AR: Senior Issues
AARP Offers Support to Arkansas Veterans, Military Families
In Arkansas, an advocacy group focusing on the 50-plus population is helping meet the needs of Natural State veterans by providing free resources…
AARP Warns Arkansas Seniors of Spike In Fraud, Scams
Consumer scams are on the rise, especially online, and AARP Arkansas is warning residents with tips on how to avoid becoming a victim of fraud or …
AARP Provides Resources for Caregivers During Women's History Month
In celebration of Women's History Month, AARP Arkansas is sharing resources and information affecting women ages 50 and up, specifically women who …
AARP Priority: Connecting More Arkansans to High-Speed Internet
Broadband internet is increasingly seen as a necessity, but many rural Arkansas communities still lack high-speed broadband service. Arkansas ranks 4…
AARP Has Tips to Avoid Latest Holiday Scams, Fraud
The holiday shopping season is already in full swing, and AARP Arkansas has some tips on how to avoid becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft…
Group Pushes to Educate Arkansas Voters Ahead of General Elections
As the Nov. 8 midterm election fast approaches, there has been an urgent push for more voter education and candidate engagement in Arkansas. AARP …
Where There's a Will, There's a Way to Protect Loved Ones, Assets
August is National Make-a-Will Month, a reminder for people to get their affairs in order to avoid unintentionally burdening their families when they …
My Health Care Tracker Tool Helps Medicare Recipients Prevent Fraud
A new tool aims to help older adults in Arkansas and beyond who receive Medicare track what happens at their doctor appointments. It also can help …
Older Arkansans Face Mental-Health Challenges During COVID-19
As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, Arkansas health officials are reminding older adults of resources available, as the social …
Report: Arkansans Face Barriers to Medicaid Enrollment
Some Arkansans who are eligible for Medicaid have trouble applying for it, according to a new report. Community advocates want administrators and …
CDC Report: Arkansas has 14th Highest Rate of Older-Adult Falls
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. -- Falls are the leading cause of death among individuals age 65 and older, and new data from the Centers for Disease Control and …
Millions of Older Adults Unaware They Qualify for Benefits
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.-- Low-income, older adults struggling to make ends meet during the pandemic may be unaware of federal benefit programs that could …