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Joint Statement from the AARP Virgin Islands, Lieutenant Governor Roach, Esq. and Leaders of the US Virgin Islands Standing United Against the Abuse of Elder and Dependent Adults

JUN 6, 2025

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.

AARP Virgin Islands Ramps Up Anti-Fraud Campaign to Protect Older Adults

JUN 1, 2025

With fraud losses among older adults on the rise, AARP Virgin Islands is ramping up its efforts to educate residents and push for stronger laws to protect them.

Countdown to 90 Years: Social Security’s Legacy—and Its Future

MAY 14, 2025

Social Security Turns 90 on August 14!

AARP VI Continues the CAREversations Series

MAY 22, 2025

Join AARP Virgin Islands on June 11th for an open dialogue on caregiving challenges in the Virgin Islands. Led by Sandra Gerard, AARP State Volunteer and AARP Caregiver Support.

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Join Online Chats, Yoga and Fitness Classes

By AARP Bulletin, MAR 1, 2021

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.

AARP Makes Long-term Investment in THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Health with New AARP Sponsored Outdoor Fitness Park

AARP in The Virgin Islands and the VI Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation are pleased to announce an AARP Sponsored Outdoor Fitness Park in Christiansted, St. Croix, at the Altona Lagoon, a long-term investment in the health of residents. This donation from AARP includes funding for fitness classes at the park for people of all ages. The AARP Sponsored Outdoor Fitness Park is open to people of all ages, though young children must be supervised by an adult.

Letter to the Editor - Vaccination Gives Us a Path Back to Normalcy, but The Virgin Islands Needs a Plan Based on Evidence

January 20, 2021

Proyectos de Ley para la Comisión de Envejecimiento y Acceso a la Playa para Discapacitados se convierten en ley en las Islas Vírgenes

English | AARP en las Islas Vírgenes tuvo una bienvenida triunfal del Año Nuevo con la firma exitosa de dos (2) importantes leyes este mes.

Commission on Aging and Beach Access for the Disabled Bills Become Law in The Virgin Islands

Español | AARP in The Virgin Islands had a triumphant welcoming of the New Year with the successful signing of two (2) major pieces of legislation this month.

Virgin Islands Seniors Receive Emergency Preparedness Kits

AARP in The Virgin Islands (AARP VI) and the Virgin Islands Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VI VOAD), the St. Croix Long Term Recovery Group, the St. Thomas Recovery Team, and the Love City Strong non-profit organizations all collaborated to donate 1,000 emergency preparedness kits to Virgin Islands seniors in need territory wide. This collaborative effort is the beginning of an ongoing project to help seniors prepare for a natural disaster.

Proyecto de Ley para adaptar pólizas para Calles Completas avanza en las Islas Vírgenes

In English| AARP en las Islas Vírgenes ha liderado los esfuerzos para la aprobación de la legislación de Calles Completas. El viernes 2 de octubre de 2020, durante la Audiencia del Comité de Transporte de Vivienda, Infraestructura y Telecomunicaciones de la 33a Legislatura, el Proyecto de Ley No. 33-0041 y Enmienda 33-681, que establece la Póliza de Calles Completas en los diseños de construcción y reparación de carreteras dentro del Territorio, recibió una respuesta favorable y todos los miembros del Comité votaron a favor del proyecto de ley. El proyecto de ley ahora se dirige al Comité de Reglas y Poder Judicial. AARP agradece a los patrocinadores del proyecto de ley: los Senadores Steven Payne y Oakland Benta. AARP también agradece al Senador Marvin A. Blyden, Presidente del Comité, y a los Miembros del Comité: los Senadores Alicia Barnes, Allison DeGazon, Donna Frett-Gregory, Stedman Hodge, Jr., Myron B. Jackson y Javan James.

Bill to Adapt a Complete Streets Policy Advances in the Virgin Islands

En Español | AARP in The Virgin Islands has led the efforts for the passage of Complete Streets Legislation. On Friday, October 2, 2020, during the 33rd Legislatures’ Committee on Housing Transportation, Infrastructure & Telecommunications Hearing, Bill No. 33-0041 and Amendment 33-681, which establishes the Complete Streets Policy in the construction and repairs designs of roadways within the Territory, received favorable response with all Committee members voting in favor of the Bill. The Bill now heads to the Committee on Rules and Judiciary. AARP thanks the Bill’s Sponsors - Senators Steven Payne and Oakland Benta. AARP also thanks Senator Marvin A. Blyden, Chair of the Committee, and Committee Members - Senators Alicia Barnes, Allison DeGazon, Donna Frett-Gregory, Stedman Hodge, Jr., Myron B. Jackson, and Javan James.