Houston Happenings

You’re not alone

Get help and give help.

En español
Houston Happenings

AARP in Houston

How to avoid Holiday scams

Posted on 11/19/18 - By Juanita Jiménez-Soto, AARP Texas

‘Tis the season for holiday shopping, giving and scams. Yes, the holiday season is here and so are scammers who… Read More »
AARP in Houston

Caregiving during the holidays

Posted on 11/12/18 - By Mary Mazur, Community Engagement

The holidays can be stressful for anyone, especially a family caregiver. However, there are things that caregivers can… Read More »
AARP in Houston

Campaign ads using AARP name are unauthorized

Posted on 10/29/18 - By Juanita Jiménez-Soto, AARP Texas

The Elizabeth Pannill Fletcher for Congress campaign is running a political ad in Texas’ 7th Congressional District… Read More »
AARP in Houston

Look at Social Security, Medicare changes

Posted on 10/14/18 - By Juanita Jiménez-Soto, AARP Texas

It is Medicare season in Texas. If you or your loved one receives Medicare, you probably already know that new Medicare… Read More »
AARP in Houston

Hurricanes: Prepare, Respond, Recover, Resources

Posted on 10/07/18 - By Juanita Jiménez-Soto, AARP Texas

The 2018 hurricane season is in full swing, and as storms threaten the US, it is important to have a safety plan. The… Read More »
AARP in Houston

Come celebrate with AARP at the East End Street Fest

Posted on 10/05/18 - By Andrew Scoggin, AARP Blog Author

Join in on the fun with AARP at this year’s East End Street Fest in Houston on Oct. 20, featuring food, drink, and… Read More »
AARP in Houston

The life of a Latino caregiver

Posted on 10/01/18 - By Juanita Jiménez-Soto, AARP Texas

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, it wouldn’t surprise many to know that the latest statistics show the… Read More »
AARP in Houston

AARP Poll: Congressional Dist. 7 voters age 50+ concerned with Medicare, Social Security, Rx costs, caregiving

Posted on 10/01/18 - By Juanita Jiménez-Soto, AARP Texas

An AARP poll released October 1 shows more than two-thirds of voters age 50 and older in Texas’ Seventh Congressional… Read More »

More Houston Happenings

What is Gerontology?

On the AARP Houston Prepare to Care podcast we talk about free and practical resources. We also share stories and… Read More »
Ballet Folklórico Returns for Hispanic Celebration

As part of National Hispanic Heritage Month and its Summer Concert series, AARP in Houston is sponsoring a free… Read More »
CarePartners in our community

At some point in your life, you either will be a caregiver or need a caregiver. Caregivers have no roadmap. Through… Read More »
Voting made easy

It’s voting season. This year’s midterm elections could influence how federal and state lawmakers act on… Read More »
Assisted living facilities left residents adrift during Hurricane Harvey

As Hurricane Harvey ravaged Southeast Texas last August, one Texas assisted living facility (ALF) became infamous when… Read More »