AARP Arkansas

The coronavirus pandemic is forcing many people to stay home, and that often means being isolated from family and friends.

A stolen purse case leads to a nationwide financial fraud crime ring

We proudly salute our veterans, military and their families (VMF) who are vital in our country’s identity, as well as our nearly 4 million AARP members who have served. Designated by Congress in 1999, this month (May) is Military Appreciation Month, let’s jointly pay tribute to our many heroes who have served and are currently serving in our Armed Forces.The VMF community embodies our founder’s vision: Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus believed America’s older population to be “an army of useful citizens – to serve others, not to be served.”Hashtags for consideration:

An essential worker shares the story of her encounter with fraudsters at a pop-up testing location

SAVE THE DATE: Tuesday, May 19, 10:00am-11:00am CST

Crooks pretended to be government officials, left threatening voicemails in this elaborate con

Barbara Corcoran explains how an elaborate email scheme almost cost her $400,000

AARP is providing information and resources about COVID-19 to help older Arkansans, and their families protect themselves from the virus and prevent it from spreading to others.

AARP will host a live Coronavirus Information Tele-Town Hall every Thursday at 12 p.m. (CST). Experts at this week’s live Q&A event will address your questions related to protecting yourself and loved ones from the virus, staying healthy and reducing social isolation.

Resources for updates, home health visits, food banks, grocery access and meal delivery.