The first issue of AARP Bulletin in 2025 examines the physician shortage crisis and what it means for older adults. Additionally, this month’s issue provides insights on how to handle data breaches, tips for traveling with a medical device, a spotlight on the work of ombudsmen in nursing homes, and a message to our members from new AARP CEO Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan.

List prices for the 25 top Medicare Part D drugs not currently selected for Medicare drug price negotiation have increased by an average of 98 percent—or nearly doubled—since they first entered the market, according to a new report from AARP’s Public Policy Institute released today. The report also found that, on average, more than 40 percent of the current list prices for the top 25 drugs is due to price increases that have occurred after the products first entered the market. These findings highlight the importance of a 2022 law that addresses high prescription drug prices and drug price increases.

Due to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles and in consideration of the families and communities impacted, we will postpone AARP’s Annual Movies for Grownups Awards originally scheduled to take place Saturday, January 11, 2025 in Beverly Hills. We extend our sympathies to all who are affected. AARP will provide a new date and time for the awards as soon as possible.

Beginning today through March 5, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern, AARP invites local eligible non-profit organizations and governments across the country to apply for the 2025 AARP Community Challenge grant program. AARP Community Challenge grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and more. Now in its ninth year, the program is part of AARP’s nationwide Livable Communities initiative, which supports the efforts of cities, towns, neighborhoods and rural areas to become great places to live for all residents, especially those age 50 and older.

Older Americans are increasingly interested in using technology to live in their current homes and communities. Now, new research conducted by AARP and the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® finds that 80% of older Americans currently own at least one type of tech that enables aging at home, and over half express a high likelihood of buying and adapting more of these emerging technologies.

Today, nonprofit founders around the country will be able to apply for the AARP Purpose Prize Award and have the chance to win $75,000 and a year of support and resources for their organization.

Today, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement on the first day the new $2,000 annual out-of-pocket spending cap for prescription drugs goes into effect for our nation’s nearly 56 million Medicare Part D enrollees.

WASHINGTON— Today, the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia issued a resounding judgment in the class action case Brown, et al v. District of Columbia, finding that the District of...

WASHINGTON—Today, AARP CEO Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan released the following statement in response to the passing of former President Jimmy Carter: With the passing of former President Jimmy...

AARP created The Ethel® Facebook community - named for AARP’s founder Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus – to help older women find and connect with other women.

WASHINGTON — AARP will return to CES 2025 to spotlight the explosive trends in AgeTech and showcase the latest innovations from the startups and companies in its AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP. Newly appointed CEO Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan will join industry thought leaders in sharing insights on key topics and innovations shaping the future of care and healthy aging. The AgeTech Collaborative is excited to help lead the Digital Health Summit, where experts will explore the role of technology in transforming healthcare for older adults.

WASHINGTON — AARP’s national 2024 Home and Community Preferences Survey reveals that a strong majority of adults aged 50 and older (75%) wish to remain in their current homes as they age, and 73% hope to stay in their communities — significantly higher than younger adults aged 18-49 (60% and 63%, respectively) — but existing housing policies and community infrastructure are not keeping pace with this increasing need.

The December 2024/January 2025 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM) gives readers a closer look into the lives of their favorite celebrities and reveals some of the biggest trends of 2024/2025.

The momentum in Michelle Yeoh’s career appears endless, even after her historical Best Actress Oscar win in 2023. In the December 2024/January 2025 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM), the award-winning actress, 62, tells ATM about her desire to continue growing as an actress, her family upbringing, and honoring the past Asian actresses that have paved the way for her success.

AARP The Magazine today announced nominees for the annual Movies for Grownups® (MFG) Awards, with A Complete Unknown, Conclave, Emilia Pérez, Gladiator II and September 5 for Best Picture/Best Movie for Grownups.

A new 2024 AARP Fraud Watch Network report highlights the ways criminals are targeting consumers this holiday season.

