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AARP West Virginia
The latest resources & info on AARP’s work in the Mountain State
FEB 16, 2025
Support for family caregivers, legislation to combat scams and fraud rate as top issues
The names of the first 10 Medicare drugs whose prices the federal government will negotiate directly with manufacturers were released Aug. 29. Popular but pricey blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer treatments make historic list.
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FEB 12, 2025
Caregiving, fraud, broadband access and efforts to address food insecurity highlight legislative platform
March 15 Deadline For Applicants Seeking Support for Quick-Action Community Projects
Lowering Rx drug costs, caregiving, direct care and financial security among session priority issues
AARP WV volunteers and staff keeping strong presence at 2023 WV Legislature
Caregiving Supports, Rx Drug Costs Among Priority Action Items for West Virginians 50+
West Virginia’s 2023 state legislative session starts in January, and AARP West Virginia will be advocating for Mountain Staters 50 and up.
Goal is to address Long-Term Care workforce shortages, improve access to care
Share your opinions on issues lawmakers should address in 2023
As the holidays approach—and with them the season of charitable giving—AARP West Virginia is urging residents to be on guard against shady charities and criminals who exploit people’s generosity.
Guest Column by Dr. Steven Eshenaur
West Virginia’s population is aging; federal health officials say 69 percent of people 65 and older will need long-term care. Nationally, millions of direct care workers will be needed, according to the nonprofit PHI.
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