Caregiving is a natural part of the cycle of life. Allowing ourselves space for self-care is one of the most important tasks in our curriculum for living. When was the last time that you set out on an adventure of deep self-care? At its core caregiving is an ever-evolving cycle of balancing self-care and caring for others. Sadly, limited attention is provided across media platforms, about the necessity of caregiving and self-care.
The names of the first 10 Medicare drugs whose prices the federal government will negotiate directly with manufacturers were released Aug. 29. Popular but pricey blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer treatments make historic list.
Our series of virtual financial education classes, presented by AARP Virgin Islands in collaboration with the Government Employees' Retirement System (GERS) of the Virgin Islands, shares tips on saving, financial planning and managing and protecting your assets, as well as estate-planning strategies.
Every year, with the AARP Andrus Award for Community Service, AARP celebrates individuals 50 and older who have used their experience, talent and skills to advance the organization’s mission and commitment to community service.
Hurricane season is back. AARP Virgin Islands encourages all residents who have disabilities or who are 60 or older and live alone to protect themselves in case of a disaster.
Ingles | AARP en las Islas Vírgenes organizó una Mesa Redonda Legislativa Virtual en marzo y abril. A partir del 26 de marzo, y dirigido por el director estatal Troy A. de Chabert-Schuster, el personal y los voluntarios de AARP en las Islas Vírgenes se reunieron virtualmente con los legisladores locales para presentar los problemas que AARP está priorizando en el Territorio; en particular, su campaña para crear una comunidad más habitable para personas de todas las edades.
AARP Virgin Islands wants to make sure people have the information they need to retire comfortably, so it is offering online workshops to help with the planning.
Older residents and people with disabilities may find it difficult to get onto a local beach. But after an advocacy campaign by AARP Virgin Islands, a new law provides ramps or walkways on at least five beaches—two each on St. Croix and St. Thomas, one on St. John —so people with mobility issues can get over the sand to the sea.
Take a fitness class, discuss local issues, or just listen to an AARP chat, courtesy of presentations AARP Virgin Islands is offering on its Facebook page and YouTube channel.