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Is Your Garage a Danger Zone?

Posted on 11/19/24

A garage isn’t just a place to park your car or store rarely-used items. It can be one of the most dangerous areas of a home. After all, it’s where we often store yard and power tools, and hazardous…
Is Your Outdoor Space An Enjoyable Haven or Lurking With Hazards?

Posted on 09/10/24

Ever since the pandemic, Americans have placed a higher priority on their outdoor living spaces. Whether it’s a deck, a yard, a garden, balcony or the front porch of a house, we’re spending more time…
Parks for People and Pups of All Ages

Posted on 08/14/24 - By Amy Lennard Goehner

Off-leash dog parks are the fastest-growing type of park in the United States…
NJ Budget Includes $2 Billion for Property Tax Relief

Posted on 07/24/24

AARP pushed for the tax breaks to help older homeowners remain in their communities as they age.…
AARP New Jersey Celebrates Father's Day at Warinarco Park!

Posted on 06/25/24

On June 15, 2024, we held a grand celebration of Father's Day, focusing on the health and well-being of fathers and grandfathers!…
Kitchens: The Heart of the Home

Posted on 06/03/24

Though the kitchen is a place of togetherness, they harbor risks, and these dangers worsen as we age. …
Housing Law Could Bring More ADUs

Posted on 05/31/24

A new state law, signed by Gov. Phil Murphy (D) in March, defines accessory dwelling units as affordable housing. ADUs are built on the same lot as a single-family home and include in-law suites,…
Improve Bathroom Safety: Prevent Slips and Falls

Posted on 05/09/24

Make your bathroom safer as you age. Discover tips to prevent slips and falls, ensuring a secure environment for daily tasks.…
Governor Murphy Signs New Affordable Housing Law that Will Help Older New Jerseyans

Posted on 03/21/24

AARP New Jersey applauds Governor Murphy and the NJ Legislature for expanding access to affordable housing to help older New Jersey residents stay in their homes and communities.…
AARP NJ Applauds Governor Murphy’s Fiscal Year 2025 State Budget Proposal to Help Older New Jerseyans Stay in their Homes and Communities

Posted on 02/27/24

AARP supports critical property tax relief for older adults, funding to expand affordable housing options and efforts to increase financial security in retirement.…