Family & Relationships

LINK TO THIS ARTICLE IS AT BOTTOM OF THIS POST IF ANYONE WANTS TO READ IT.  🙄 Seems like everyone is retiring from AARP. We lost AARP Lynne, AARP Michael and AARP Sneed. Oh well, I wish them all the best. Really NICE folks!!! I wonder IF AARP will be bringing in Age 18+ employees since they are now AARP members.  🤔 No more just Age 55+. Those days are bye bye.  ☹ By Jo Ann Jenkins, CEO, AARP.Published November 06, 2024. https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/advocacy/info-2024/jo-ann-jenkins-farewell.html

I'm concerned about the upcoming elections. I am not lobbying for any candidate or party; I'm just concerned what may happen to we elder if chaos breaks out? Any ideas for safety would be appreciated. Thank you in advance; see you on the other side 😉

FROM THE ARTICLE - SEE ARTICLE FOR MORE!!! Nursing Home Residents Could Tip Elections, if They Find a Way to Vote. For 2 million people in long-term care, ballot barriers are common. By Maura Kelly Lannan, AARP. Published October 18, 2024. Six weeks before the 2022 primaries, Maurice Miller hadn’t received his mail-in ballot from administrators at his Maryland nursing home. Each time he asked if they’d submitted a ballot application for him, he says he was told not to worry — there was a pandemic-related extension. By the time the retired journalist and IT administrator realized the ballot wasn’t coming and there was no extension, the only voting option was to get to the polls on Election Day. Miller, now 61, who is a functional quadriplegic with some use of his arms, was told to arrange his own transportation. After contacting several Maryland agencies, Miller made it to the polls and voted, but then spent the night in the hospital for observation after h

FROM THE ARTICLE - SEE ARTICLE FOR MORE!!! 10 Fall Aldi Finds You Didn’t Know You Needed. Spice up the fall with these non-food items. By Donna Fuscaldo, AARP. Published October 11, 2024. It's that time of year again to stock up on pumpkin spice cereal and apple cider,  but those aren’t the only fall items you’ll find gracing the shelves at Aldi, the discount supermarket chain with more than 2,400 stores across the country. The supermarket operator is also known for its Aldi Finds, an array of assorted goods that are popular with hardcore shoppers looking for unique buys beyond food. After all, who doesn’t want to go grocery shopping and also pick up a sweater for their pet or an inflatable skeleton for their front lawn this Halloween? https://www.aarp.org/money/budgeting-saving/info-2024/quirky-aldi-fall-finds.html

I don't know how this works so I'll just introduce myself and hopefully find friendships. My name is Delores, I live in Bensalem P. A. I don't know many people here was born and raised in NYC. Trying to break free from being an introvert and mix and mingle and learn how to embrace making it to my sixties. I still work but I want to enjoy the rest of my life as well, live, love, and be happy. But in order to do that I need to get out the house meet new people and do new things any and all suggestions are welcomed. Thanks everyone!

 Iam 70 and left my husband 3 months ago filing for a divorce. I own 51 % of our business married for 15 years. Iam looking for someone who likes to have coffee long distance! Or grab a salad long distance tell me about your day your cats your grand children. Give me encouragement so I can get this divorce over! I use to have girl time with friends they have passed on and now I am alone. How about It? Have Coffee?

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FROM THE ARTICLE - SEE ARTICLE FOR MORE!!! ▶️*** Updated October 09, 2024. ***◀️ AARP, AARP Foundation Raise $500,000 for Hurricane Relief Fund. AARP will match additional donations up to $300,000. By Natalie Missakian, AARP. AARP and AARP Foundation have raised more than $500,000 in less than a week for disaster relief to help victims of Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene, which killed more than 100 people and left millions without power throughout the Southeast. After Hurricane Helene, AARP matched donations dollar for dollar, up to a total of $100,000, with 100 percent of the funds going to organizations providing on-the-ground help to disaster victims. As Hurricane Milton makes landfall AARP has committed to matching an additional $300,000 in funds raised. https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/advocacy/info-2024/hurricane-helene-relief-fund.html

