Oregon’s Tax Fairness Measures—Get the Facts

Learn more about the petitions circulating to overturn these two measures, and what that could mean for Oregon’s school children, seniors, families, communities and economy.

Oregon’s Prescription for Health Care Reform

Oregon marks a historic accomplishment in fixing its health care system; serves as guidepost for nation that comprehensive reform is possible.

2009 Oregon Legislative Session Wrap-Up Report

While 2009 was a year of tough challenges and unprecedented economic crisis, significant strides were made on top AARP priorities of health and long-term care as well as consumer protections.

Finding Work at 50+

Have you recently been laid off? What are the secrets to finding a great career in a down economy? Join AARP, Life by Design NW and PCC at a special workshop for older workers.

Join the AARP OR Online Community

Find out what AARP is working on in Oregon, get in touch with fellow Oregonians and others, and become involved with the issues in your community that matter most to you. You can also become “a friend” of AARP Oregon and stay connected.

Online Community Options:

• Oregon Health Action Now (health care reform info and resources)
• Oregon ECOnect (financial and job search/career tips, info and resources)
• Oregon CareConnect (caregiving and long-term care tips, info and resources)
• Oregon Press Center (clearinghouse of news releases, testimony, publications and more)

Become an Agemaster

Check out a new program from Oregon State University, in cooperation with AARP Oregon, designed to offer concise, practical guidance for helping you age healthy and well.

Restoring Oregon's Long-Term Care Promise

Oregon's long-term care system was once a national model. It's now in deep jeopardy. Learn more, and about how you can help make a difference and ensure Oregonians receive the independence, choice and dignity they deserve.

Your Health: Health Care Quality & Patient Safety 101

Learn more about partnering with your health care provider and helping ensure the quality of your health care—getting the right care in the right way at the right time.

Creating Livable Communities for an Aging Society

Learn more about innovative efforts underway and how to make your community age-friendly and maintain independence.

'Doughnut Hole' Calculator Helps Avoid Gap

Each year, millions of Medicare Part D enrollees fall into the "doughnut hole," the coverage gap in which they must pay all prescription drugs costs. This Web-based calculator, will help you see if you're nearing the gap, find less expensive, therapeutically similar drugs, and check if you qualify for Medicare's Extra Help.