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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.
NOV 6, 2025
WA State is seeking your input as it considers new programs and policies that could better support older adults and people living with dementia across the state.
NOV 1, 2025
Washingtonians are preparing for the holidays — and so are criminals.
OCT 30, 2025
By Marguerite Ro, AARP Washington State Director
Join us on Friday, August 8 at 5:30 p.m. at the Sea-Tac Community Center for an evening of fun, food, and celebration as we commemorate the 90th anniversary of Social Security. Let’s groove to R&B music from the ‘70s, '80s, '90s, and today—plus instructor-led line dancing throughout the night.
Wildfire smoke and heat can harm everyone’s health, and older adults and people with heart and lung conditions are at exceptionally high risk.
AARP Washington Awards Grants to Seven Washington Organizations as Part of its Nationwide Program to Make Great Communities Even Better
As Brain Health Awareness Month comes to a close, many of us are eager to learn how to maintain a healthy brain. But what truly matters for brain health? Do brain games and puzzles make a difference? How do learning, social interactions, and music contribute?
Our Greater Spokane Chapter 384 continues to grow and new members are always welcome. We, the Board, are so privileged to have such an awesome membership. Since 2015, our interest in community service commitment has been to donate food to the Second Harvest Food Bank.
Recently named as AARP Washington’s volunteer president, Ron Chew has spent a lifetime following and telling the stories about Seattle's Chinatown.
Whether you’re looking to support a loved one or are interested in how to improve your own brain health, we have a resource for you! AARP and BECU are proud to present, “Discover the Science of the Aging Brain.”
Starting May 14, AARP is launching Countdown to 90 Years—a recognition and call to action leading up to the 90th anniversary of Social Security on August 14, 2025. For nine decades, Social Security has been a stable and reliable foundation of retirement security for millions of Americans—and we believe it must remain that way for generations to come.
By Katie Zeitler, Dementia Friends Program Manager
AARP will host a webinar on Thursday, June 5, to share tips on understanding the latest research and ways to help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
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