AARP New Jersey The Power of Us

AARP New Jersey has teamed up with ONNJ for the television series, The Power of Us, hosted by State Director Chris Widelo.

Episodes will be available to you below!

The Power of Us - Volunteers

This episode celebrates the passionate volunteers behind AARP New Jersey’s biggest advocacy wins, including Wanda Flowers, Robert Rashkes, and Jared Schechtel. Chris also speaks with Katie Squires, Associate State Director of Advocacy, about the essential role volunteers play in shaping policy, engaging communities, and driving meaningful change across the Garden State.

The Power of Us - Fraud

In this episode of The Power of Us, AARP New Jersey State Director Chris Widelo tackles the growing fraud crisis affecting older adults across the state and beyond. Joined by AARP’s Director of Fraud Prevention Programs, Kathy Stokes, and volunteer fraud fighter Curt Springstead, they break down real-world scams, the emotional toll on victims, and practical tools like the Fraud Watch Network to help you and your loved ones stay protected.

The Power of Us - Property Taxes

In this episode of The Power of Us, AARP New Jersey State Director Chris Widelo focuses on Property Tax, with guests Katie Squires from the AARP NJ Advocacy Team and Marita Sciarrotta, Director of the New Jersey Division of Taxation. Then, prescription drug affordability with Crystal McDonald, Senior Associate State Director, AARP NJ.

The Power of Us - Housing

Host and AARP NJ State Director, Chris Widelo discusses housing issues and concerns with Samar Jha, Government Affairs Director and Housing Expert at AARP, Ann Lippel, EVP & Founder of Montclair Gateway to Aging in Place, and Steve Leone, Architect and NJAAQ Housing Design Competition Portal.

The Power of Us - Healthy Living

Host and AARP NJ State Director, Chris Widelo discusses healthy living with Lisa DiGiovanni from St. Peter's University Hospital and Jennifer Hughes from NAMI.