People of all ages, fitness levels, and backgrounds are welcome to these free, ongoing events. After a brief health discussion from a healthcare provider, participants will spend the rest of the time enjoying a healthy walk at their own pace. They are encouraged to ask health questions and socialize with others in a fun, relaxed setting.
We applaud Governor Murphy for signing bipartisan legislation that will change Medicaid’s eligibility process, so seniors aren’t forced into nursing homes while waiting for Medicaid approval.
AARP Virginia advocates will fight for a prescription drug affordability board, ask lawmakers to give family caregivers a tax break and work to improve the quality of care for nursing home residents when legislators come to town on Wednesday.
Virginia’s nursing homes are beset by inadequate staffing levels and mediocre quality, according to a new AARP scorecard on long-term care. Addressing these deficiencies will be a top priority for AARP Virginia during this year’s state legislative session, which gets underway in January.
As the new session of the Arizona State Legislature gets underway, AARP Arizona is planning to focus its advocacy efforts on legislation to strengthen oversight of long-term care facilities, boost affordable housing options and prevent homelessness.