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What's driving the higher costs? 1️⃣ Rising wages 2️⃣ Increasing care needs spr.ly/6018B6Ke4k

Are you looking for a fulfilling way to spend some time? Become a community driver in Vermont! “It’s nice to be there for somebody who needs the help, and sometimes, we’re the only people they see ever,” says community driver, Sara Kurtz. spr.ly/6018hAb32

Curious what AARP Vermont is advocating for this legislative session 🤔? Check out our State Director, Greg Marchildon on @TownMeetingTV talking about our top priorities this year spr.ly/6015B6ynmP #vtpoli

We talked with five seniors about the ways they’ve tackled the challenges of aging in place, plus the essential lessons on how to prepare, stay connected, and remain resilient. Read the story here: nyti.ms/3ORlqRU

Learn more about the vision, priorities, and modernization of the Social Security Administration with Commissioner Frank Bisignano during AARP's free live Q&A. Sign up today: spr.ly/6013hjRFJ

Cuts to public transit don’t just trim budgets—they cut people off. 🚍 Vermonters rely on transit to get to groceries, health care, and community. Leaving them stranded threatens independence and well‑being. Public transit must be protected. spr.ly/6017hbWId #vtpoli

Nearly every state that doesn’t already have a law cracking down on crypto kiosk fraud will consider legislation this year or next year. spr.ly/6019hp9bH

This year, American seniors will save $1.5 BILLION in out-of-pocket expenses. spr.ly/6017hMIEl And additional drugs will be selected and negotiated by Medicare EVERY YEAR going forward. #FairRxPricesNow #MedicationMonday

Thank you, @SenPeterWelch, for voting to advance the GUARD Act to give authorities the tools they need to combat and investigate fraud.

Do YOU have questions for @SenPeterWelch? We're hosting a telephone town hall and we want to hear from you! 🗓️ 2/10 🕒 4 p.m. 📞 833-380-0683 or livestream on the AARP Vermont FB page Can't make it? Email us your questions ahead of time and we will ask them for you! vt@aarp.org

Check out one of our virtual or in-person events this month, celebrating Black History Month. Visit aarp.org/events/find/?c… and filter by "Cultural Connections" #BlackHistoryMonth

It's an election year, and AARP is gearing up to help you get the info you need before you head to the polls. spr.ly/6016CCG4I

Caregiving can be incredibly overwhelming, as families balance helping their loved ones while managing their own day-to-day responsibilities.

Thank you @AGCharityClark for inviting AARP to participate in yesterday's news conference with @MyNBC5 about the top scams in Vermont. By staying informed, sharing resources, and supporting one another, we make it harder for fraudsters to succeed 💪 spr.ly/6018Cx3mr

AARP VT State Director Greg Marchildon joined @VTTreasurer and other lawmakers and health care experts at the statehouse today to announce a new interstate bulk purchasing plan to lower prescription drug costs and make life-supporting medications more affordable for Vermonters.

📢 Grant Opportunity 📢 @AARPLivable is now accepting applications for the 2026 #AARPCommunityChallenge grant program! 🗓️ Apply by March 4 at 5 pm ET / 2 pm PT, if eligible: AARP.org/CommunityChall…

@vermontpublic is right, staying connected with your family, friends, and community is essential to staying healthy. That’s why AARP offers a range of programs to build and maintain relationships in your life. Visit spr.ly/6015CoH6H to learn more. spr.ly/6014CoH6G

👀💊 New year, new changes for Rx prices for Americans with Medicare. ⤵️ spr.ly/6013CY2X3

Here’s: ✅ How your advocacy helped in 2025 ✅ What we’re focusing on as we look to 2026

Our fight for #FairRxPricesNow is having real results for seniors with Medicare: ✅ Lower Rx prices ✅ Yearly Rx spending caps Learn more: spr.ly/6015CperT