AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement related to comments about changes at the Social Security Administration (SSA).
The acting head of the Social Security Administration (SSA) on Feb. 19 sought to reassure older Americans that payments will continue as usual and that Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staff have limited access to its systems, amid growing concerns over service disruptions and the privacy of beneficiaries’ personal data.
The names of the first 10 Medicare drugs whose prices the federal government will negotiate directly with manufacturers were released Aug. 29. Popular but pricey blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer treatments make historic list.
The grants are “quick action,” designed to help local governments, nonprofits and other groups respond to immediate needs in quality-of-life areas. Winning projects include a garden, bus shelters, a park and community center.
The AARP Volunteers in Prescott & Prescott Valley, AZ went shopping for healthy snacks and beverages for donation to the Yavapai Regional Medical Center’s medical and support staff that are working so hard to provide care to those in need of that care. This is one way we can show our gratitude to the YRMC workers who are instrumental in helping the area's residents during these most difficult times.
Ready to take a bigger step as we emerge from the pandemic? Help yourself and others in your community by volunteering to be part of AARP Foundation’s free Tax-Aide service.