As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. In Wyoming, Governor Gordon has declared a public welfare emergency to ensure that food assistance continues (for now), but this can still put pressure on local organizations and food banks dedicated to feeding hungry Wyomingites.
AARP Wyoming is collecting non-perishable food items now through Thanksgiving. All donations will go directly to local food pantries, the VA, and Veterans Rock.
Non-profit organizations in Clearmont, Thermopolis, and Sheridan scored a total of four Community Challenge Grants totaling $31,000, AARP announced this fall.
On December 8 at 7 p.m. AARP Wyoming will be joined by Enroll Wyoming Navigators Nancy Drummond and Val Walsh-Haines, who will discuss how to sign up for health insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace.
Two Wyoming localities are using AARP Community Challenge grants to make improvements. Jackson Hole officials will install at least three locally made benches at the Block, a 1.3-acre green space. And the Cokeville Senior Citizens Center will add ramps, replace crumbling concrete and build a new patio with no steps.
To honor our Veterans, the AARP Sheridan Community Action Team (CAT), in partnership with the Casper Community Action Team, VFW Auxiliary, and the Sheridan Foster Grandparents Program, delivered over 260 thank you cards to Veterans in Sheridan and Johnson Counties in November.
With the Medicare Open Enrollment period open through Dec. 7, AARP Wyoming and the Wyoming State Health Insurance Information Program (WSHIIP) will join forces to offer a Teletown Hall for AARP Wyoming members at 5 p.m. on November 10.