AARP Texas

Rosalinda Martinez of Houston, TX has been named Director of Community Strategy for the nationwide nonprofit’s Texas operations. Rosalinda previously served as Associate State Director of Outreach and Advocacy for the Houston team. Rosalinda has been with the AARP Texas team for 2.5 years, during which time she has led Hispanic/Latino outreach efforts, caregiver support programming, and developed new opportunities for volunteer leadership in Houston. In her new role, Martinez will lead a team of four staff and hundreds of volunteers in Austin and Houston.

Calling all San Antonio Missions fans: Your Class AA 2022 baseball season is about to get even better, with $2 Tuesdays, presented by AARP. The discount, offered to anyone attending and not just AARP members, is on tap for all 11 Tuesday home games during the April-to-September Missions season.

Learn new ways to whip up tasty meals with cooking classes, presented by AARP in Houston, that feature prickly pear and a nutritious ancient grain.

AARP Texas is working to bridge the digital divide. Those without access to high-speed internet tend to be older adults living in rural areas, regions that also lack access to health care.

AARP Texas Communications Intern Marina Garcia reflects on her experience at AARP and how the association fights for older Texans and their families.

AARP is partnering with Dallas-based nonprofit Better Block Foundation to offer online blueprints for public structures specifically designed for older adults.

Older Americans are experiencing a variety of financial concerns in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. From having enough income to pay bills and managing health care costs to the rising costs of inflation and saving for retirement, Americans 50-plus have a lot to worry about.

AARP Texas and America Walks are sponsoring a Texas State Walking College, a five-month fellowship beginning in May for the Austin and San Antonio areas.

Physical activity can transform someone into the best shape of their life and live a healthier lifestyle. Constant activity can also help individuals in other facets of their life and well-being.

The public can provide input as Texas develops a broadband development plan and expands high-speed internet access, which is crucial for many older Texans.