Alissa Brammer

If you’re evaluating your possible healthcare options during the 2016 healthcare open enrollment period, join AARP for an information and resource session for families looking to purchase insurance in the individual marketplace.

In keeping with our 30- year tradition of issue-oriented voter engagement, AARP has launched “Take a Stand,” a campaign to urge all Presidential candidates to offer their plans to update Social Security to put it on sound financial ground for future generations.

Are you searching for a new job? Thinking about changing careers? Coping with unemployment or considering starting a business?

If you’re among the more than 400,000 Iowans caring for an aging parent or loved one, you’re probably feeling the weight of the time, money and stress involved in this labor of love. At AARP, we understand what you may be feeling, so we want to help. Check out two of our upcoming events to help connect you with Caregiving resources.

Des Moines, October 12, 2015 – Recognizing the changing demographics in Polk County and the importance of anticipating and supporting programs to meet the needs of older adults, leaders of Central Iowa’s law enforcement agencies, local community organizations and AARP today announced the signing of a TRIAD cooperative agreement. The groups will work together to assess area needs and enhance crime-related services and develop educational and outreach programs to enhance overall safety and security of older adults in the metropolitan Des Moines area.

It’s that time of year again: Medicare Open Enrollment. AARP encourages all Medicare beneficiaries to review their health and prescription drug plan choices for 2016 during open enrollment (October 15th – December 7th). With the explosive rise in prescription drug prices, consumers should pay particular attention to their drug coverage options to help save money.

From September 15 to October 15 each year, Americans observe Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

Driving has certainly changed since you first got your driver's license. Cars have changed. Traffic rules have changed. Driving conditions have changed. Want a refresher? Take our AARP SMART DRIVER course to learn something new and it could save you money on your insurance premium.

For any Iowans thinking “what’s next?” in their life and what big moves they should make are invited to seize the opportunity of this turning point and attend a "Woulda, Coulda, Shoulda? It’s time for Will, Can, Do" workshop in Cedar Rapids or Des Moines on October 8, 10 or 15.

Thanks to the Iowa Attorney General for their ongoing consumer fraud tips. Here's the latest information on protecting yourself from identity theft. For more tips and resources, visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network.