As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. In Wyoming, Governor Gordon has declared a public welfare emergency to ensure that food assistance continues (for now), but this can still put pressure on local organizations and food banks dedicated to feeding hungry Wyomingites.
The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed a landmark bill creating its first-ever Caregiver Commission—during National Family Caregivers Month. AARP MA thanks legislators for championing the 1.4M caregivers across the Commonwealth
You're Invited! In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, AARP California invites you to our Second Annual Women of Color Conference in San Diego. This gathering explores the realities of aging and end-of-life with honesty and compassion — from putting together your “Just in Case” documents to navigating caregiving and making choices that reflect your values.
[LOS ANGELES] — New AARP caregiving data released today, Caregiving in the U.S. 2025: Caring Across States, finds that 23 percent of adults in California — more than seven million people — are family caregivers, providing largely unpaid and unsupported care to older parents, spouses, and other loved ones.