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Gov. Jay Inslee Signs Innovative Retirement Savings Legislation Into Law

AARP Washington is looking for graduate-level public policy intern interested in addressing issues impacting the State’s aging population associated with financial security, vulnerable adults and long term care. The intern will work directly with the Advocacy Director on public policy and legislative priorities as well as assist with, community engagement, communications and data management.

Por Anita Creamer

Written by Anita Creamer

Guest Blog by Jessica Meaney, Managing Director of Investing in Place

AARP is joining the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, the Hope Heart Institute and the Washington Dental Service Foundation in celebrating National Women’s Health Week. National Women’s Health Week kicks off on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10, and will be celebrated through Saturday, May 16, 2015.

Just days after Seattle welcomed scores of sci-fi, fantasy and comic fans of all ages to the sold out Emerald City Comicon, AARP Washington is playing host to another group of heroes – those dedicated to transforming the lives of millions of older Americans. The White House Conference on Aging is holding the third of five regional events on April 2 on the shores of Elliot Bay at the Bell Harbor International Conference Center.

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People who are physically active have a 45% lower risk of developing heart disease than sedentary people. Jumpstart your road to fitness by joining us for the free “SMART Goal Fitness Challenge.”

Con artists are targeting you and the people you care about. Learn how to fight back and spot the crooks before they spot you.