes of transportation.
We are very excited to announce that AARP’s Office of Community Engagement is bringing Luminous Life, a transformative campaign designed to empower African American women ages 45–65 through curated resources in hair care, health, and wealth management, to Milwaukee on Oct. 25.
We invite all of you to join us in welcoming Raj Shukla of Madison as our new State Director of AARP Wisconsin. Raj joins our incredible team of staff and volunteers after serving as President and CEO of River Network.
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