SEATTLE — Today, AARP, the Alzheimer’s Disease Data Initiative (AD Data Initiative), and the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) at the University of Washington announced the Dementia Risk Reduction Project, a new collaboration to study how factors -- air pollution, alcohol use, depression, diabetes, high body mass index, hearing loss, hypertension, low education, physical inactivity, social isolation, smoking, and traumatic brain injury—vary by state and their correlation to dementia. The research will explore causal links between each factor and dementia, providing valuable information for both consumers and policymakers to address dementia risks in their communities.

WASHINGTON — Today, AARP released a poll of voters from the 43 most competitive congressional districts this election season.

Voters ages 50 and older were key in the 2024 election. Data shows that across the country, older voters made up 55% of the electorate, and that winning the 50+ vote was key to winning races up and down the ballot around the country. AARP’s survey found House Republicans won voters 50+ by a 50% - 47% margin while these districts were a dead heat among voters overall, allowing Republicans to maintain a narrow advantage in the House of Representatives.

AARP, the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age, announced today that Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan will serve as its next CEO.

This month, AARP Bulletin details how technology is aiding in advancing longevity. From new tech that can help adults stay in their homes for more years to a deep dive on medical triumphs in extending a person’s healthy years, this issue helps readers stay informed of the most important and relevant advancements available.

LAS VEGAS–Today, AARP Nevada released its second 2024 statewide election survey that shows candidates for President, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Nevadans ages 50 and older, who make up an outsized portion of the electorate. Eighty-nine percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” to cast a ballot in November, a 4-point increase since AARP Nevada’s first poll, released in June. Among older Hispanic and Latino voters, 84% say their motivation to vote is 10-out-of-10, an uptick of 9 points since June.

WASHINGTON—AARP The Magazine announced today that Glenn Close will receive this year’s Movies for Grownups® Career Achievement Award. Close—critically acclaimed actress of stage and screen...

LANSING, Mich.—Today, AARP Michigan released its second 2024 statewide election survey, finding that candidates should pay close attention to Michiganders ages 50 and older, who make up an...

WASHINGTON—In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene and the emerging threat of Hurricane Milton, AARP Foundation is working closely with local organizations on the ground to deliver critical aid to those in need, particularly older adults, including essential resources like food, shelter and home repair, legal aid services and more.

AARP Chief Executive Officer Jo Ann Jenkins released the following statement in response to today’s announcement of a XX% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), or an average of $XX more per month, in Social Security income:

PHOENIX—Today, AARP Arizona released its second statewide election survey that shows candidates for President, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Arizonans ages 50 and older. Ninety-two percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” to vote in this election, a 6-point increase since AARP Arizona’s first poll, released in June.

According to a new AARP survey exploring the second half of life, most older adults have an optimistic outlook on life and expect their lives to improve as they get older. Nearly 9 in 10 are at least somewhat optimistic about their future, with half being extremely or very optimistic.

Today, AARP Foundation announced two new members of its board of directors: Beth Chandler and Lofton Holder. The board of directors is the governing body of AARP Foundation, a charitable affiliate of AARP, which works for and with older adults to reduce senior poverty.

A new AARP study reveals that adults ages 50 and older are increasingly embracing new technology such as artificial intelligence (AI), navigation apps, and airline websites for their travel needs.

The October issue of AARP Bulletin explores the ways Medicare costs could grow for individuals in the coming year, the best tips to avoid emotional manipulation by scammers, and travel apps that can help you save money.

The October/November 2024 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM) gives readers a closer look into the lives of their favorite celebrities and reveals some of the biggest trends of 2024.

HARRISBURG, Pa.–Today, AARP Pennsylvania released its second statewide election survey that shows candidates for President, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to...

A new AARP study reveals a positive shift over the past five years in how adults 50-plus are portrayed online. Overall, negative sentiment in online media and marketing images dropped from 28% in 2018 to just 10% in 2023.

Samuel L. Jackson, winner of an Honorary Academy Award and a BAFTA award, is best known for his numerous acting and producing credits. However, in the October/November 2024 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM), Jackson, 75, discussed his life beyond his career, including his health, his generosity, and his ancestry.

