VA: Senior Issues
VA advocates upset about prescription drug affordability veto
Gov. Glenn Youngkin has vetoed legislation making prescription drugs more affordable. The bill would have created an independent body to evaluate …
VA seniors can benefit from dual-eligible special-needs plans
Virginia seniors can see daily health and well-being benefits from certain health-care plans. Dual-eligible special-needs plans offer Medicare and …
Advocates urge VA governor to sign prescription-drug affordability bill
With the approval of the Virginia General Assembly, a bill reducing prescription drug prices is sitting on Gov. Glenn Youngkin's desk. The bill …
AARP event prepares Virginians for life after 50
The goal of an AARP Virginia event this weekend is to help people prepare for their 50s and beyond. The "Life at 50-Plus Academy" is a half-day …
AARP VA calls on General Assembly for legislative changes
As the General Assembly session begins, AARP Virginia is calling on lawmakers to tackle key reforms. In particular, they're looking to establish a …
AARP co-hosts webinar on caregiving for veterans
AARP is partnering with the Elizabeth Dole Foundation for a webinar today on the financial impacts of caregiving for veterans. New data show family …
AARP-VA holds workshops on sexual health, dating after 50
Sex and relationships after age 50 are the topics of a series of online workshops hosted by AARP Virginia, starting tonight. The group says the idea …
VA long-term care facilities rank low on national scorecard
A new report finds Virginia's long-term care facilities need improvement to better serve their residents. AARP's Long-Term Care Services and …
Survey: Virginia Needs Lower Prescription Drug Prices
Despite partisan divides on many issues, a new survey shows Virginia voters are like-minded about the need to do something about rising prescription …
Virginia Seniors Get Help with Job Training, Confidence Building
A Virginia program is helping older workers launch their "second act" in the workforce. The Northern Virginia Senior Community Services Employment …
AARP Virginia Hosts Town Hall on Social Security's Importance, Future
AARP Virginia is sponsoring a town hall at 5:30 p.m. at the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia in Richmond about Social Security…
VA Senior Center Grows 'Environmental Wellness' Programs
As the COVID-19 pandemic has subsided, senior centers in Virginia are welcoming back their participants, and one in particular has shifted some of …