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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.
Multidisciplinary artist Jonathon Stalls is teaming up with AARP Rhode Island, America Walks, community groups and elected officials for a series of walk audits in Providence. The goal is to identify where accessibility and pedestrian safety can be improved.
Across the Northeast, AARP state offices are currently recruiting new volunteers to serve in a variety of roles. And those who volunteer now say their work—on everything from fraud prevention to legislative advocacy—is highly rewarding.
AARP Rhode Island is building a trained team of fraud prevention volunteers to help raise awareness about scams targeting older adults across the Ocean State.
Elizabeth Howlett, 67, spent her career immersed in the nitty-gritty details of health care policy—from her stint as a state senator to her eight years as Rhode Island’s lieutenant governor.
Accessory dwelling units, such as backyard cottages or in-law suites, are often touted as a good housing option for older adults who want to age in place.
Published in the March, 2023 AARP Bulletin
In the upcoming legislative session, AARP Rhode Island will advocate for the creation of a retirement program that would be managed in a public-private partnership between the state government and the private sector.
Rhode Island’s Tuesday, Sept. 13, primaries will determine which candidates appear on the general election ballot in November.
AARP Rhode Island wants everyone to experience the joy and health benefits of dancing. That’s why it is offering Everybody Dance! Discover the Power of Movement, a free virtual event at 1 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month through December.
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