WASHINGTON — A new AARP poll reveals that the majority of women voters aged 50 and over are increasingly worried about the country’s economic challenges, with 69% reporting worsening economic security for seniors. Rising costs are also a major concern, with 79% citing housing, 78% grocery, and 66% medical care costs as worsening. An overwhelming 80% of women voters 50+ say elected officials are not addressing the financial challenges they face.

MADISON, Wis.—Today, AARP Wisconsin released its second 2024 statewide election survey, demonstrating that candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to...

Americans over 50 are a boon to, not a drain on, the economy. And while researchers have long known that maintaining social connections is critical to mental health, it is also linked to a stronger immune system, lower blood pressure and a longer life. These findings and more are featured in The Second Fifty: Answers to the 7 Big Questions of Midlife and Beyond (W. W. Norton & Company), the new book from Debra Whitman, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Public Policy Officer.

HELENA, Mont.—Today, AARP Montana released a 2024 statewide election survey revealing that candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Montanans ages 50...

WASHINGTON—The September issue of AARP Bulletin guides readers through the latest science when it comes to long COVID, the best tips to spot and avoid home energy scams, and a bevy of ways to...

Today, AARP announced the winners of the AARP Purpose Prize award. This annual award recognizes extraordinary nonprofit founders age 50 or older who are using their knowledge and life experience to make a difference. AARP will award each Purpose Prize winner $50,000 for their organization.

WASHINGTON—The African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME) and Plaintiffs, represented by attorneys from AARP Foundation, Milberg, Leiff Cabraser, Kantor & Kantor, LLP, Osborne & Francis, and other firms have reached a contingent settlement agreement in the class action lawsuit concerning the misappropriation of retirement funds. The settlement is subject to Court approval. Litigation continues against the remaining defendants, including Newport Group Inc. and Symetra Life Insurance Co.

WASHINGTON—Today, AARP released a new report detailing the savings from an important new protection for our nation’s 56 million Medicare drug plans enrollees. The savings, thanks to a provision in the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act that AARP championed, will cap out-of-pocket prescription drug costs every year, beginning at $2,000 in January 2025. The report analyzes the number of enrollees that will benefit from the cap by state, age, gender, and race between 2025 and 2029. The findings indicate that Medicare drug plan enrollees who reach the new out-of-pocket cap will see average savings of roughly $1,100, or 56%, in 2025 for their prescription drugs.

Annapolis, Maryland—Today, AARP Maryland released a 2024 statewide election survey, revealing that candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Marylanders ages 50 and older. Maryland residents ages 50 and older make up an outsized portion of the electorate: in the 2020 elections, older voters accounted for 53% of all Maryland voters and in the 2022 mid-terms, they made up 62% of the state’s voters. Eighty-seven percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” to cast a ballot in November, compared with 70% of voters ages 18-49 saying the same.

LANSING, Mich.—Today, AARP Michigan released a 2024 statewide election survey, finding that candidates should pay close attention to Michiganders ages 50 and older, who make up an outsized portion of the electorate. In the 2020 elections, older voters accounted for 55% of all Michigan voters and in the 2022 mid-terms, they made up 60% of the state’s voters. Eighty-eight percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” to cast a ballot in November, 12 points higher than the 76% of voters ages 18-49 who say the same.

Today, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement in response to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announcement of the first Medicare negotiated drug prices as part of the 2022 prescription drug law:

A new AARP study shows that four in five (78%) older adults who identify as LGBTQ+ are concerned about having enough support from family and friends as they get older. At the same time, nearly half (45%) are already living with a chronic condition, disability, or both – a figure that will likely increase as they age. The report, “Dignity 2024: The Experience of LGBTQ+ Older Adults,” examines top concerns of LGBTQ+ adults age 45 and over, from caregiving, to mental health, to finances.

