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ESPAÑOL | Social Security is celebrating its 90th Anniversary—and we want to commemorate this milestone with YOU! For nine decades, Social Security has been a cornerstone of financial security for millions of Americans, and we believe it must remain that way for generations to come. That’s why we need your help!
Applications accepted through March 4, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. PT
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.
INGLÉS | El Seguro Social está celebrando su noventa aniversario—¡y queremos conmemorar este hito contigo! Durante nueve décadas, el Seguro Social ha sido un pillar financiero para millones de familias, y nosotros creemos que debe seguir siéndolo para las futuras generaciones. ¡Por eso necesitamos de tu ayuda! Estamos recopilando nombres de defensores como tu para demostrar cuanto nos importa el Seguro Social.
A live phone event for the community to ask questions about the vaccines
Joe Garbanzos has been named AARP’s California State President. The state president is a volunteer who serves as spokesperson and representative for AARP across California. In this role, Joe will chair the all-volunteer Executive Council, a diverse group of professionals who provide advice and counsel to advance AARP’s social mission in California.
Join us on Tuesday, Feb. 23 at 7pm for a live teletown hall with Dr. Tomás Aragón, Director of the California Department of Public Health and the State Public Health Officer, who will address the latest COVID-19 pandemic news and vaccine distribution information in California. The event will be moderated by Patricia Pérez, AARP California State President.
Applications are currently being accepted NOW through Wednesday, April 14, 2021, 5:00 p.m. PT.
On January 24, 2021, AARP sent the following letter to California Governor Gavin Newsom:
The pandemic has underscored chronic issues such as staffing shortages, low wages for caregivers, and inadequate supplies of personal protective equipment.
Letter to Department of Public Health
AARP California is looking for our next State President, a top volunteer position that helps provide high-level strategic advice, oversees the Executive Council and diverse volunteer corps, and advocates on behalf of people who are 50 plus.
Summary of AARP California supported and opposed legislation in 2020
Stuart Harvey of San Diego, California is the recipient of the 2020 AARP California Andrus Award for Community Service – AARP’s most prestigious volunteer award. The award recognizes outstanding community service and symbolizes that individuals have the power and ability to make a difference in the lives of others. The award is given annually to one California volunteer.
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