Seminars about Planning For Retirement

Seminars about Planning For Retirement

Posted on 06/14/2013 by | AARP Arkansa | Comments

Arkansas | Events | Money & Work A “comfortable” retirement doesn’t just happen; it requires attention and planning. That’s why AARP Arkansas is offering a a series of FREE Seminars about Planning for Retirement for members who are approaching retirement (happily or anxiously), or want to improve their financial security. We’ll explore some basic retirement goals, sources of retirement income, and how to fill income gaps. We’ll also introduce you to some of the online tools AARP has developed for calculating savings and estimating Social Security benefits. This …

Top 4 Travel Tips for Driving Abroad

Posted on 06/3/2013 by | AARP National | Comments

Arkansas | Home & Family By Julie E. Lee, Vice President & National Director, AARP Driver Safety, Education and Outreach Planning on traveling overseas this summer? If you’re considering renting a car, it is important to do some research ahead of time – driving abroad can be an adventure in itself. In more than 75 countries and territories, you drive on the left side of the road instead of the right, and the driver’s seat is on the right side of the car, rather than …

Gentlemen—Your Health Matters, Too! Get Insured, Get Screened, Get Healthy

Posted on 06/3/2013 by | AARP National | Comments

Arkansas | Health & Wellbeing By Nicole Duritz, Vice President, Health, AARP Education & Outreach This Father’s Day, I can’t help but think about the incredible men in my life. I have a father. He’s a terrific physician. I have a wise and talented brother. I have a wonderful husband and two amazing sons. Look, I may be a bit biased, but the one objective fact all the men in my life have in common is that they lead busy – some may say stressful …

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Free Forums on Fighting Fraud, Retirement Planning

Posted on 06/1/2013 by | AARP Blog Author | Comments

About AARP | Arkansas | Events | Home & Family | Money & Work A series of forums will help Arkansas residents who are interested in learning more about ways to protect themselves from scams and how best to prepare for retirement. AARP is working with the Arkansas attorney general’s office; the state departments of Securities, Human Services and Insurance; and the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service to conduct the free forums. Experts will cover such topics as stretching retirement dollars, Medicare fraud and guarding against scams. Forums are June 11 in Dumas, …

AARP Night with the Northwest Arkansas Naturals

Posted on 05/23/2013 by | AARP Arkansa | Comments

Arkansas | Events Play Ball! Wednesday, July 10 at 7 p.m. AARP Arkansas invites AARP members to a Night with the Northwest Arkansas Naturals as they take on the Springfield Cardinals at Arvest Ballpark, 3000 S 56th St. Springdale, AR. Enjoy fun and fellowship as you sit and enjoy the game in the exclusive Home Plate Party Deck.  Admission also includes a coupon for FREE Hot Dog Combo (hot dog, chips and a 12 oz soda). There is a Meet and Greet at 6 p.m. at the …

What did the 2013 Arkansas legislative season mean for YOU?

What did the 2013 Arkansas legislative season mean for YOU?

Posted on 05/21/2013 by | AARP Arkansas | Comments

Advocacy | Arkansas  What did the 2013 Arkansas legislative season mean for YOU? AARP Arkansas during the 2013 regular legislative session helped secure a number of key victories on behalf of Arkansans, particularly those 50 plus. Wins included expanded access to affordable health care coverage, funding for senior centers/meals, and creation of a state-run health insurance exchange with strong consumer representation. The Regular Session of the 89th Arkansas General Assembly formally adjourned Friday, May 17, 2013, after 101 days. The 2013 session was the longest regular session …

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