As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
Gerre Currie, AARP Tennessee's volunteer state president, is an example of how volunteering with AARP is not just about staffing an event — it’s about putting unique experiences and professional skills to use in meaningful ways.
The caregiving journey is challenging, but you don't have to do it alone. Each Monday in November, AARP Tennessee will host a special online workshop called Connected In Caregiving, which will provide tips, guidance and support for caregivers of all kinds.
Summer heat can wreak havoc on your wallet. Home utility bills can easily get out of control. Check out these 10 tips on how you can SAVE MONEY and keep your home energy efficient.
To help more residents get high-speed internet across the state, AARP Tennessee and others are researching the best ways to deploy new federal funds included in last year’s bipartisan infrastructure bill.
Roughly 79,000 fraud cases were reported in the state last year—totaling $62.6 million in losses—with fraud reports generally on the rise over the past five years.
NASHVILLE — This year, major wireless carriers will shut down their third generation (3G) networks, making older cell phones and devices, including home security and medical alert systems, useless. This will impact many older adults in Tennessee and millions across the country who use mobile phones from 2012 or earlier. As a result, people with devices that rely on 3G will no longer be able to make or receive calls and texts, including calls to 911, or use data service. (Learn more)