AARP Bulletin

A recent AARP survey found that more than 54 percent of Rhode Islanders age 45 and older would consider building an accessory dwelling unit on their property to give loved ones a space of their own. One of AARP Rhode Island’s top 2022 General Assembly priorities is to make it easier to add an ADU by reducing or eliminating zoning requirements and other barriers.

One of AARP Rhode Island’s most popular virtual offerings is its monthly Healthy Cooking series, featuring Newport chef Mary Weaver.

AARP Connecticut and AARP Rhode Island have combined forces to offer the AARP Zero Isolation program, which began as a pilot in 2020.

Did you miss out on a virtual program? Now you can catch up with the AARP Rhode Island Replay Center at aarp.org/RIReplays.

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Throughout the current session of the General Assembly, AARP Rhode Island has worked with community partners and legislators to introduce and support legislation affecting residents who are 50-plus.

AARP Rhode Island encourages family caregivers to check out its new “Guide for Caring for Older Adults in Rhode Island.”

Every year, AARP Rhode Island kicks off the legislative session with a reception at the State House that gives members a chance to meet with lawmakers.

To reach Rhode Islanders during the pandemic, AARP Rhode Island has hit the airwaves with weekly live appearances on local radio stations.

Physical distancing and stay-at-home orders during the coronavirus pandemic have made it harder for people to stay in touch, but AARP Community Connections can help.