ATLANTA—Today, AARP Georgia released a 2024 statewide election survey, revealing that candidates for president and state races should pay close attention to Georgians ages 50 and older. Georgia residents ages 50 and older make up an outsized portion of the electorate: in the 2020 elections, older voters accounted for 51% of all Georgia voters and in the 2022 mid-terms, they made up 58% of the state’s voters. Eighty-eight percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” to cast a ballot in November, with 70% of voters ages 18-49 saying the same.

COLUMBUS, Ohio—Today, AARP Ohio released a 2024 statewide election survey, revealing that candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Ohioans ages 50 and older. Ohio residents ages 50 and older make up an outsized portion of the electorate: in the 2020 elections, older voters accounted for 56% of all Ohio voters and in the 2022 mid-terms, they made up 65% of the state’s voters. Eighty-nine percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” to cast a ballot in November, with 76% of voters ages 18-49 saying the same.

AARP announces the debut of its inaugural "AARP Pickleball Clinic Tour," commencing in Chicago on July 31st at the Kroc Center Chicago from 5 – 8pm CT. This nationwide tour aims to celebrate...

The August/September 2024 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM) gives readers a closer look into the lives of their favorite celebrities and reveals some of the biggest trends of 2024.

Today, AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins issued the following statement in response to the recent assassination attempt on President Donald Trump:

Today, AARP Wisconsin released a 2024 statewide election survey, showing candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Wisconsinites ages 50 and older. Eighty-five percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” to vote in this election, compared to just 64% of voters ages 18-49.

“99 Great Ways to Save” from AARP Bulletin returns for its 15th edition. This summer, the publication is helping readers make their money work harder for them. Personal finance writers uncover tips and insight for saving on car care, travel, groceries and more.

AARP, which reaches 25MM+ Unique Visitors across its website and flagship app, today launched an expansion of its premium digital content for its millions of members. AARP Members Edition will feature exclusive celebrity content from Sam Waterston and José Andrés, free books from bestselling authors like James Patterson and Ann Cleeves and bold new columns on sex, health and saving money.

Today, AARP – on behalf of the Global Council on Brain Health -- released the ‘Special Report: Hearing Matters for Brain Health,’ highlighting the importance of addressing hearing loss to promote communication and social engagement and reduce the possibility of cognitive decline and dementia. This report comes at a critical time as the growing body of evidence is clear: social isolation and loneliness, which can be associated with hearing loss, are a public health threat. According to U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murphy, the U.S. is in the midst of a loneliness and social isolation epidemic, increasing the risk of premature death and can be as detrimental as smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day.

WASHINGTON—Today, AARP announced it is investing $3.8 million in 343 Community Challenge grants for quick-action projects to help communities become more livable. These grants will improve public places; transportation; housing; digital connections; and more, with an emphasis on the needs of adults ages 50 and older. With this year’s projects, AARP has invested $20.1 million through over 1,700 grants since 2017 to nonprofit organizations and government entities across the country.

Today, one day before the first presidential debate, hundreds of AARP employees and volunteers from all 50 states and nearly two dozen actors from The Creative Coalition will embark on Capitol Hill to urge elected representatives to support family caregivers. According to a recent poll of competitive congressional districts, family caregivers account for 1 in 5 likely voters ages 50+ and cite financial stress as top-of-mind ahead of November. The bipartisan Credit for Caring Act, which AARP has fought hard for, would help cover the $7200 that many families spend yearly on out-of-pocket caring costs.

Today, AARP Nevada released a 2024 statewide election survey that shows candidates for President, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Nevadans ages 50 and older, and the issues they care about.

WASHINGTON– In just the last two years, 30 states have passed legislation to protect homeowners from the predatory practice of filing unfair real estate fee agreements in property records, known...

WASHINGTON—AARP has been named one of The Washington Post’s 2024 Top Workplaces in the Washington, D.C. area. Selection is based solely on employee feedback gathered through an anonymous...

