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.
“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.”
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.
Join us on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at Safeco Field for “AARP Day with the Seattle Mariners.” Come out to the ballpark and have a good time with friends, family and fellow AARP members as the Seattle Mariners take on division rival Texas Rangers!
Over 4 million people in California are assisting their loved ones so they can stay at home. These family caregivers have a huge responsibility, but are often unaware of the critical resources and support available to them. We can take some common sense steps to change that. That is why AARP is sponsoring the California Caregiver Act (AB 1744). This bill would create a Task Force responsible for identifying policies, resources and programs, as well as service gaps, and would provide much-needed support for caregivers juggling work and other family responsibilities.
California ranks 9 th overall when it comes to meeting the long-term care needs of older residents, but AARP warns much more must be done, at an accelerated pace, to improve the state’s health care system around prevention & treatment, affordability & access in Adult Day Resource Center functions, nursing home costs/quality-of-life, quality-of-care in the LTSS system, and support for family caregivers.
Know an extraordinary volunteer age 50 or older from your city? Is there someone out there that just knocks your socks off every time you hear about the work that they are doing in their community? AARP invites you to nominate your volunteer hero for our annual award.
Join Brain health educator Roger Anunsen for an evening that will stimulate your senses. Learn the evidence-based essentials of successful brain aging. Come and discover how to keep all your senses enlivened!
AARP's new annual experience, Ideas@50+ is heading to San Diego from September 4th through the 6th and we're looking for volunteers! The three day event features celebrity speakers and entertainers, workshops, concerts, and a huge exhibit floor.