For many, Christmastime is the happiest part of the year. And a very important part of the season’s celebrations is, of course, FOOD!!!! We all want to relish in our most local and typical dishes. Not only sweets, but the entire gamut of our local rich cuisine.
For that reason, I picked a simple recipe to share with AARP; one that is not only Crucian, but Caribbean (ESPECIALLY Jamaican) and Puerto Rican! It’s SALTFISH FRITTERS. Hope you enjoy it and have a wonderful Christmas season!!!!
On November 25, 2025, Acting Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq., signed the unanimously approved Caregiver Leave Act (Bill 36-0086) into law. This legislation represents a significant advancement, ensuring that all full-time employees of the Government of the Virgin Islands, including those working with independent boards, commissions, and agencies, receive four hours of administrative leave each month. This leave is intended to help them manage essential caregiving responsibilities for a seriously ill spouse, child, parent, or any legal dependent.
For some family caregivers, the holidays can be a joyful time filled with lighter spirits. It feels good to care for loved ones and enjoy being together while celebrating family traditions. However, for many, the holidays also bring added stress. Caregivers are already busy, and the demands of the holiday season increase that workload. Something has to give!
It’s perfectly okay to give yourself a break this year. Here are some tips to help you navigate the holiday season with more joy and less stress.
On November 10, 2025, Governor Albert Bryan, Jr. signed Act 9051, which amends title 34 of the Virgin Islands Code, chapter 15, expanding the Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Protection Act. Act 9051 was approved by the Virgin Islands Legislature on October 30, 2025. AARP Virgin Islands State Director Troy de Chabert-Schuster testified before the 36th Virgin Islands Legislature in support of amendments to the territory’s Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Prevention Act (Bill 36-0099).
Español | AARP in The Virgin Islands, First Lady Yolanda Bryan, Stanley and the Ten Sleepless Knights, the Virgin Islands Department of Tourism, the VI Lottery Office, and the VI Council on the Arts-DPNR, have joined forces to celebrate Older Americans Month with an “Ole’ Time Serenade.”
Ever thought about running your own business? AARP Virgin Islands is hosting five online sessions to help entrepreneurs navigate the red tape. All sessions are on Wednesdays, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Topics are as follows:
English | AARP en las Islas Vírgenes conectó cuatro jonrones con la firma de cuatro (4) importantes leyes este meAARP en las Islas Vírgenes abogó y trabajó con la Legislatura 34 de las Islas Vírgenes para la aprobación de los Testamentos Electrónicos, Actas Notariales, Póliza de Calles Completas, y apoyó la Legislación del Retorno de Jubilados del Gobierno de las Islas Vírgenes al trabajo.
English | A medida que nos preparamos para impulsarnos hacia abril y las lluvias de primavera, AARP-VI mantiene su compromiso de inundar las Islas Vírgenes de los EE. UU. con asistencia para mejorar el bienestar y la calidad de vida de los habitantes mayores de las Islas Vírgenes, de quienes los cuidan y también de nuestra comunidad. como un todo. Si bien la metáfora es un poco "florida", la intención se mantiene. AARP no es solo para jubilados. Es para personas reales que tienen preocupaciones reales sobre la creciente población mundial de adultos mayores. Esto incluye a los más de 22,000 miembros de AARP del territorio, que es un grupo demográfico extraordinario porque nuestros miembros son aproximadamente el 25 por ciento de la población.
Español | As we get ready to propel ourselves into April and the showers of spring, AARP-VI remains committed to showering the U.S. Virgin Islands with assistance in improving the wellbeing and quality of life for older Virgin Islanders, those who care for them and also our community as a whole. While the metaphor is a bit “flowery,” the intent holds. AARP is not just for retired people. It is for real people who have real concerns about the world’s growing population of older adults. This includes the territory’s more than 22,000 AARP members, which is an extraordinary demographic because our members are approximately 25 percent of the population.
English | La responsabilidad de un notario es evaluar y examinar la autenticidad de los documentos importantes al ser testigo de la disposición de los firmantes y garantizar su conocimiento de la documentación. Estos documentos incluyen, entre otros, escrituras de propiedad, testamentos y poderes notariales. Aquí en las Islas Vírgenes de los EE. UU., los notarios públicos están bajo la atenta vigilancia del Vicegobernador y una medida reciente de la 34.ª Legislatura de las Islas Vírgenes de los EE. UU. ha llegado al escritorio del Gobernador Albert Bryan y garantizará que los notarios sean más accesibles. Esto es extremadamente importante ahora que COVID-19 ha puesto una pausa prolongada en la interacción personal. Y aunque el gobierno está levantando lentamente los mandatos de uso de mascarillas y otras restricciones, todavía es necesario ser cauteloso.
Español | A notary’s responsibility is to evaluate and scrutinize the authenticity of important documents by witnessing the willingness of signers and ensuring their awareness of documentation. These documents include but are not limited to property deeds, wills and powers of attorney. Here in the U.S. Virgin Islands., notaries public are under the careful watch of the Lieutenant Governor and a recent measure by the 34th Legislature of the U.S. Virgin Islands has now reached Gov. Albert Bryan’s desk and will ensure notaries are more accessible. This is extremely important now that COVID-19 has put an elongated pause on personal interaction. And though the government is slowly lifting mask mandates and other restrictions, there is still a need for caution.
English | El Mes de la Historia de la Mujer puede estar llegando a su fin, pero AARP en las Islas Vírgenes continuará conmemorando a nuestras heroínas que han abierto caminos valientemente para mejorar la humanidad. También continuaremos abogando por y con las mujeres que continúan teniendo influencia cuando se trata de las prioridades y preocupaciones de sus hermanas. AARP-IV entiende que ahora es el momento de ayudar a las mujeres a dar lo mejor de sí mismas mientras enfrentan los desafíos de la vida independiente, el cuidado, la salud mental, la justicia social, el avance profesional, el salario, la moral y el bienestar general.