Michael Petty recognized by AARP for his efforts to empower those with low or failing vision to live their lives with dignity and a renewed sense of independence
Building great communities takes time, but tangible improvements can spark long-term change. That’s why AARP launched the Community Challenge grant program, funding projects that build momentum to improve livability nationwide. We’re excited to announce that the program is back for its ninth year and is now accepting applications online through March 5, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PT.
As donors consider contributing to relief efforts for the Snohomish County mudslide tragedy, Attorney General Bob Ferguson and Secretary of State Kim Wyman are urging consumers to be on guard against scam artists who try to take advantage of the situation.
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The numbers are in, and they are impressive – Washington residents on Medicare saved more than $50-million on their prescription drugs in 2013, thanks to the closing of the “donut hole” for prescriptions under the Affordable Care Act – or an average discount per beneficiary of $825.
Inspired by Dr. Bill Thomas’ new book, "Second Wind: Navigating the Passage to a Slower, Deeper, and more Connected Life," the Second Wind Tour is traveling the country providing opportunities for communities to spend the day exploring what it means to catch a “second wind” in one’s life and work. Dr. Thomas is a world-renowned expert on elder care and new ways of thinking of geriatric issues.
It turns out that simply knowing the ABC’s of online safety isn’t enough to protect you from online scams. AARP has released a new report detailing the profile of the most likely victim on online fraud – are you next?
“Sometimes life doesn’t turn out the way you planned,” according to AARP volunteer Janice Moran. Janice was downsized out of job and was thinking about what to do next. She took matters into her own hands and enrolled in Visual Communications classes at a local community college. Quickly she was able put her new skills to use by designing flyers and brochures for AARP.