AARP Connecticut

We invite you to enter AARP Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo sweepstakes where 1 winner will receive up to 10 free admissions and a staff‑member‑led private tour lasting 1 to 2 hours. The sweepstakes close on April 3, 2026, at 4 p.m. ET. To Enter & Rules: spr.ly/6014B6no7y

On tomorrow’s episode of Coffee & Tea at 9am, Representative Kara Rochelle talks about her role as Deputy Majority Leader, 2026 legislative priorities, committees she serves on, and more. Debuts on our Facebook page or this direct link to our YouTube page: spr.ly/6012B6pRwK

A victory we secured two years ago is in trouble. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is proposing the repeal of federal nursing home staffing standards... Rules that would ensure our loved ones don't miss their medications, go hungry, and develop bedsores.

Join us for Pickleball! AARP CT is offering 3 free pickleball clinics in March. The first 2 are beginner level clinics and the 3rd is intermediate. Register now for March 5 at spr.ly/6017h0dPW, March 12 at spr.ly/6019h0dPU and March 19 at spr.ly/6010h0dPq

According to AARP’s latest Vital Voices survey, financial pressures are pushing many Connecticut residents 45+ to consider leaving the state. Learn more from AARP CT State Director Nora Duncan & find the report at spr.ly/6018htebr spr.ly/6019htebT

Multi-bed rooms do not provide nursing home residents with safety, privacy, or dignity. AARP CT opposes delays in implementation of a 2024 law phasing out 3-and 4-person nursing home rooms because people deserve a safe and comfortable place to live where they can feel at home.

Tomorrow's Coffee & Tea at 9am, @CTSOTS Stephanie Thomas talks about her role, a variety of voting topics such as early voting, key priorities for the 2026 Legislative Session, and more. Debuts on our Facebook page or this direct link to our YouTube page: spr.ly/6010he1DA

Fraud victims have already suffered life-changing financial losses. Congress can deliver much-needed financial relief. Clark explains how the Tax Relief for Victims of Crimes, Scams, and Disasters Act can help.

Celebrate Black History Month with a look at The Tuskegee Airmen - the first Black military pilots - who trained against the odds, flew into danger for a country that didn’t yet grant them full equality & changed the US military. Feb 11 at 1pm: spr.ly/6017hM4iX

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

Tomorrow’s new episode of Coffee & Tea at 9am, we are joined by @CTLTCOP Mairead Painter to talk about past legislative sessions, key priorities for the 2026 legislative session & more. Debuts on our Facebook page or this direct link to our YouTube page: spr.ly/6016hyIre

.@wherewelive there are nearly 733k family caregivers in CT & we are seeking a caregiver tax credit to offset set the average of $7200 they spend out of pocket annually to help loved ones. Thanks for covering #caregiving

Volunteers are essential & vital as we advocate on issues impacting families, provide valuable educational resources, & host free fun events. Hear how Margaret from Stratford gives back, changes lives & makes a difference as an AARP Connecticut volunteer: spr.ly/6016hGLdI

Volunteers are essential & vital as we advocate on issues that impact families, provide valuable educational resources, & host free fun events. Hear how Jim from Cheshire gives back, changes lives & makes a difference as an AARP Connecticut volunteer at spr.ly/6015CAzTW

New: AARP Connecticut’s 2026 legislative session priorities are to ensure the availability and affordability of quality services, critical safety net programs, and strong consumer protections Connecticut residents depend on. Learn about them here: spr.ly/6014C012e

We are getting a head start on the 2026 Legislative Session. app.publicnewsservice.org/story/aarp-ct-… We look forward to working with @CTSenateDems @CTSenateGOP @cthousegop @CTHouseDems @GovNedLamont Happy New Year

Making New Year’s Resolutions? Consider one that will enrich your life as well as others – volunteer. AARP Connecticut volunteers are vital. Whether it is behind the scenes or public facing, AARP offers a variety of ways to get involved. Learn more at spr.ly/6182CKzTp

AARP Connecticut announced the 10 top-scoring livable communities across the state, as part of the 10th anniversary of the AARP Livability Index™ platform ─ the most comprehensive, web-based tool of its kind. See Connecticut's top 10: spr.ly/6019CraBL

A new report shows that the negotiated Rx prices are 50% lower: spr.ly/6017Cubvf

On tomorrow’s new episode of Coffee & Tea at 9am, @SenHarding30 talks about his responsibilities as the Senate Minority Leader, legislative priorities and more. Debuts on our Facebook page or this direct link to our YouTube page: spr.ly/6018COGI8