Advocacy

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that empowers people to choose how they live as they age. We advocate for what is important to our members and give them a voice at the state and federal levels.

We’re giving Congress 100+ reasons to prioritize a tax credit for family caregivers in the first 100 days of the new presidency. Add your reason to the list. We’ll share your reasons with Congress so that they understand what family caregivers experience day-in and day-out as they care for their loved ones.

As Washington's older population is expected to increase, the state is developing a 'multisector plan for aging'

Scam artists have a shiny, new tool to take your hard-earned money. While the nature of the scam remains consistent—often preying on our emotions or manufacturing a sense of urgency—the method of getting your money is evolving with technology. Instead of purchasing gift cards or transferring money through wire services, the use of crypto ATMs is on the rise, and they are popping up at convenience stores, gas stations and other high-traffic areas in your community.

Savings Possible Thanks to the Prescription Drug Law Championed by AARP

Washington state is a leader in providing long-term care

Washington voters face a decision on the November about the WA Cares long term care program.

A 'yes' vote causes direct harm to patients, Nurses Association says

I-2124 would make the long-term care program unsustainable, denying many needed funds later in life.

At AARP, we never underestimate the power of 50+ voters. In fact, 1.8 million Washington voters over 50 cast ballots in the 2022 elections. In early April, we thought we were being ambitious when we ordered 10,000 postcards to distribute to volunteers for personalized messages to drive the older vote.