Advocacy

AARP, which advocates for the more than 100 million older Americans aged 50 and older, including the 20,000 living in this Territory, is pleased to release a joint statement in recognition of June as Elder Abuse Awareness Month. This month is recognized globally as a time to raise awareness and inspire action to prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older people.

A new law, pushed by AARP Virgin Islands, will establish a prescription drug monitoring program — and hopefully help cut opioid abuse.

Read This Important Message from AARP VI State Director, Troy De Chabert-Schuster

Take action and send them an email today!

Read the 2/28/25 Statement from AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond

Take a look at our successes in 2024 and what we are working on now.

The Commission on Aging is back.

Feeling stressed? Reset your expectations and enjoy the little moments

Departments and Community Organizations Focus on Territory’s Aging Population

Guardianship reform under the UGCOPPA act can transform the lives of Virgin Islanders. AARP VI is urging our elected officials to pass the Uniform Guardianship Act. The hearing for the Guardianship Reform Bill presented by AARP is set for hearing on May 24th in the Virgin Islands Legislature. This bill will protect and empower Virgin Islanders to have greater agency in their individual rights.