In the past, scammers preferred using gift cards, bank transfers, and payment apps to swindle money from their victims. But scammers have had to adapt as awareness and protections have increased among consumers, law enforcement, and businesses. Their latest tactic involves directing victims to pay at a “crypto ATM,” a new and less familiar method.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a focus on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. You don't need to be an AARP member to use the service!
Did you know that in 2023, imposter scams were the second most reported type of fraud? As you start collecting tax documents and readying to file, be on the lookout for IRS impersonators.
The Anchorage Age-Friendly leadership team will be conducting a pilot ‘Walk Audit’ later this month. What is a Walk Audit and why are we conducting one in Anchorage?
AARP Alaska wants to insure that people in later life have opportunities to contribute to their communities. AARP volunteers serve throughout Alaska and across the nation to create better places for people of all ages. With deep local knowledge, they are well-positioned to make communities more age-friendly.
Join AARP Alaska for a free movie screening of Dear Sirs, showcasing the incredible story of one young man retracing his grandfather’s footsteps as an American POW during World War II. Watch the trailer.