OR: Senior Issues
Report: Oregonians to save money with prescription drug cost cap in 2025
Tens of thousands of Oregonians are expected to see savings next year when prescription drug costs are capped, according to a new report from AARP…
OR vets have financial aid options for home modifications
Oregon has more than 270,000 veterans. Many of them may not know they're eligible for home modification grants through the U.S. Department of …
Medicare telehealth policies need updating, reapproval, report says
Telehealth has been key to health care in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, but some of the flexibilities for this type of care for Medicare …
Seven OR projects receive AARP livable community grants
Seven projects have been chosen in Oregon to receive grants from AARP. The projects were selected for the Community Challenge grant program…
OR ranks 16th in report on older adults' well-being
A new report looks at the well-being of older Americans. The America's Health Ranking Senior Report showed a mixed bag for the living conditions of …
Nominations open for OR volunteer making impact in their community
AARP Oregon has opened up nominations for its prestigious award for volunteerism. For the Andrus Award for Community Service, the organization will …
Fed funding helps OR address barriers to internet access
Oregon is working to address the state's digital divide with hundreds of millions of dollars in funding. Infrastructure presents the largest …
National Healthcare Decisions Day: Make end-of-life planning early
It's National Healthcare Decisions Day, which highlights the importance of planning for the future when it comes to medical choices. In particular…
International Women's Day: 50+ women make up influential voting bloc
It's International Women's Day, and AARP is highlighting the important role older women will play in this year's election. The organization recently …
Tax-Aide program to the rescue in Oregon
A program to assist people with their taxes has gone live in Oregon. The AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program has sites across the state to help people …
AARP grant 'unique' opportunity to fund community projects in OR
A program that funds ideas for improving communities is now open to applications. The AARP Community Challenge grant program is accepting …
Family caregivers reminded to take care of themselves
November is National Family Caregivers Month and a few tips can help people with these duties. Executive Director of the Oregon organization Aging …