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AARP Hawaiʻi survey shows support for paid family leave bill

Older registered voters overwhelmingly support paid family leave for family caregivers, according to a AARP Hawaiʻi survey of registered voters 40 and older. That support is widespread and cuts across the political spectrum. Most respondents said the state does not provide enough support to family caregivers, the American Association of Retired Persons says.

AARP Hawaiʻi seeks 2024 Andrus Award nominees

AARP is accepting nominations for its 2024 Hawai`i Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors Hawai`i volunteers, 50 and older, who are sharing their experience, talent and skills to enrich the lives of their community members.

Post-disaster scams expected to target wildfire survivors seeking to rebuild

As Maui residents look ahead to rebuilding after the devastation of the August wildfires, there’s another danger awaiting them — fraudulent construction contractors.

AARP and Hawaiʻi housing agency disagree over possible loss of affordable homes

A new AARP Hawaiʻi/Smart Growth America report about the potential danger of losing affordable housing in Hawaiʻi has triggered a response from the Hawaiʻi Housing Finance and Development Corp., which is responsible for increasing and preserving the supply of affordable housing statewide.

AARP Hawaiʻi Holding Telephone Forum Jan. 30 on COVID-19 Vaccines for Kupuna

Acting State Epidemiologist Dr. Sarah Kemble and Hawaiʻi Lt. Gov. Josh Green will answer questions about the COVID-19 vaccine for senior citizens during a live telephone forum Jan. 30,2021 at 9 am.