AARP Wisconsin

Join us as we take a look back on all the great things our volunteers, members, and staff accomplished in 2023!

Local decisions that affect livable communities issues happen most typically in boards and commissions as well at elected councils. AARP WI encourages you to let decision makers know that you support policies that create livable communities for all ages and all abilities. As issues arise, we will share information here to include ways that you can contact the deciding bodies.

Public spaces support physical, mental and emotional health through exercise or social connection. These indoor or outdoor spaces should be accessible to all. AARP supports policies and actions that look at public spaces through an age-friendly lens to support enjoyment by all ages and all abilities.

Older adults need transportation to the places and services that support their independence. Policies that encourage adequate, safe and accessible transportation infrastructure and services help people of all ages stay active and engaged in their community.

AARP surveys consistently find that the vast majority of older adults want to reside in their current home or community for as long as possible. Doing so is possible if a home is designed or modified for aging in place, or if a community has housing options that are suitable for differing incomes, ages and life stages. AARP supports policy and actions that provide options for housing choice that allow people to remain in their home or community of their choosing.

Key election dates for 2024 have been set, enabling Wisconsin voters to begin sketching out their voting plans for a year that will include primary and general elections on the local, state and national levels.

For the first time since AARP began publishing the Scorecard in 2011, more than half of Medicaid long-term care dollars nationwide for older adults and people with physical disabilities went to home- and community-based services instead of nursing homes and other institutions.

We're thrilled to announce that Bob Auerbach, 94, of Middleton – affectionately known as “The Piano Man” for volunteering his musical gifts at a variety of area senior centers, assisted living and memory care facilities – has been selected by to receive the 2023 AARP Wisconsin Andrus Award for Community Service.

As lawmakers return to Madison in January, AARP Wisconsin will push for a state tax credit for family caregivers to help offset some of the out-of-pocket expenses they incur while providing care to loved ones.

Everyone should feel safe crossing a street. But the streets can be dangerous, especially for older Americans.