Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Face Unique Challenges

Grandparents raising grandchildren is a much more common event then people realize, in New Mexico, that number is 54 percent.

Spring Events Help Raise AARP Visibility

Staff and volunteers recently participated in two community events, the South Valley Pride Day, at the West Side Community Center, and the Fiesta de Mayo celebration, at the Barelas Senior Center.

AARP New Mexico to Conduct Resource Fair for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

AARP New Mexico and several other community organizations are conducting a free resource fair for grandparents, or other caregivers, raising grandchildren.

People Need to Come Together to Change Health Care

The National Hispanic Council on Aging conducted a town hall in Albuquerque, NM, to discuss health care reform and get information, on what from the Hispanic perspective, should be included in the debate.

You are Your Own Best Protection Against Identity Theft

During tough economic times, thieves are even more anxious to separate people from their hard-earned cash and will use any number of scams to do so.

Governor Signs AARP Supported Bills into Law

The article lists a few of the priority bills AARP supported that are now law.

Protecting Home Loan Protection Act a Priority in 2009

AARP New Mexico's outlines the three top priorities for the 2009 Legislative Session.

Sign Me Up to Stay in the Know

Want to become more connected to AARP?  Sign up today and receive email information tailored to your individual interests.

Santa Fe Man Named AARP New Mexico's Top Volunteer

Profile of volunteer who won The AARP New Mexico Andrus Award for 2008.

Join the AARP NM Online Community

Find out what AARP is working on in your state, stay in touch with the people and topics that matter the most to you and connect through a social network. Sign up now using the red Sign Up button at the top right hand corner of your screen. It's free.

Flu Season is Here—Have You Gotten Vaccinated?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, last year in New Mexico, 43.1% of adults age 50–64 and 70.8% of adults 65+ received their annual flu shot. Were you among the vaccinated?

America's Healthiest Hometowns

These cities have the stuff that inspires healthy living. We crisscrossed the nation to find the best of the best, and came up with a surprise-packed list. Santa Fe ranked number four.

Caring for the Caregiver

Find out how you can get help for yourself as you care for others.