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The following post was submitted by Linda Avery, State Coordinator for the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program in Connecticut.

AARP Delaware and the YMCA of Delaware have teamed up to deliver health education and diabetes prevention, aimed at improving the health and well-being of Delawareans age 50+ and their families. The partnership is part of a national effort, whereby the two organizations will work together to reach a variety of cultures and communities with information about preventing diabetes and staying healthy.

By Tom Scherberger

Caregiving is stressful under the best of circumstances, and transitions such as receiving a diagnosis, moving a loved one or facing end-of-life decisions can be daunting.

New Orleanians want to know where their candidates stand on issues that directly affect them, from safe side walks and streets to better housing and transportation options.

Chapter Advisory Team members needed! OVE is recruiting volunteers to serve on the Chapter Advisory Team (CAT). Through this group, OVE will increase awareness of and responses to the opportunities, promising practices and challenges experienced by AARP Chapters.

Whether it is the rhythm that moves you or the poetic nature of the songs, salsa music has a rhythm and passion of its own. AARP celebrates this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month by taking a closer look at the sights and sounds of SALSA!

AARP Connecticut members can save money and support local, nonprofit educational and cultural venues throughout the year, including at The Bushnell theater in Hartford. As part of a special offer, AARP members and their guests can save on select performances of two poplar shows at the theater in October: Les Misérables and School of Rock.

By Elissa McCool

Filipino World War II veterans and surviving family members are being urged to register so they can receive long-overdue recognition of their service during the War in the Pacific.