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.
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.
Thank you to the more than 8,000 people from across the state who joined us this afternoon (Wednesday, March 29) for our special telephone town hall with Governor Jay Inslee and Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler.
Now you can attend world-renowned Seattle Symphony concerts performing programs such as Masterworks, UnTuxed, Seattle Pops, Baroque & Wine, and National Geographic Live at the magnificent Benaroya Hall through a special program for AARP members. Selected premium events will include the opportunity to mingle, sip wine, meet new people and discuss music before the event, plus attend Pre-Concert Lectures and Ask the Artist Q&A sessions.
One out of 20 older Americans are financially mistreated or victimized to some extent by a caregiver, friend, family member, lawyer or financial adviser, according to a study by the Justice Department. While financial exploitation can happen to anyone, older adults and people with disabilities are disproportionately targeted for this crime.
AARP Washington would like to say thank you our outgoing Driver Safety State Coordinator, Gordon Olson. Gordon steps down from the top volunteer leadership role after serving two four year terms, managing 130 volunteers in Washington State.