Advocacy

AARP District of Columbia is working to make sure older residents don’t get short shrift when local lawmakers make decisions about funding programs. 

AARP DC is working to make sure older residents don’t get short shrift when local lawmakers make decisions about funding programs in 2021. 

An accurate census count is crucial to secure funding for programs older adults rely upon in the District.

Want to save money on your water bill? You may be eligible for discounts offered by DC Water and the district government.

Prescription drug prices are skyrocketing. Medicare spent an extra $110 billion in recent years because drug prices increased faster than inflation. That money could have bought lots of gas and groceries.

Wednesdays at the Wilson Building (W@W) is a video series that provides brief updates on the current state of the District, encourages advocacy and connects policy experts to District residents.

Prescription drugs don’t work if patients can’t afford them. AARP is advocating for Congress to pass the Prescription Drug Pricing Reduction Act.

District residents should feel secure in the knowledge that the law protects their valuable assets from fraud. The proposed Uniform Power of Attorney Act (UPOAA) not only modernizes District law but would also act like a permission slip for the Power of Attorney (POA), financial institutions, and community creating distinct rules that protect seniors and vulnerable individuals.

The votes are in – the Council of the District of Columbia passed the Fiscal Year (FY) 2020 budget unanimously. We are pleased to share with you the results of your collective advocacy efforts.

A little over 2 months ago, I was selected to serve as AARP DC’s volunteer State President. With more than 87,000 AARP members in the District, I still marvel at the collective power we have to make a positive difference in our community.