The November issue of AARP Bulletin offers readers the latest news updates and stories – from the rise in programs nationwide that allow residents to pay property taxes via volunteering to saving big bucks at departments stores. The following are highlights from this month’s Bulletin.

AARP’s Public Policy Institute announced the 100 top-scoring livable communities across the U.S., as part of the AARP Livability Index™ Top 100. However, the data shows that most of the highest scoring communities lack affordable housing and accessibility options, underscoring the need for local leaders to implement policies that address rising housing costs, insufficient supply of housing options, and growing income inequality

AARP Chief Executive Officer Jo Ann Jenkins released the following statement in response the Department of Labor’s proposed rule to protect Americans from conflicts of interest when financial professionals give retirement investment advice.

AARP strongly supports new bipartisan legislation, the Alleviating Barriers for Caregivers Act, which would make it easier for family caregivers to navigate key health care programs.

WASHINGTON—AARP Chief Executive Officer Jo Ann Jenkins released the following statement in response to today’s announcement of a 3.2% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), or an average of $59...