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🚨 🚨 🚨 A lapse in funding will halt Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits in November, leaving millions of older adults at risk of going hungry this holiday season. AARP Foundation is rushing urgent funding to local organizations and food banks to provide food to older adults who can’t afford groceries — but we need your help. We are matching contributions, dollar for dollar, up to a total of $750,000. Please rush a donation today to help ensure older adults have enough to eat in November and beyond.

Age discrimination is something many professionals encounter, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. If you’ve experienced age bias at work, knowing your rights and understanding your options can make a real difference. Explore the steps you can take to address age discrimination and help create a fairer workplace for all. Learn more about age discrimination and ways to fight back: http://spr.ly/60457ERfb

I am truly inspired by the six individuals we honored at last night's AARP Purpose Prize Award celebration. Their stories are proof that decades of life experience, combined with a commitment to serve, can be a powerful force for good. Congratulations to our six winners, each one working to solve pressing social challenges in their communities and demonstrating what it truly means to live with purpose. This annual award recognizes nonprofit leaders who use their knowledge, life experience, and dedication to create lasting impact. Our 2026 winners are addressing urgent needs nationwide, including expanding access to health care and education, improving broadband availability, creating workforce opportunities, conserving natural resources, and advancing mental health and community engagement. Each honoree will receive $75,000 to support their organization, along with a year of technical assistance to help expand their reach and impact.    Learn more about teach of these 50-plus changemakers:  https://lnkd.in/esNhBA47 #PurposePrize #CommunityImpact #Changemakers

The annual Social Security cost-of-living adjustment plays a crucial role in supporting older Americans, helping ensure retirement income keeps pace with inflation. AARP has fought for Social Security for decades – including to protect the COLA from those who wanted to make cuts. Over the past year, many older Americans have been financially squeezed, and Social Security is an important key to their financial health. It isn’t just a source of income – it’s a lifeline of independence and dignity, for tens of millions of older Americans. Yet even with the COLA, 77% of older adults still face challenges covering basic expenses.   At AARP, we are steadfast in our commitment to protecting and strengthening Social Security. Today, with Congress facing a deadline of 2034 to ensure Social Security can continue making its payments in full, we are committed to working on a bipartisan basis to ensure this vital program can deliver on its promise of financial security for the years to come. Americans have earned their Social Security over years of hard work, and AARP will fight to ensure people everywhere can keep what they’ve earned. #SocialSecurity #FinancialSecurity #COLA

Join us live on Wednesday, October 22 at 10 AM ET for a 30-minute LinkedIn Live conversation. We’ll cover coping with job loss, training for new roles, navigating remote work, using AI in your job search, and free resources for job seekers 40+. Don’t miss it!

“So, tell me about yourself.” Chances are, a hiring manager has asked you this before in an interview. It sounds simple, but answering it incorrectly could cost you a prospective job. Here’s how to craft a response that highlights your skills and shows the value you bring to a role. #aboutyourself #jobinterview #interviewtips #selfpromotion #jobhelp #aarp

World Menopause Day is a reminder that menopause is a natural life stage that can affect employees’ well-being and comfort at work - yet it’s rarely discussed. AARP research finds that most employers and workers agree: more support, understanding, and open conversation are needed in the workplace. Learn more: http://spr.ly/6044dGmdM #WorldMenopauseDay #MenopauseAwareness

Every day, age-related biases affect hiring decisions that lead to experienced adults being unfairly overlooked. What’s also often overlooked is that older adults bring wisdom, adaptability, and deep industry knowledge to their roles. Multigenerational teams benefit from these strengths, leading to better decision-making and a more resilient workplace. At AARP, we champion experienced workers as mentors, innovators, and role models who inspire colleagues of all ages, while working to build a job market where age is never a barrier to opportunity. How has working alongside colleagues of different ages enriched your professional experience?

At the rehabilitation hospital, every visit from Domenick Scudera and his therapy dogs — some with only two legs — brings comfort, connection, and a reason to smile. A lifelong dog lover, Domenick rescues dogs, helps them recover, and trains them as therapy pets. As a volunteer, he shares that love each week with patients, bringing hope and encouragement during difficult times. His story shows how volunteering strengthens not only those we serve, but also our own sense of purpose and joy. AARP Members can read Domenick's story, here: http://spr.ly/6047A0k5N

As America’s workforce ages — and more retirees return amid inflation — employers have a powerful opportunity to support financial wellbeing and retain experienced talent. According to Rodney Bolden of Morgan Stanley at Work, meeting the needs of older employees means strengthening four key benefits: ✅ Retirement readiness through education, auto-enrollment, and one-on-one guidance ✅ Emergency savings to protect long-term retirement funds ✅ Financial coaching for personalized planning and confidence ✅ Equity compensation to boost engagement and wealth-building Supporting older workers strengthens businesses, families and the economy. Read the full article: http://spr.ly/6048AL4Xn