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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.
On August 21, 2019 AARP Virginia released new state data and an infographic (above) illustrating the impact of high prescription drug prices for Virginia residents, specifically those living with cancer, prediabetes or diabetes, and heart disease. AARP unveiled the infographic at the National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) annual conference as part of AARP’s nationwide Stop Rx Greed campaign to lower drug prices for all Americans.
On Sunday, September 22, come learn about our Livable Communities work, play a few outdoor games, and enjoy meeting neighbors!
Join AARP Virginia for lunch at Surfside Restaurant in Virginia Beach.
by Pamela Houghtaling
Alexandria strives to be a caring, inclusive City—and will be adding a whole new dimension in its capacity to support residents by becoming dementia friendly. This spring, the city was designated as Dementia Friendly Alexandria by Dementia Friendly America, which guides the 200 communities in 40 states that have joined the program.
Are you an experienced worker looking for a job? Do you know someone 40 plus or with a disability in the Peninsula area who is job seeking? If so, AARP Virginia invites you to attend the 10th Annual Peninsula Agency on Aging Senior Job Fair, Thursday, September 12, 2019, from 2:00 – 4:30 p.m. at the Historic Triangle Messmer Community Services Center, 312 Waller Mill Road, Williamsburg presented by the Peninsula Agency on Aging.
Walking for Grownups with AARP Virginia
Join AARP Virginia and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at George Mason University (OLLI Mason) for Life@50+ Planning for Your Health, Wealth and Happiness! A special half-day event designed to help you make plans for better living. Learn about the positive powers of lifelong learning, tips for determining if you are on track for a secure financial retirement, practical strategies to help you achieve retirement peace of mind, and more.
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