AARP Without Limits

Did you know that there is more than $150 million in federal grants available to Veterans, including for home modifications? In this edition, David Sevier returns to the show to talk about AARP's new Veterans Home Modification Benefits Guide and how it is helping connect Veterans with grants to allow them age in their own homes.

All Ages, All Stages NC was formed after the Governor's Executive Order to allow state agencies to help make the state more age-friendly. Now that group has released their official recommendations to do just that. Mary Bethel joins us to talk about the long fight to make NC a better state to age and what is coming next.

Artificial intelligence is officially here. With all of its benefits, however, come a lot of risks and concerns. Congress Member Deborah Ross returns to the show to talk AI and how Congress is addressing the opportunities and concerns.

What is storytelling? Why are stories so powerful and how do they change the world? Today we speak with David Hunt about how stories from older adults can inspire others and change the world.

AARP NC’s new Advocacy Manager Chris Brandenburg joins us to talk about this year’s short state legislative session and what issues AARP is focusing on.

In this edition we celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Month with a special program on "Empower U", AARP's statewide conference of volunteer leaders, and what inspires them to serve their communities.

Defining aging on your own terms means spending time how you want to spend it, and trying new things for the first time. David Gwilt returns to the show to talk about how to discovered acting in community theater and what it means to him.

North Carolina is in the midst of a healthcare workforce shortage that is only getting worse. Dr. Catherine Sevier has been advocating for nurse practitioners to be empowered to help address this challenge.

Staying connected becomes more challenging as you get older, and social isolation has significant effects on both physical and mental health. David Gwilt returns to the show to talk about the importance of staying connected.

AARP has a strong community presence in eastern NC, and statewide on Veterans outreach. AARP Assoc. State Director Rosalie Calarco joins us for a conversation on this important work.