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.
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.
CHANGING AGING TOUR—Our culture tells us that aging will change us against our will, and for the worse. Internationally acclaimed longevity expert Dr. Bill Thomas argues that this is false. Blending myth and science, live music and visuals, Dr. Bill Thomas’ Changing Aging Tour is a modern day American Chautauqua barnstorming the country in a rock n’ roll tour bus to bring communities a new and highly disruptive understanding of aging.
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.