AARP released a poll of likely voters from the 44 most competitive congressional districts this election season. The survey found a generic Republican candidate and generic Democratic candidate tied at 45%, with voters ages 50 and older favoring Republicans, 48% - 44%. By age group, voters 50-64 favor Republicans by a 13-point margin, while voters 65 and older vote for the Democrat by 5-points. Among women, Hispanic, and Black voters ages 50 and older, Democrats lead by 2-points, 15-points, and 65-points, respectively. Voters ages 50 and older will be key to determining who wins in November.

Half (48%) of American adults report having been a victim or intended victim of financial exploitation in the past, according to a new report from AARP. While adults ages 18 to 49 are more likely than older adults to lose money from financial exploitation, older adults are more likely to lose larger amounts.

PHOENIX–Today, AARP Arizona released a 2024 statewide election survey that shows candidates for President, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Arizonans ages 50 and older....

WASHINGTON—A major government contractor has intentionally discriminated against older jobseekers and harmed their employment prospects for years, according to a new class action lawsuit filed in a federal court in Boston by AARP Foundation, Peter Romer-Friedman Law PLLC, and Outten & Golden LLP.

WASHINGTON—AARP Bulletin’s June cover story offers insight that could be a relief to those experiencing chronic pain — which afflicts over a quarter of the population age 45 and older....

A new report from AARP reveals that half (50%) of adult caregivers have avoided personal trips with their care recipient. The primary reason preventing caregiver travel is the physical health of their care recipients (37%). Among caregivers who traveled, their biggest concern was the fear of being unable to access medical assistance when needed (33%).

More than half (60%) of veterans ages 45 and older are unaware that the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers grant funding to modify their homes, according to a new AARP survey.

AARP launched the Veterans Home Modification Benefits Guide to help veterans and service members navigate the VA’s $150 million in funding to buy, build or modify a home to meet their long-term needs.

The June/July 2024 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM) gives readers a closer look into the lives of favorite celebrities and reveals some of 2024’s biggest trends.

Jon Bon Jovi is determined to deliver one clear message in his new music: Live your truth. In the June/July 2024 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM), Bon Jovi, now 62, is still living...

An estimated 141.5 million adults (42%) have had money or sensitive information stolen through fraud, according to a new AARP Fraud Watch Network report.

Today, AARP Pennsylvania released a 2024 statewide election survey that shows candidates for President, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Pennsylvanians ages 50 and older. Eighty-percent of voters ages 50+ report that candidates’ positions on Social Security are important in deciding whom to vote for in November, followed by Medicare (73%), helping people stay in their homes as they age (69%), and the cost of prescription drugs (67%).

AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins issued the following statement in response to the Medicare and Social Security Trustees Reports released today:

WASHINGTON—The May edition of AARP Bulletin offers readers professional tips to solve 26 everyday problems. Bulletin editors sought guidance from dozens of top professional field readers’...

“Everyone in America should have access to a fast, fair, and open internet to get conduct work, buy goods, access health care and stay connected to family and friends. That’s why AARP supports the FCC’s decision to reinstate net neutrality."

A new AARP survey finds that 20% of adults ages 50+ have no retirement savings, and more than half (61%) are worried they will not have enough money to support them in retirement. The findings also reveal a decline in overall sense of financial security among men, 42% of whom describe their financial situation as “fair” or “poor,” up from 34% in the beginning of 2022. However, roughly 40% of men who are regularly saving for retirement believe they are saving enough, compared to just 30% of women.

Today, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy & Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement in response to the Department of Labor’s (DOL) release of its final “Retirement Security Rule”:

WASHINGTON-- AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement in response to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services final...

Today, to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the White House Care Executive Order recognizing family caregivers as a national priority, AARP is releasing a fact sheet outlining federal progress made in the last year to support caregivers’ rapidly growing needs. In addition, AARP is releasing resources outlining the organization’s advocacy at the state level, as well as resources for family caregivers.

This month, the cover story of the April AARP Bulletin features the real-life stories of fraud—and the ways law enforcement and AARP fraud specialists advise to avoid them.

