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.
On behalf of more than 250,000 members in the Mountain State, and all West Virginians 50+ and their families, AARP’s state legislative priorities in 2022 are focused on expanding home and community-based services to make sure people have choice in how they live as they age, expanding access to high speed internet service, protecting older West Virginians against fraud and financial exploitation, and ensuring that individuals of all ages have the financial resilience to take control of their retirement.