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JAN 9, 2025
Attention local non-profit organizations and governments across Wisconsin! The window is now open for you to apply for a 2025 AARP Community Challenge grant. These grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and more.
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.
JAN 7, 2025
Winter can be a challenging season for many communities, especially those that experience significant snowfall. However, with thoughtful planning and creative placemaking, winter can also be a time of vibrant community engagement and activity. 8 80 Cities Winter Placemaking Guide, created with support from AARP, offers valuable insights and strategies to help cities and towns keep residents engaged and connected during the colder months. Here are some best practices for winter cities to consider when planning winter activities.
We know how impactful $1,000 can be. This is our way of extending some seed money to get these projects off the ground. 2025 application deadlines coming soon.
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Today, in Wisconsin more than a million people over 65 and individuals with disabilities are covered by Medicare for their health care.
Across the country, millions of people are at risk of running out of savings after they retire, and Social Security alone isn’t enough to live on. In Wisconsin, the average benefits for a 65+ family is only about $20,000 per year, while older families on average spend $22,000 a year on food, utilities and health care alone.
Two elections are coming up in Wisconsin this year – a primary election on Tuesday, August 14 th and a general election on Tuesday, November 6 th. AARP WI recognizes that there are many issues important to Wisconsinites on the line, and we want you to be prepared to vote. We are educating and mobilizing voters across Wisconsin for what is sure to be a critical election. Check out some great resources on state and federal issues below, mark your calendars for the August and November elections, and be sure to be the difference and vote.
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AARP Wisconsin and the Milwaukee Brewers are offering a 50 percent discount for select seats at Miller Park on Thursday, Aug. 9, at 1:10 p.m., when the team takes on the San Diego Padres.
Hey baseball fans! Here’s a great opportunity to bring the family and join AARP staff, volunteers and members at the ballpark this summer.
Our Two-Part Online Q&A Session Can Help You Stay Up-to-Date
By Joanne Cleaver
Connect with AARP Wisconsin staff, volunteers and other members for special discounted performances of WAITRESS on Tuesday, July 24, at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, July 28, at 2 p.m., or Sunday, July 29, at 1 p.m. at The Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State St., Madison.
AARP members and their guests can enjoy live theater and a professional golf tournament at discount prices this summer. The offer is available for select performances at the Overture Center in Madison and the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts in Milwaukee, and the American Family Insurance Championship in Madison.
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