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  Guest Column: Expressing Thanks For Family Caregivers

  Posted on 11/24/24

  AARP WV State President discusses National Family Caregivers Month and the impact of caregiving on our lives

• Health & Wellbeing

  

  AARP Fitness Parks Make it Fun and Easy to Exercise and Connect Your Community

  Posted on 11/19/24

  We all know that getting outside and moving has benefits, especially for those aged 50 and older. From improving heart,…

• AARP in West Virginia

  

  Is Your Garage a Danger Zone?

  Posted on 11/19/24

  A garage isn’t just a place to park your car or store rarely-used items. It can be one of the most dangerous areas of a…

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  Want to Live a Lifetime Safely in Your Home? Hear from the Experts

  Posted on 11/19/24

  More than 25 percent of adults age 65 and older fall every year and many of those accidents occur at home. So, AARP…

• AARP in West Virginia

  

  WV PEIA Hosting Public Hearings On Proposed Increases

  Posted on 11/10/24

  FY2026 plan includes several changes to health care plan for state employees and retirees

• AARP in West Virginia

  

  Opinion: Celebrating West Virginia's Digital Equity Progress

  Posted on 10/06/24

  October 7 - 11 is National Digital Inclusion Week

• AARP in West Virginia

  

  AARP WV Earns 2024 PR Daily Award For Public Affairs and Advocacy Communications

  Posted on 10/01/24

  National recognition highlights communications support in major state advocacy win for organization

• AARP in West Virginia

  

  Small Grants Make Big Impact Across the Region

  Posted on 09/30/24

  AARP's Community Challenge grant program aims to boost livability with quick-action projects.

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• Artificial Intelligence, Part 6: Revolutionizing Health Care

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• Gentle Flow Yoga for All: Nurturing Your Body and Mind

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