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JAN 1, 2026
During the 2026 legislative session, AARP is urging lawmakers to keep funding the state’s Health Homes program, which helps clients eligible for both Medicaid and Medicare who have the highest medical needs.
DEC 15, 2025
Heavy rains, wind and rising waters continue to create dangerous conditions across Washington. Your safety is our priority—please take these steps now:
DEC 10, 2025
Join AARP Washington by phone for a live tele-town hall with Governor Bob Ferguson on Monday, December 15th at 1:30pm Pacific time. We'll talk about a wide range of topics, including the state of Washington's economy, the rising cost of health care, new protections for consumers and more. Plus, Gov. Ferguson will take questions from the listening audience.
DEC 8, 2025
“The age wave is here,” says Cathleen MacCaul, Senior Advocacy Director at AARP Washington. “By 2030, more Washingtonians will be age 65 and older than under 18. That demographic shift will impact every part of our economy—from health care to housing to gaps in our long term care workforce.”
Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner’s Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors have created a new tool to help you plan for Medicare Open Enrollment
This year marks a powerful milestone: 90 years of Social Security. Since President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed it into law on August 14, 1935, Social Security has been a cornerstone of economic security - ensuring Washingtonians can retire with dignity, supporting people with disabilities, and providing vital income after the loss of a loved one.
No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these local agencies and organizations can help make the process easier
Heavy rains, wind and rising waters continue to create dangerous conditions across Washington. Your safety is our priority—please take these steps now:
AARP truly offers something for everyone—whether it’s writing postcards, making phone calls, or engaging directly with policymakers. Each effort matters, and together we’re making a powerful impact.
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September is National Preparedness Month, which AARP Washington will observe with virtual training sessions to help older adults and the families that care for them stay safe. The programs will discuss how to create plans, protect property and finances, and learn about Washington’s natural risks.
From Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Information provided by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
Across the country, millions of grandparents are stepping in as “Kinship Caregivers” to provide love, stability, and care when it's needed most. In fact, about 2.7 million grandparents in the U.S. are primary caregivers for their grandchildren.
By Marguerite Ro, State Director, AARP Washington
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