Today, AARP and The DAISY Foundation announced a collaboration between the two organizations to recognize the value of nurses to help improve nursing job satisfaction and retain more nurses in the profession. New data released by AARP today found that 96% of Americans aged 50 + believe more should be done to recognize the value of nurses.

WASHINGTON—The April/May 2024 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM) gives readers a closer look into the lives of their favorite celebrities and reveals some of the biggest trends of 2024....

AARP Chief Executive Officer Jo Ann Jenkins announced her decision to step down when her contract expires at the end of the year.

In the April/May 2024 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM), Shields, 58, reflects upon her early career and the challenges she faced, and continues to face, as a mom, actor, model and author.

Today, AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins issued the following statement in response to President Biden’s State of the Union address:

Today, AARP announced the 167 banks, credit unions and financial advisory firms that earned the BankSafe Trained Seal in recognition of the steps they’ve taken to curb financial exploitation.

The March 2024 issue of AARP Bulletin will offer readers an array of helpful tips – from navigating tax season as an older American to advice on how to avoid common and timely scams. Plus, our cover story notes good news in the world of Alzheimer’s treatment.

Women voters age 50 and older are the biggest wild card vote in the 2024 election, divided almost evenly on their preferred presidential candidate, according to a new AARP poll. These voters share common concerns about their financial security, wellbeing, the political divide, and the overall future of the country.

Today, AARP applauds the introduction of the Connecting Caregivers to Medicare Act, bipartisan and bicameral legislation that would require the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to promote the 1-800-MEDICARE helpline to make it easier for family caregivers to get the information they need to help their loved ones make the most of their Medicare coverage.

WASHINGTON—Today, AARP announced peer-to-peer (P2P) payment platforms PayPal and Venmo have become the first such platforms to roll out its newest BankSafe training and resources. BankSafe’s...

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is providing free in-person and virtual tax assistance and preparation now through April 15.

This Valentine's Day, join Wish of a Lifetime from AARP for its 11th annual Cupid Crew effort to send love and deliver cards and roses to older adults, fostering intergenerational connections with those who may be at risk for social isolation.

Today AARP applauds the reintroduction of the Credit for Caring Act, bipartisan legislation that would provide up to a $5,000 nonrefundable federal tax credit for working family caregivers who routinely cut back on their own health care or dip into their savings each year.

WASHINGTON—The February/March 2024 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM) gives readers a closer look into the lives of their favorite celebrities while revealing some of the biggest trends of 2024....

Robert De Niro, two-time Academy Award winner and AARP Movies for Grownups® Best Supporting Actor, is not one to look back – despite an illustrious 60-year career. In the February/March 2024 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM), the legendary actor reveals the tenderness behind his tough exterior as he reflects on life as a father and surprises readers with his career’s proudest moments.

AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement today following the House Budget Committee vote approving fiscal commission proposals that include Social Security and Medicare

AARP The Magazine has unveiled the winners of the annual Movies for Grownups® (MFG) Awards with Killers of the Flower Moon taking the top honor for Best Picture/Best Movie for Grownups. Every year, AARP spotlights films and TV content that feature crucial issues, thoughtful storylines and the most talented grownup filmmakers and performances that speak directly to a powerful 50-plus audience.

Beginning today through March 6, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern, AARP invites local eligible non-profit organizations and governments across the country to apply for the 2024 AARP Community Challenge grant program.

AARP The Magazine today announced the nominees for the annual Movies for Grownups® (MFG) Awards, with Barbie, The Color Purple, Killers of the Flower Moon, Maestro, and Oppenheimer for Best Picture/Best Movie for Grownups category. For more than two decades, AARP’s Movies for Grownups initiative has championed movies for grownups, by grownups, by advocating for the 50-plus audience and encouraging films and TV shows that resonate with older viewers. This year, Movies for Grownups Awards winners will be announced in the February/March issue of AARP The Magazine – America’s most read magazine.