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Pasadena, CA – AARP California is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Murray as the new State Director, effective June 23, 2025. Michael brings more than 35 years of experience in leading diverse teams within AARP at the local, state, and national levels in pursuit of the Association’s mission to enhance the quality of life for all as they age.
With 3.2 million members in California, AARP California strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to older Californians and their families, including health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment.
In Clear Terms with AARP California™ is a free podcast that focuses on issues impacting Californians of all ages.
Do you know a volunteer age 50+ who is making a significant difference in your community?
AARP California is hosting in-person fraud presentations, shred events, and cybersecurity workshops across San Diego through July!
The four-month initiative gave aspiring youth filmmakers the educational, technical and financial support they needed to make short documentaries that highlight issues facing older adults and how some local programs are stepping in to help.
California nursing homes will contend with greater scrutiny this year under a new set of reforms aimed at increased transparency and oversight of the state’s more than 1,200 facilities.
The award recognizes outstanding service and is given to a community-minded person 50-plus who most exemplifies the motto of AARP’s founder, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, “To serve, not to be served.” The award is given annually to one Californian.
Every November, Americans turn the clock back to gain an extra hour of sleep. And although the extra shut-eye sounds dreamy, even a one-hour change in our sleep cycles can affect our sleep patterns for up to one week, according to Harvard Health Publishing.
Up to 1.5 million uninsured California residents between ages 50-64 can be insured through Covered California, the state’s marketplace for health plans under the federal Affordable Care Act.
Medicare changes every year, which means it can get a little complicated when trying to understand what’s new for you. Join us for a free webinar where we’ll discuss the key takeaways from this year’s Medicare changes and what they may mean for your benefits.
THE FOLLOWING LETTER WAS SENT TO GOVERNOR NEWSOM ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2021:
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and AARP California is joining federal law enforcement and other partners to provide you with opportunities to learn how you can avoid frauds and scams.
If a national disaster strikes tomorrow, will you be prepared? In a recent study, FEMA found that only 68% of adults have taken three or more of the basic actions to prepare for an emergency.
AARP California is staying connected with you through virtual events. Check out our September line-up and participate in one or all!
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