Health & Wellbeing

House Bill 2589 by Representative Donna Howard would improve access to medical power of attorney documents.

Texas legislators can protect medically vulnerable people in their homes and in long-term care facilities.

Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick were sworn into office for their third terms this week. The top Republican leaders outlined ideas for the next four years. Meanwhile, leaders in the state House and Senate unveiled spending plans for the state’s 2024-2025 biennium.

Texans receiving benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) should prepare for reduced payments starting in March. February will be the last month of SNAP Emergency Allotments,

If you think someone is having a stroke, the watchword is BE FAST. But what if you’re a Spanish speaker? Then it’s AHORA.

Nearing the two-year anniversary of the deadly winter storm that led to power outages for millions of Texans, AARP Texas is pushing for reforms to help protect residents during natural disasters.

AARP Austin in partnership Safe Streets Austin has helped create public spaces designed for residents of all ages, abilities and needs. The "Healthy Streets" initiative, allowed for the closing of a 10-mile stretch of Austin's roads to vehicles so that it would be open to walkers and cyclists. This temporary pandemic closure has now become permanent. AARP continues to fight for a healthier Austin.

Amid growing food insecurity, during the holidays, Texans should be aware of signs of hunger in their relatives and friends.

Virtual seminars on grief will aim to help those who are dealing with loss and suffering.

Steps older Texans and state leaders can take to reduce electric rate shock and boost the resiliency of utility customers and the electric grid.