#WPIWomenOnWednesdays virtual conversation with Nancy LeaMond, Susan Reinhard, Rep. Debbie Dingell and Congresswoman Jen Kiggans going live in 5min w/ Women & Politics Institute’s Betsy Fischer Martin! wpi-aarp-2.eventbrite.com #WPIevents

Everyone deserves the option to invest in their future. #securechoice in Massachusetts. Too many of us take for granted access to a 401K. Bill H.998 An Act to Encourage Retirement Planning #TeamAARP

Work & Save plans can help the 43% of Massachusetts private sector employees who don't have access to a 401(k) or pension plan. That's why AARP is backing legislation on Beacon Hill. Learn more: spr.ly/6012ueerp

Caregivers need help, not red tape. Thank you, Ed Markey for sponsoring the Alleviating Barriers for Caregivers Act.

Only 3 of the 23 World Food Programme-contracted bakeries were working today in #Gaza. Our teams are working to find more, but those we talk to say they've run out of fuel so cannot bake any more. Our bread is the only food for many people in shelters. Without fuel, this lifeline will be cut.

A person with #dementia will need more care as symptoms worsen over time and there are support systems, resources, and services that can help. Find out more about the types of dementia care services available and how to find them: ow.ly/CARi50Q0eh1.

This week, #AARPAdvocatesNationwide geared up for Election Day and more. See highlights below.

Anticipatory grief is the sadness that many caregivers feel before a loved one dies. It can be especially acute for people caring for those with Alzheimer's and dementia, as UMass Boston gerontology prof Kathrin Boerner tells @BrainandLifemag. brainandlife.org/articles/how-c…

A great session about innovative designs for aging at AARP Massachusetts A&DF summit. Patty Sullivan of @masscoa and LWDA's Ruth Neeman talked about how applying small changes to buildings, transportation, and parks positively impacts inclusion of people of all ages and abilities.

#inclusion #dementiafriendly #agefriendly

Strong leadership and good collaborators at @Mass_EOEA help propel the Age and Dementia-Friendly Movement in Massachusetts. #MApoli Robin hosts this podcast series that brings to life this work. #drivetime listen.

#LivableCommunities are good for everyone, all ages and abilities. aarp.org/livable

We’re talking money at @aarpma’s summit; the various state and private funding sources that support Age and Dementia Friendly efforts; plus, help when it comes to grant applications with MetroWest Health Foundation’s Rebbecca Gallo, Community Foundation for MetroWest’s Caroline Murphy with @aarpma’s Kara Cohen

One of the last sessions of our summit: ways to engage and empower community members to organize around an issue that can lead to real change. A great discussion with walkmass's Brendan Kearney, Maggie Gundersen and AARP Massachusetts's Jessica Costantino

There's a lot to unpack after our Age and Dementia Friendly summit. We met so many people dedicated to making more communities in Massachusetts great places for people of all ages and abilities to live, work and play. Learn more spr.ly/6018ul6gq

In today’s #AARPMinute, why older workers are applying for entry-level jobs, plus celebrities with milestone birthdays in November.

🚨We are doing a weeklong video series!🚨 Join our State Director Jennifer Benson on a tour of the Massachusetts State House to learn about AARP’s legislative priorities for this upcoming session.

Our State Director Jennifer Benson is touring the state house talking about our priorities: Today: Caregiving AARP is fighting for commonsense solutions that will save 780,000 caregivers in Massachusetts money, time, & provide them with support. spr.ly/6014xXAAa

Lowell's Bike Connector was one of our 2024 AARP Community Challenge grantees. They provided older adults with free refurbished bikes, bike helmets, locks and lights! Is there a project we can fund in your community? Apply here: spr.ly/6010aIOmC

Make a difference at the MA State House with AARP Massachusetts #TeamAARP