AARP Smart Guide to Traveling With Pets

Want to take Rover or Fluffy on your next out-of-town adventure? WHERE TO START 1. Talk with your vet to determine if other medications, such as anti-anxiety pills, would be helpful. This documentation should include proof of vaccinations and copies of any records that pertain to an existing condition. Refer to the U.S. Department of Agricultures Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service website forstateorinternational requirements. While sometimes less is more when traveling, this is not the case with pets, according to Pawlowski....

April 10, 2025 · 2 min · 320 words · Jason Johnson

Mirror/Mirror: AARP Survey of Women’s Reflections on Beauty, Age and Media™

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. The research examines the impact of societal expectations and highlights womens call for age-inclusive representation. While the beauty industry has made progress in its depictions of women, continued evolution is necessary. Keeping Beauty Real: Media’s Missed Opportunity? For more information, like contact Sarah Kerman atskerman@aarp.org. For media inquiries, contact External Relations atmedia@aarp....

April 10, 2025 · 1 min · 78 words · Yvonne Kelly

AARP’s Guide to Getting Rid of Anything

Several studies have found that acleaner, more organized homecan reduce stress, anxiety and depression. Its also absolutely necessary for most people looking todownsize as they grow older. So where does it go? withoutresorting to the landfill? Thats where our guide comes in. We list more than 100 items that can be sold, donated or recycled. (And heres how tokeep it out of your housein the future.) Scroll below to see an alphabetized list and let us know what we forgot!...

April 9, 2025 · 4 min · 808 words · Jacqueline Johnson

Data Visualization: Food Insecurity and SNAP Enrollment Among Older Adults

Food insecurity prevalence rose in 2022 and 2023, following years of decline. Factors like high food prices and the end of pandemic-related benefits may have played a role. At the state level, food insecurity prevalence varies widely and has also changed over time. Select a state, year, age, and race/ethnicity if desired. Hover over a state to view food insecurity statistics. The program provides financial assistance to eligible low-income individuals and families to buy food....

April 9, 2025 · 1 min · 128 words · Mrs. Kimberly Rivera

Food Insecurity

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. Food Insecurity More than nine million older adults are food insecure. ![Article image](https://aarp.widen.net/content/sd5kwy7xni/jpeg/GettyImages-1308438709.jpg?crop=true&anchor=268,386&q=80&color=ffffffff&u=hg9ney&w=1601&h=920&credit=Getty Images)

April 9, 2025 · 1 min · 37 words · Laurie Lewis

One in Ten Adults Ages 50-plus Were Food Insecure in 2023

Key Takeaways Seethe full reportfor discussion of the following findings and associated charts and other graphics. Food insecurity prevalence rose in 2022 and 2023, following years of decline. Factors like high food prices and the end of pandemic-related benefits may have played a role. At the state level, food insecurity prevalence varies widely and has also changed over time.

April 9, 2025 · 1 min · 59 words · Ryan Gray

The AARP Center for Health Equity through Nursing

See a full list of benefits and explore all that AARP membership offers. A different privacy policy and terms of service will apply. Leveraging national and state coalitions, the Center promotes scalable solutions for systems change that advance healthy equity nationwide. AARP offers a number of volunteer positions unique for active and retired nurses. Contact Us We invite ideas and opportunities to collaborate. For all questions and inquiries, yo contact us atHealthEquityNursing@aarp....

April 9, 2025 · 1 min · 75 words · Anna Hanson

How Enrollees Feel About Their Medicare Advantage Plans

Feelings about coverage and care are closely related to health status. Respondents in poor or fair health express frustration with wait times, prior authorizations and referrals. In contrast, only 13 percent of those in good or excellent health encounter this specific obstacle. However, the process of how to make that switch is unfamiliar to most. With respect to current health management, most respondents feel that their plan helps them meet their goals....

April 8, 2025 · 1 min · 152 words · Jennifer Young

Reflections on Women's Aging Journey: A 2025 AARP Mirror/Mirror Study on Authenticity and Menopause

Drawing from lived experience and wisdom, as women age, they grow into their authentic selves. It sheds light on womens call for evolved media representation and more comprehensive menopause support. Women are embracing their authentic selves as they age, but media representation has not caught up. Women attribute this growth to an accumulation of wisdom and lived experiences. The degree to which this transition is experienced appears to have some cultural variation....

April 8, 2025 · 2 min · 225 words · Grace Holland

Older Pittsburgh Voters Likely to Play Decisive Role in 2025 Mayoral Election

For more information, kindly contact Kate Bridges atkbridges@aarp.org. For media inquiries, contact External Relations atmedia@aarp.org. A state income tax credit would help defray these expenses.

April 7, 2025 · 1 min · 25 words · Becky Owens

Expiring Tax Credit Threatens Affordable Health Coverage for Midlife Adults

In 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expanded premium tax credits. Another 38 percent (1.8 million) have incomes at 150 to 400 percent of the FPL. Roughly 13 percent (600,000) have incomes at 400 to 500 percent of the FPL. The extent of premium increases would vary by income level. Data by income, race/ethnicity, and rurality are included at the state level. These enhanced premium tax credits could be preserved through legislation to extend them or make them permanent....

April 4, 2025 · 1 min · 80 words · Krystal Riddle

March 2025 Employment Data Digest

March 2025 Employment Data Digest U.S. WORKFORCE: 55 AND OLDER U.S. WORKFORCE: Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Arrows denote a directional change from the prior month. For more analysis from PPI expert Jennifer Schramm on employment trends and older workers,see our blog. Paid leave for mental health is available but underused. Benefits can still fall short.

April 4, 2025 · 1 min · 56 words · Gregory Blair

Romance Scam Kingpin Brought to Justice

Will Debbie get justice for her mom? How many kids went there? Who was your best friend there? Oh, what was the name of your mascot? What was it, what sports did you play?" They all, you know a series of challenge questions. He would eventually get around to asking her those questions. (MUSIC SEGUE) [00:00:35] Bob: Welcome back to The Perfect Scam. I’m your host, Bob Sullivan. [00:00:40] Bob: Romance scam stories are among the most painful....

April 4, 2025 · 8 min · 1624 words · Julie Hunter