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Posted on 06/01/25

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Welcome to AARP Local - We're Glad You're Here!

Posted on 06/01/25

AARP Local isn’t just a website – it’s your community hub, where your voice matters, your priorities come to life, and your neighbors come together. …
2025 Legislative Update

Posted on 05/09/25 - By Chris McCoy

A brief update on the issues we followed during this legislative session. …
West Memphis Becomes Arkansas’ Second AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities

Posted on 04/21/25

The age-friendly network encourages areas to prepare for the rapid aging of our nation’s population by providing a structured process that guides change.…
Disaster Preparedness

Posted on 03/01/25

Building more resilient communities—from natural disasters to Wi-Fi connection. …
2023 Community Challenge Grant: Breakin' Bread Community Kitchen

Posted on 03/01/25

Providing hot meals to older adults and those in need was a lot easier once needed repairs were made to this community kitchen's breaker box. …
2023 Community Challenge Grant: Cabot Animal Services

Posted on 03/01/25

Combining a community garden with adoptable pets is a win-win, especially for a nearby senior center. …
2023 Community Challenge Grant: Central Arkansas Library

Posted on 03/01/25

A library recognized the need for digital literacy and created an outreach program for those 50-plus. …
2023 Community Challenge Grant: WSBZ Farm

Posted on 03/01/25

Fresh food makes for healthier communities. Read about a grant winner that helps small farmers. …
AARP Announces 3 Arkansas Recipients of Community Challenge Grants

Posted on 03/01/25 - By Victoria Brown

Today, AARP announced the awardees for its 2018 AARP Community Challenge grant program, including 3 recipients right here in Arkansas. A total of $1.3 million will be distributed to fund 129 “quick…