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.
Each session covers essential topics, with presentations by local experts on subjects such as legal and financial planning, caregiver brain health, and veterans benefits. Caregivers are equipped with information to proactively consider long-term care and end-of-life planning.
AARP Wyoming will host a historical lecture webinar series called, ‘Women I Wish I’d Known,” from May through July, featuring women who did everything from teaching in Alaska to carry pet snakes. The events are free and you don’t need to be an AARP member to take part.
Property tax relief was a hot topic during the 2025 Legislative Session and Henson will use this event to simplify what passed and what it means to Wyoming residents.
Fraud is constantly evolving, but so are the people fighting it. Tracy Swaim, AARP Wyoming’s 2024 Fraud Fighter of the Year, has spent her career protecting consumers from scams, cyber threats, and financial fraud. A Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) with a background in law and fraud investigations, Tracy has made it her mission to help people recognize scams before they happen.