As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
This November, Governor Evers has officially proclaimed it National Family Caregivers Month in Wisconsin to recognize the contributions, commitment, and sacrifices made by America’s 63 million family caregivers every single day.
We know how impactful $1,000 can be. This is our way of extending some seed money to get these projects off the ground. Next deadline: September 27, 2025.
November is Veterans and Military Families Month, a designation that honors and thanks our nation’s veterans and their families through ceremonies and celebrations.
Connect with AARP Wisconsin staff, volunteers and other members for a special discounted performance of “Les Miserables” on Wednesday, March 28, at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 929 North Water St., Milwaukee.
Do you live in the Fox Valley area? Would you be interested in seeing a movie at no cost? If so, you and a guest are invited to a free screening of Only the Brave starring Jeff Bridges, Josh Brolin, Miles Teller, Taylor Kitsch and Jennifer Connelly. The free screening will be offered on Thursday, Jan. 11, at 1:30 p.m. at Valley Grand Cinema, W3091 Van Roy Rd., Appleton. Click here to order for your free tickets.
AARP Wisconsin supports a pending bill in the Wisconsin State Legislature, called the Caregiver Tax Credit. The bill would create an income tax credit that reimburses family caregivers for 50% of their annual caregiving costs up to $1,000.