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AARP Included on Bay State Anti-Hunger Panel
AARP Massachusetts has been named to Governor Healey's newly formed Anti-Hunger Task Force, created in response to federal cuts to food assistance. With nearly 1 in 10 older Americans facing food insecurity, AARP says it's essential to have a voice at the table advocating for the health and well-being of older adults.
AARP Massachusetts was appointed to Gov. Maura Healey’s new Anti-Hunger Task Force so that older voices are represented.
Governor Healey signed an Executive Order in July establishing the Massachusetts Anti-Hunger Task Force in response to recent federal cuts to food assistance programs under President Trump. The task force will unite leaders from government, nonprofits, businesses, and impacted communities to develop strategies that protect families, seniors, children, and others from hunger and help Massachusetts build long-term solutions to food insecurity.
Food insecurity affects nearly 1 in 10 older Americans—11.8 million people aged 50+ in 2022, a 25% increase from the year before. For older adults, hunger is not just about food, it’s a serious public health issue tied to higher rates of chronic illness, depression, and loss of independence.
“Older adults who are food insecure are more likely than their food-secure counterparts to have limitations on activities of daily living, have conditions like diabetes and depression, and experience heart attacks. For these reasons, food assistance for low-income older adults is essential,” AARP Massachusetts State Director Jen Benson says in a letter to the governor. You can read the full letter here.
With more than 700,000 members statewide, AARP offers strong advocacy and experience in supporting older residents’ health and financial security. AARP also shares the goal of ending hunger and promoting food security in Massachusetts now and for future generations.
If you think this is a good idea and would like to join in the fight, let us know. Send us an email to ma@aarp.org. AARP advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. Join us in the fight. AARP advocacy volunteers partner with staff at the state and federal levels to influence important legislative issues. You can sign up to be an E-advocate at www.aarp.org/getinvolved.
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