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How and Where to Get COVID-19 Vaccines in Tennessee

Posted on 09/05/24

Tennessee residents can schedule new COVID-19 vaccine appointments or walk into a nearby pharmacy to get a shot. Here’s how to find an updated vaccine near you.…
NEW AARP Report: Impact of Historic Medicare Rx Out-of-Pocket Spending Cap on Tennessee Seniors

Posted on 09/03/24

Savings Possible Thanks to the Prescription Drug Law Championed by AARP…
Parks for People and Pups of All Ages

Posted on 08/14/24 - By Amy Lennard Goehner

Off-leash dog parks are the fastest-growing type of park in the United States…
5 Ways Tech Can Help Caregivers of Dementia Patients

Posted on 08/12/24 - By Edward C. Baig

Many of the devices that help those suffering from dementia can also help their caregivers. Here are five ways tech may help you take care of a loved one.…
How to Vote in Tennessee’s 2024 Elections

Posted on 08/08/24

Find upcoming election dates, registration deadlines and voting options in Tennessee, such as absentee or early voting or voting with a disability.…
5 Low-Tech Products to Help You Age Well in Your House

Posted on 07/29/24 - By Marc Saltzman

Companies like Apple, Oculus and Amazon have created devices that can help family members with telehealth, connections and more.…
Can Artificial Intelligence Solve Caregiving’s Crisis?

Posted on 07/15/24 - By Edward C. Baig

More than nine in 10 older adults prefer to remain in their home as they age. Find out how AI might help caregivers and families look after them.…
AARP Invests More Than $53,000 in Tennessee Communities as Part of Nationwide Grant Program

Posted on 07/02/24

Five communities across Tennessee are getting a boost in their work to become more livable for residents of all ages…
How a Smart Home Can Help You or a Loved One Age in Place Right Now

Posted on 07/01/24 - By Edward C. Baig

Smart home technology can help older adults age in place and live independently. Here’s some of that technology and how it could work.…
Black Music Month – A Time for Fun and Connection

Posted on 06/25/24

June is National Black Music Month, a celebratory month launched in 1979 to highlight the African American musical influences that are essential contributions to America’s treasured…