Community

AARP Utah celebrated our 2024 Volunteer Recognition & Andrus Award Ceremony this year at the Viridian Event Center in West Jordan.

Long-time volunteer Linda from Orono tells us why she enjoys her volunteer experience

Hosted by AARP Tennessee State Director Mia McNeil, AARP Connected — an interview-style program — addresses issues important to Tennesseans, from fighting fraud and helping caregivers to supporting veterans and improving brain health.

Tips to engage the brain and stay sharp as we age

Monmouth and Independence both joined the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities within the past year. Oregon now has 13 communities in the network.

Craig Kadooka, a retired physician and founder of the Walk with a Doc program in Hilo, has a simple goal: to get people to be more active. “The first step is walking,” he says.

Ten entities in New York won AARP Community Challenge grants, totaling $96,000. The grants are part of AARP’s Livable Communities initiative; they fund quick-turnaround projects aimed at making areas more livable for people of all ages.

With people staying healthy and active longer, communities have to adapt. There’ll be need for more safe, walkable streets, better housing and transportation options, and opportunities for civic engagement. The AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities gives cities guidance on how to reach their goals in becoming great places for people of all ages.

On Sunday, September 15th, AARP Pima County volunteers participated in the annual Sunnyside School District Foundation Burrito Run at Mission Manor Park. With the 2024 presidential election approaching, volunteers engaged with over 300 community members, highlighting the importance of paying attention to candidates who prioritize Social Security and caregiving in their campaigns. Community members, particularly in South Tucson's predominantly Hispanic/Latino community, expressed their support and appreciation for AARP Arizona's advocacy on these critical issues.

No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the process easier