FROM THE ARTICLE - SEE ARTICLE FOR MORE!!! Election officials are working to overcome challenges in storm-ravaged states. By Natalie Missakian, AARP. Published October 04, 2024. Hurricane Helene battered the Southeast last week just as voters were registering and applying for absentee ballots, including in the key battleground states of North Carolina and Georgia, which could determine the outcome of the presidential election. Election officials from Florida to the Carolinas have been working to assess damage, minimize disruptions and get information out to voters amid widespread power outages, flooding and destruction from Helene. https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/advocacy/info-2024/hurricane-helene-voting/

I want to learn Spanish.  There are too many options advertised and across a wide price range.  Wondering if any members have a experience (positive or negative) with any particular tool or method.  Any advise would be appreciated.

FROM ARTICLE - SEE ARTICLE FOR MORE!!! AARP Foundation Launches Hurricane Helene Relief Fund. All donations will go to organizations assisting disaster victims. By Natalie Missakian, AARP. Published October 02, 2024. AARP Foundation has set up a relief fund to help victims of Hurricane Helene, which has killed more than 100 people and left millions without power throughout the Southeast. All funds raised will go to organizations providing on-the-ground help to disaster victims. https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/advocacy/info-2024/hurricane-helene-relief-fund.html

 Hello, I'm new member and retired last year receiving SS Benefit.  Thinking of moving to Arizona and wondering if this will affect my benefits. Any advise would be appreciated. Best regards,Alex

I thought I'd repost my story here.  It's been a rough  5 years for me and my husband.  We married late in life, he was a 47 year old bachelor when we married in 2011. Neither of us had children, and we've been happy, well as happy as "normal" married couples. This all started with my mother's sudden death in early May of 2019.  Undiagnosed pancreatic cancer took her in 2.5 weeks once we found out.  The following May, my aunt (mom's only sister) passed followed by my mother-om-law the very next day.  Aunt-bone cancer, MIL-stroke.  Later that year, in December, my sister-in-law (husband's brother's wife) passed from sepsis.  April of 2022, My husband's sister passed from kidney transplant failure and strokes.  Last September my father-in-law passed from a gallbladder infection.  That was all very hard to deal with in such a short time, but we thought we were done with all the grief for at least a few years.  This was not t

FROM THE ARTICLE - SEE ARTICLE FOR MORE!!! Don’t just set and forget this key part of your estate plan. By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, AARP. Published September 23, 2024. While too many people procrastinate and never get around to drafting a last will and testament, that’s one financial chore you’ve wisely managed to tackle. And simply by having a will, you’re already ahead of the curve. According to the 2024 Wills and Estate Planning Study from Caring.com, only one-third of Americans have prepared a will. The survey found that roughly 40 percent of U.S. adults have put off this crucial financial task because they feel they don’t have enough assets to warrant drafting a will or preparing an estate plan. https://www.aarp.org/money/budgeting-saving/info-2024/times-to-update-your-will.html

FROM THE ARTICLE - SEE ARTICLE FOR MORE!!! Why I Think Florida Is Truly Our Greatest State. Sun, sea, sand, snowbirds and no state income tax. What’s not to love? By Marcia Kester Doyle, AARP Experience Counts. Published September 19, 2024. This is an opinion piece that only reflects the views of the writer and not necessarily those of AARP Experience Counts. I was born and raised in South Florida. I thought I'd eventually move out of state for a change of scenery. But no matter how many places I traveled to, the Sunshine State always lured me back. https://www.aarp.org/experience-counts/florida-greatest-state-case/

