With nearly 2.5 million members in Texas, AARP Texas strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to older Texans and their families, including health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment.
Charlotte McKenzie, an accomplished business and civic leader residing in Frisco, will serve as the AARP Texas State President, the organization’s top volunteer leadership position in the state.
Esta es la temporada para celebrar. Para muchos, las celebraciones incluyen el alcohol, tamales, buñuelos y comidas azucaradas. Este año, el coronavirus está complicando las cosas. Sabemos que las condiciones preexistentes como la obesidad, las enfermedades cardíacas, las enfermedades autoinmunes y la diabetes Tipo 2 hacen que la infección por coronavirus sea aún más peligrosa.
For decades, Don and Rebecca Martin – and their team of 15 AARP Tax-Aide volunteers – have selflessly served their Longview community by helping residents tackle the daunting task of filing taxes.
As many struggle with what to buy that particular person for the holidays, others face the struggle of deciding whether to leave the lights on or put food on the table. As the pandemic worsens, many food insecurities may be on the rise. Many of those hit hard are ages 50+.
In a Texas Bullhorn conversation, Charles Cascio outlined AARP Texas' policy priorities this year, including the nursing home crisis, food insecurity, social security and more.
A glimpse of the 2021 AARP Texas legislative agenda, which includes advocacy related to nursing homes and other long-term care facilities and a host of consumer-related issues.
A committed advocate and mentor, Dr. Charlotte Travis has devoted decades to serving children, teachers and retirees. Along with two other Texans, Travis received this year's AARP Texas Andrus Award for Community Service.
We at AARP Texas know that taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for your well-being. Implementing exercise in your lifestyle is one way to achieve good health, and it is easier than you think. The best part is that you do not have you leave your home to get a good workout. AARP Texas offers free virtual events that will get you up and moving. If you are in the mood to try something new, join our virtual Tai Chi classes in English and Spanish.