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AARP Virginia

Making a difference for all Virginians 50+ and their families
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.
Find upcoming election dates, registration deadlines and voting options in Virginia, such as absentee voting, early voting or voting with a disability.
We're fighting every day to make aging easier. Your voice matters, and we help make sure that our elected officials in the Commonwealth hear it.
Find free online and local events including exercise classes, cooking demos, helpful workshops and more.
AARP speakers are available on a wide range of topics including Social Security, fraud prevention and more.
Last week, the volunteer advocacy team gathered in Richmond for our annual lobby week.
Receiving a call from an unknown number may seem harmless, but it could be the start a scam.
Getting tickets to top concerts is tough – don’t let scammers make it harder.
AARP Virginia is conducting three online workshops this month to help participants make better use of their smartphone’s many photography and photo editing features along with other device uses you may not be aware of.
Is it possible that living a life with meaning can help improve our mental and physical health as we age? To help answer this question, AARP Virginia sponsored a special screening and workshop for The Hidden Power of Purpose, a feature-length documentary narrated by Debbie Allen. This special screening was held on Jan. 11th at the Arcola Church in Dulles.
If you get a surprise call from the “utility company” threatening to shut off your service, hang up the phone.
AARP Virginia volunteers will fight for a Prescription Drug Affordability Board, improving nursing home quality and an expedited process for obtaining Medicaid approval for home care when lawmakers come to town on January 8.
Don’t let scammers ad-vertise their way into your wallet this new year; here are three tips to stay ahead of social media shopping scams.
Media coverage of AARP Virginia's 2025 advocacy work
The New Year is the perfect time to take control of your finances — but beware of criminal scammers offering quick fixes that are too good to be true.
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Contact information and more from your state office. Learn what we are doing to champion social change and help you live your best life.