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Join AARP New Jersey for a four-part Facebook Live series – Melodies of the Garden State – which will explore the connection between music and brain health – with our very own New Jersey twist.

Scammers follow headlines and trends. That is why it is no surprise that they are now posing as representatives from Amazon. With more people staying home and shopping from home than ever before, many consumers rely on delivery services like Amazon for some of the products they used to buy at a store. Reports of scams invoking the Amazon name have skyrocketed in recent months. Here are some tips for avoiding Amazon imposter scams:

As we head into an unusual election season due to the pandemic, we asked some members of the entertainment industry to reminisce about their first voting experience. We hope their messages will inspire you to make your safe voting plan as soon as possible. Are you in? #ImIn

AARP NY Poster Featuring State Legislators Aimed at Raising Awareness of Need to Support Family Caregivers

With Labor Day upon us, I can't stop focusing on the simple truth. The flat tax we have is hurting Illinois workers and their families.

Residents of Michigan nursing homes should be allowed outdoor visits with friends and family, and be given the option of indoor visitation, according to a state task-force report released this week.Since the start of the pandemic, nursing-home residents and staff have comprised 12% of Michigan’s confirmed coronavirus cases and 32% of deaths.

AARP is investing in Alaskan communities, by funding projects to install air quality sensors, create an art and cultural trail, provide lifejackets at water recreation locations and create an area for growing fresh food. These 2020 Alaska Community Challenge grant winners will receive a total of $33,304.   

By Andrea Meyer, AARP Oregon Government Relations Director

Florida electric utilities’ storm protection plans will speed electricity restoration minimally, for very few customers, with dramatic rate increases for all. the plans are about utility profits, not storm protection. You still have time to take action!

Tax-Aide offers free in-person and online tax preparation and assistance to low- and moderate-income taxpayers in Michigan and nationwide. Individuals interested in volunteering should apply by September 30th for the 2021 Tax Season.