Volunteering

Each year, AARP volunteers and staff give back in a slightly different way. On Sept. 11, a nationwide day of service, we step out of our community events and away from our desks and choose a different place to serve. This year is no different. Across the state, we're going to do something a little out of the ordinary--from walking dogs at animal shelters to serving meals to homebound seniors. Would you like to join us? If you're a current volunteer, reach out to your staff partner. If not, please shoot us an email.

We carefully chose the issues we're focusing on during the 2015 Texas Legislative Session. One of the key elements is that all these topics are close to home for countless Texas families. So chances are you have a relative, neighbor or friend with a personal experience highlighting why at least one of these issues are important--and why Texas legislators should take note and work to fix or improve the situation.

Featuring our knowledgeable volunteers is something AARP does well and this month Dr. Ricardo Chapa, a long-time AARP volunteer, represented AARP Texas well on the small screen.

By Curt Buckley

By Curt Buckley

Alice Sheth, Helping Women Plan

By Curt Buckley

By Curt Buckley

By Elizabeth Rubio

By Hayley Hervieux