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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 1, 2025
Washingtonians are preparing for the holidays — and so are criminals.
OCT 30, 2025
By Marguerite Ro, AARP Washington State Director
OCT 28, 2025
For Immediate Release
By Cathy MacCaul, AARP Washington Advocacy Director
What does it take to change behavior behind the wheel?
Join our series of online Q&A sessions to learn how to avoid them.
Would you like to help fight fraud in our community and join the AARP Fraud Fighter team?
By Dana E. Neuts
Our online Q&A sessions can help you keep your loved one secure.
OLYMPIA, WA – The Washington State Department of Commerce today announced the nation’s first online portal where businesses and individuals can comparison shop for low-cost, state-verified retirement savings plans. The Retirement Marketplace at www.retirementmarketplace.com was created to help approximately 2 million Washingtonians who do not have access to retirement savings plans through the workplace.
Join our online Q&A sessions to learn how to age-proof your career.
Sixty days and more than 4,000 bills later, Washington State legislators have closed this year’s 2018 session. Of the many bills AARP targeted and focused on, those that help put money back into the hands of consumers were standouts. The elimination of credit freeze fees; more money for those living in care facilities; relief from some property tax levies; restoration of funding for hearings aids; and the defeat of an attempt to reduce homeowner protections are now in the “win” column.
By Leila Davis
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