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Help With Hospital Bills in Washington

Assistance now helps cover inpatient expenses, reducing financial shock after a hospital stay.

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Smart Ways to Stay Safe Online

Simple habits—from safer links to strong passwords—reduce risk and protect personal information.

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Holiday Scams Rise—Stay Alert

Seasonal schemes surge as shoppers give. Learn quick checks that keep generosity from becoming costly.

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Setting Priorities for the 2023 Session

A focused agenda aligns advocacy on care, housing, and affordability, guiding action for the year ahead.

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Could Community Hubs Help You Age in Place?

Community hubs could connect services to help you stay home

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AARP Condemns Decision That Puts Crypto Kiosk Profits Ahead of Public Safety

Senate Bill 5280 Dies, Leaving Washington Consumers Vulnerable to Ongoing Fraud

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How A Library Transformed a Small Community

See how a library became a hub for connection and local support

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Challenge Grants Strengthen Washington

Targeted dollars back parks, paths, and gathering places—proof that small grants create big quality-of-life gains.

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Family Caregivers In Washington Provide Vital Care

See how unpaid caregiving shapes health and finances

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AARP Funds Livable Communities in 2025

New awards support projects that improve access, safety, and connection across towns statewide.

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Washington Joins Age- and Dementia-Friendly

A statewide effort expands inclusive planning, improving access, safety, and support for residents of all ages, including those living with memory loss.

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Help Protect Washington Long Term Care Support

See how a vital Washington program supports caregivers

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Who Cares for the Caregiver?

The financial and emotional challenges of caring for a spouse wear on Sammamish resident Michael O’Connell.

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The Science Behind How Our Brains Age

Explore how memory changes over time and learn habits that protect focus, learning, and resilience at every stage of life.

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AARP investing $68,000 in Washington communities as part of nationwide grant program

Four communities across Washington are getting a boost in their work to become more livable for residents of all ages

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Washington Hiker With Parkinsons Inspires Many

Trail community finds strength and support in nature

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Flexible Housing for Every Generation

Policies that allow more home choices help families stay together and support aging in place.

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Honoring Ed Singler's Legacy of Service

Celebrating a legacy of leadership, advocacy, and community impact

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Editorial: Opt-out of WA Cares would cost most more later

I-2124 would make the long-term care program unsustainable, denying many needed funds later in life.

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It Takes More than Love to Care for a Loved One

Chances are, if you aren’t a family caregiver, you know someone who is.

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Help for Washington Caregivers

Find checklists, classes, and trusted guidance to ease stress and support those caring for loved ones.

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Podcast Explores the Aging Brain

Dive into research on cognition and aging with engaging episodes that turn complex science into practical habits.

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AARP Applauds Passage of Housing Bills Creating More Housing Options for an Aging Population

Legislation to increase Washington housing supply to be signed into law

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You Make the Difference

Discover how individual action fuels change, showing how everyday people shape stronger communities and create progress for neighbors across generations.

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Kay Tomlinson Joins AARP Washington Leadership

New leadership brings expertise in fraud prevention and healthy living

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AARP video podcast: "Housing Options for Caregivers"

Washington's "Caring for Caregivers" video podcast series features discussions with local experts, community leaders, and caregivers just like you on a range of topics to help you along your caregiving journey.

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Holiday Tips for Busy Caregivers

Practical strategies help supporters balance traditions, rest, and self-care during a demanding season.

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Managing Money While Caring for Loved Ones

Tools and guidance break down budgeting, benefits, and planning so supporters can manage costs without adding stress to an already demanding role.

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Risk Less. Do More: Protect Yourself from Getting Very Sick with Flu, COVID-19, and RSV this Fall

Cooler weather makes for a nice change from the summer heat—but fall is also the time when more people in Washington get sick from flu, COVID-19, and RSV.

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AARP Washington Podcast - Health, Wealth & Self

We focus on life transitions and new ways to be happy & healthy

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AARP Washington Tackles Gaps in Long-Term Care

Advocates are pressing state lawmakers to ensure Washingtonians living in long-term care facilities receive the same rights — including protection from wrongful discharges or evictions — whether they live in a nursing home, assisted living facility, adult family home or other type of institution.

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Caregiving and the "Sandwich Generation"

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Meet Jaelyn, an Intern Making an Impact

Meet a rising leader whose energy and insight are shaping outreach, advocacy, and the next generation of changemakers.

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Caregiving and LGBTQ Voices Podcast

A candid conversation explores inclusion, challenges, and resources for LGBTQ caregivers and families.

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Spokane Leader Joins AARP Washington Council

New council member brings decades of public health expertise

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Housing Wins for Washington Communities

Smart policies and local action expand attainable homes, showing how housing solutions can strengthen families and communities.

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Grants Build a More Livable Washington

Quick-action funding sparks safer streets, better access, and welcoming spaces in neighborhoods statewide.

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How Technology Supports Family Caregiving

Discover how tech tools can ease the challenges of family caregiving

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Finding Joy And Meaning In Caregiving

Ways to protect your emotional health while you care

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Think You’ll Never Fall? Think Again

Falls can happen when least expected. Get practical tips to reduce risks, stay steady, and protect independence at home and in the community.

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Navigating the Caregiving Journey

Explore what it takes to care for a loved one, from early planning to daily support, with guidance that helps families navigate challenges and find strength.

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New Data Highlights WA Caregiving

Fresh research reveals the scope of unpaid care, underscoring the need for workplace flexibility and support.

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Washington State Taxes: What You’ll Pay in 2025

Here's what to know, whether you're a resident who's working or retired, or if you're considering a move to Washington.

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Video Explains Social Security at 90

A special episode explains an earned benefit’s past, present, and how to safeguard it for future generations.

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Four Washington communities receive Community Challenge grants

A big thank you to all our volunteers who worked so diligently to review more than 70 Community Challenge grant applications from organizations across Washington State.

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Small Grants Make Big Impact

The AARP Community Challenge grants fund quick-turnaround projects that increase community livability and spur long-term progress. This year, Washington State groups won funding for a wide array of projects—from an ADU design competition to a free transit service for older adults.