ID: Senior Issues
Future of Social Security in spotlight at AARP ID town hall
The future of Social Security is a priority issue for many voters across the country. The interest on Social Security Trust Funds will run out of …
Report: Congress needs to act quickly, wisely on Medicare teleheath provisions
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 …
AARP grants of $49,000 support rural ID communities, housing
AARP has selected four projects in Idaho to receive $49,000 in grants. The projects were chosen by the organization's annual Community Challenge …
ID award for volunteers who 'enrich lives' open for nominations
AARP Idaho is seeking nominations in the state for its prestigious award for outstanding volunteers. The Andrus Award for Community Service is named …
AARP Community Challenge open to ID project ideas
A program to fund ideas for improving communities is now open to applications. The AARP Community Challenge grant program is accepting applications …
Indoor air quality in long-term care facilities suffers during wildfires
By Kylie Mohr for KFF Health News.Broadcast version by Eric Tegethoff for Northern Rockies News Service reporting for the KFF Health News-Public News …
Tax filing fears? Free assistance available in ID
People feeling stressed out about tax season have an option for free assistance in Idaho. The AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program is setting up sites …
ID officials recognize critical role of family caregivers
Idaho officials are holding an event in the capitol to recognize family caregivers during National Family Caregiver Month. Lieutenant Governor Scott …
Advocates urge Congress to fix Social Security before cuts necessary
Social Security is a critical benefit for older Americans, which is why advocates want Congress to start working now to ensure the program is …
To prevent fraud, better to be 'rude' than 'robbed'
Fraud prevention experts are getting the word out in Idaho on how to avoid scams. Events across the state in October aim to help people identify and …
ID Event to Help Idahoans Prepare for Disasters
Next week, AARP Idaho is holding a town hall on preparing for disasters before they strike. On Tuesday, the regional Federal Emergency Management …
ID Voter Registration Law Could Hurt Ballot Measures' Chances
Voter registration has changed in Idaho. Along with reducing the number of eligible voters, critics say it could also hurt ballot initiatives' …