In a state that has never elected a female governor, both major party gubernatorial candidates in the Tuesday, Nov. 4, election are women. Republican Winsome Earle-Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger discussed a range of issues with the AARP Bulletin, including nursing home quality, caregiving and prescription drug costs.
Virginia’s nursing homes are beset by inadequate staffing levels and mediocre quality, according to a new AARP scorecard on long-term care. Addressing these deficiencies will be a top priority for AARP Virginia during this year’s state legislative session, which gets underway in January.
AARP Virginia is sharing caregiving resources during two November webinars to mark National Family Caregivers Month. The first forum will focus on military families, and the second will delve into financial issues related to caregiving.
It's hurricane season. Experts say now is the time to develop an evacuation plan, gather supplies, update your homeowners’ and flood insurance. AARP VA offers resources.