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AARP Tennessee staff and volunteers are saddened to share that we have lost a dear friend, colleague and community leader, former AARP Tennessee State President Donna Dean.

Tennessee Veterans Need Your Help!

Join us in Clarksville, Tennessee, from September 13 - 16, 2017, to celebrate the service and sacrifice of veterans from across the years, miles and conflicts. This is a time of reflection, remembrance and reunion. Welcome Home, powered by AARP is a four-day event that offers something for everyone!

AARP Tennessee has teamed up with AARP Kentucky to cosponsor the third annual Welcome Home festival for veterans Sept. 13-16 in Clarksville. The Volunteer State is home to more than 500,000 veterans, and Clarksville is home to Fort Campbell, one of the largest Army bases in the nation.

The IMPROVE Act, a policy proposed by Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam, has passed the state legislature. This bill, which became law on July 1, 2017, will have a significant impact on the entire state. The main premise behind the IMPROVE Act is to generate funding for transportation infrastructure projects, many of which are critical to the viability of rural communities across the state.

By Hollie Deese

Join us for AARP Weekend at Chaffin’s Barn!

Are you up for a challenge? AARP Foundation is leading a Summer of Service to Seniors — and the next stop is Memphis!

AARP Tennessee Seeks Nominees for 2017 Andrus Award for Community Service

There’s a lot to see and do in Nashville, but getting around is not so easy for residents who no longer drive. That’s why AARP Tennessee has joined a coalition developing Senior Ride Nashville, an assisted ride service that will provide affordable transportation for residents 60 and older. Clients will pay a small annual membership fee and prepay for low-cost rides.