Advocacy

For years, third-party energy retailers have been persuading Maryland consumers to switch suppliers, offering initial utility rates that seemed like a bargain, along with gift cards and other incentives.

Omaha residents will have more affordable housing options to choose from following recent zoning changes that make it easier to build accessory dwelling units.

North Carolina officials have issued a comprehensive plan for aging that outlines steps state agencies should take to meet the needs of the state’s growing older population.

More than 140,000 Wyoming utility customers could see their electric bills rise if state regulators approve a 14.7 percent rate increase request by Rocky Mountain Power.

AARP Michigan is working to support the state’s 1.73 million family caregivers. It recently launched a new quarterly newsletter with caregiving tips and links to resources. Sign up at aarp.org/yes2email.

Assisted living facilities that offer memory care must now employ specialized staff trained in handling dementia patients, under a new law supported by AARP Delaware.

Analysis of Voter Participation Shows More Are Opting Out of Party Enrollment

On the Fourth of July, Sidney Williams of Brownsville sliced his hand while opening a vase. He needed urgent medical treatment. So, he visited a nearby emergency clinic after a friend called ahead to see if the clinic would accept his insurance.

Immerse yourself in the heartfelt and powerful stories of Michigan's family caregivers through "Voices of Michigan Caregivers," our interactive storytelling experience. With an estimated 1.73 million unpaid family caregivers in the state, this experience allows you to explore personal narratives that highlight the resilience, compassion and strength of those who dedicate their lives to caring for others. Discover the diverse challenges and daily balancing act of caregivers across Michigan. These stories represent just a small fraction of the countless caregivers making invaluable contributions with unwavering commitment.

RetireReady NJ is a new retirement savings program, created by the New Jersey Secure Choice Savings Program Act, a law AARP fought for to ensure you have a brighter and more secure financial future. Workers at all levels of earnings, education, and backgrounds can benefit from the ability to use RetireReady NJ to save for retirement.