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Help Fight Hunger into the New Year

Featured - By Geneva Diaz

The number of hungry Alaskans is growing as the COVID-19 pandemic continues into the holiday season. More and more… Read More »
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The COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan in Alaska

Posted on 01/15/21

A guide to when, where and whether to get a COVID-19 vaccine Read More »
Politics & Society

AARP Urges 'Full-Scale Mobilization' to Vaccinate Older Americans

Posted on 01/12/21 - By Dena Bunis

AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins has called for an improved vaccine rollout in a letter to HHS. Delays and disorganization have… Read More »
Health

Coronavirus Variants: What We Know So Far

Posted on 01/08/21 - By Michelle Crouch

Scientists have found two new strains of coronavirus that are more contagious, prompting concerns about increased cases… Read More »
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Update: COVID Vaccination in AK

Posted on 01/07/21

Vaccination in Alaska is now open to residents 65 and older. Click here for up-to-date information about COVID-19… Read More »
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3 Grants Make Communities More Livable

Posted on 12/31/20

AARP Alaska is helping create more livable neighborhoods, awarding $15,349 in grants for projects in three communities. Read More »
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AARP Alaska Announces Winner of the 2020 Andrus Award For Community Service

Posted on 12/21/20

Sue Nielsen Receives AARP’s Most Prestigious Volunteer Award, Marking Two Generations of Andrus Award winners Read More »
Caregiving

7 Ways Caregivers Can Create That Holiday Feeling Amid the Pandemic

Posted on 11/19/20 - By Amy Goyer

Creative ways family caregivers can adapt family traditions, or start new ones, to help the person they care for adjust… Read More »