As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
“I’m not going to let them win,” Joyce, from Utah, said through tears as she shared what happened to her last year. She never imagined she would fall victim to a scam, but in just a few months, she lost her entire savings of over $1 million to criminals who knew exactly how to exploit her trust and vulnerability.
Mantua, Utah — Tucked into the scenic corner of this small town, Maple Springs Park might look like your typical neighborhood green space at first glance. But take a few steps beyond the playground and pavilion, and you’ll discover a vibrant, evolving hub of recreation, nature, and community spirit.
According to an AARP survey, 61% of older adults are worried they will not have enough money to support themselves in retirement, and 20% of older adults have no retirement savings at all.
In 2024, 40 million Americans reported $47 billion stolen through identity fraud and scams according to a new report cosponsored by AARP. It’s a massive and growing problem—but there are things each of us can do to protect against identity fraud even if our data has been exposed.
Getting older can negatively affect the brain and how it functions. However, there is considerable research to show that you can make changes in your daily life to offset some of these negative effects.
One of the most popular ways for criminals to steal money and sensitive information is by impersonating a trusted source—often a government agency. According to the Federal Trade Commission, victims of government impostor scams reported over $577 million stolen from them in 2024 – and due to underreporting, that’s likely a vast undercount.