FROM THE ARTICLE - SEE ARTICLE FOR MORE!!! AARP Shares Vision for National Plan on Aging. America needs a plan to help its older citizens — and soon. By Jo Ann Jenkins, CEO, AARP. Published September 20, 2024. Most Americans understand the importance of planning to ­secure their economic futures and advance directives to ­prepare for their health care as they age. But for too long, there has been no federal action plan to protect our nation’s growing older population. By 2030, 1 in 5 Americans will be 65 or ­older. Yet many government policies and ­programs have not addressed the unique needs of the aging population. https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/advocacy/info-2024/jo-ann-jenkins-vision-for-aging.html

Hello and Happy Friday and last weekend of Summer! Earlier this month, we added another ACE to our roster so I wanted to introduce them to everyone!    A member of the community for about a year and a half, KellyS503189 spends a lot of her community time contributing in AARP Rewards Redemption forum!   She hit that magic age and decided to join AARP!   Say Hello!

Any advice - I need to make a tough decision to either move with my adult daughter & my 2 grandchildren to a “multi generational home” or go myself to an over 55 community. The community has lots of activities, but many of them I can no longer do because of physical limitations (I am only 65, but walking is limited). I feel like I would have a better chance to meet people & make friends in the community, but it could  be hard because I can’t do a lot. I don’t want to move there & end up sitting in a house all alone. 

 Live in California and this year is truly hot! 103 Inland Valley. We have not had a lot of fires as in the past so grateful for that.  Tomorrow my little granddaughter turns 6 and my son and I are taking her to Disneyland she is so excited. I have my umbrella, sunscreen, spray bottle, mosquito spray and my visor,. Renting a scooter at my age it really helps.  Have a Great Day! S.  

Good morning to all-I am an AARP member along with my wife. We are retired schoolteachers- I spent nearly forty years in front of various classes from kindergarten to college levels.For the past twenty or so years I have been a writer for various outdoor and rural living magazines, and when I'm not sitting in front of this screen typing and scratching a cat's ears, I will be outside either working in the garden, fishing from my kayak or flying one of my little radio-controlled airplanes or drones.I was on another senior-oriented forum for a while, but the politics and the heated and usually vitriolic nature of that place persuaded me to find another place to go and read about what's going on in the world. I hope this forum is more civilized.I live on the Gulf Coast of Alabama, and I must say that we missed the effects of Hurricane Francine- and glad I am to say that.I look forward to conversing with you all here. you all be safe and keep well- Ed  

FROM THE ARTICLE - SEE ARTICLE FOR MORE!!! 5 Easy Ways to Transition Your Wardrobe Into Fall. A little layering and some darker hues and textures help announce the arrival of a new season. By Cindy Weber-Cleary, AARP. Published September 09, 2024. The Fashion Week runway shows started in New York last week. When I used to attend them as a magazine editor, I sometimes found it challenging to figure out what to wear. After all, the weather was usually still hot and summery, but many fashionistas felt pressure to be wearing new clothes from the upcoming fall season — like little kids wanting to wear a brand-new outfit for the first day of school. In my opinion, it makes more sense to dress for the weather, but if you are feeling the urge to get your September vibe on right away, here are five easy tricks. https://www.aarp.org/entertainment/style-trends/info-2024/fall-transition-outfits-clothes-fashion.html

I cant figure out how to post my introduction my contact info so folks can if they so chose reply ,I also cant figure out how to post photos , Would someone please me as where to go what to do so I can jump on board with everyone.Thanks everyone in advance for any and all assistance. My email address is  [personal details removed to protect your privacy] Anyone and everyone can contact me anytime.        Sincerely Richard

I just got a link from an AARP Livable e-mail, for an article about "Elder Orphans". The article contained a link to a closed Facebook group for us. If you request to join the group, a 3-item questionnaire pops up, asking your age, marital status, and status regarding children. Then you have to wait for the administrator to check it out & approve you. It should be interesting to see what information they provide, and what the conversations are about.

I here to be a friend and companion to any gentleman who is looking for the same you can reply to this reply.

Anyone around to chat?