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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.
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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.
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AARP speakers are available on a wide range of topics including Social Security, fraud prevention and more.
AARP's 2020 legislative agenda includes family caregiver tax credits, lowering drug prices, and retirement savings.
RICHMOND—AARP Virginia State Director Jim Dau released the following statement today in response to House Majority Forward’s citation of AARP in political advertisements supporting Rep. Elaine Luria and Rep. Abigail Spanberger:
“It wasn’t what I was expecting,” was the opinion of many audience members who attended the Dec. 14th AARP SEVa’s Region Movies For Grown Ups event held at the Virginia Beach Regal Columbus Theater.
A cold wind rustles the leaves strewn about the yard.
“You can’t take it with you.”
It’s Friday afternoon as Betty Douglass pulls into the driveway at the home of Maya Huber to give her a ride to an ophthalmologist. It’s a scene played out daily across Northern Virginia: Volunteers giving free rides to older residents who have either given up or restricted their driving.
by Juan Pérez, AARP Volunteer
FALLS CHURCH—"Is there anyone here who has not received a spam phone call?” asked Pamela Houghtaling, an AARP volunteer community ambassador.
by Elder Charles Blake
Give carefully; 'tis the season for fraud. During this time of charitable giving and online shopping, scammers are looking for opportunities to steal money, goods and identities.
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