Advocacy

On the Fourth of July, Sidney Williams of Brownsville sliced his hand while opening a vase. He needed urgent medical treatment. So, he visited a nearby emergency clinic after a friend called ahead to see if the clinic would accept his insurance.

By Mark Hollis

AARP Texas today announced that Olivia “Ollie” Besteiro has been selected as the recipient of the 2016 AARP Texas Andrus Award for Community Service. Named after AARP founder Ethel Percy Andrus, the award is given in recognition of those who embody the association’s goal of bringing lifetimes of experience and leadership to serve all generations.

Asking a loved one to move into a nursing home is a difficult decision, and choosing the right home can be an emotional task. Before settling on a facility, experts say it’s a good idea to visit several and to use a checklist based on your observations.

Texas voters will find 14 propositions to amend the state constitution on the Nov. 7 ballot.

On Tuesday, Nov. 4, voters in the City of Austin will go to the polls to select a new mayor.

In recognition of his work during the 2017 Regular Texas Legislative Session, state Sen. Kelly Hancock (R-North Richland Hills) has been presented a Texas Legislative Leadership Award from AARP Texas, a nonpartisan, nonprofit advocacy organization for older Texans.

New Poll Asks 50-Plus Texans their views on where things are headed and if Texas is ready for an aging population

AARP Texas recently hosted an online conversation with Beth Osborne, director of Transportation for America.

Texas has submitted a 131-page vision for the future of broadband in Texas.