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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.”
NOV 21, 2025
Medicare can be confusing—whether you're approaching retirement, supporting a loved one, or navigating Open Enrollment.
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.
The halls of our Capitol building are quieter now that the 2025 legislative session has ended. While this session was one of the toughest in recent years, largely due to a significant budget shortfall, we passed several impactful policies that will benefit Washingtonians. From improved healthcare systems to smart city planning, our team of staff and volunteers have worked tirelessly to ensure that the needs of older residents are met with compassion and dedication. Let's look at some of the highlights.
As criminals adapt the ways they scam and defraud people, advocates are asking for daily transaction limits on crypto ATMs and other consumer protections.
Dear Members,
In a year of economic uncertainty, we recognize that many are rethinking budget priorities. This includes revisiting the Washington State biannual budget. While hard decisions are being made, AARP Washington strongly urges that any analysis and decisions consider the potential impact on our state’s most vulnerable populations, including older adults.
AARP Washington is pleased to welcome two new Executive Council Members, Ed Escalante of Bellevue and Kay Tomlinson of Lake Tapps. This volunteer leadership team plays a pivotal role in shaping the strategic vision and initiatives for nearly 870,000 members across the state.
AARP Washington is celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a free museum day on Saturday, May 17.
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