There are around 60 AARP Texas volunteers who use their voices and lived experiences to drive change at the local, state and federal levels. And AARP is looking for more Texans to join them.
In August, 1.2 million New Yorkers were more than 60 days behind in their utility payments, owing $1.8 billion. AARP NY supports two bills that call for stronger and more accessible consumer representation.
During the 2026 legislative session, which begins in January, AARP Maine and its volunteers will be working in person at the State House as well as virtually on issues important to residents 50 and older.
AARP Minnesota fought for two significant changes to benefits for workers: a state-facilitated retirement savings program and a paid family and medical leave program.
Online dating sites and social media platforms have become one of the most popular ways for people of all ages to meet friends, significant others and spouses. While most people have good intentions when meeting others online, scammers have also been known to use dating sites, social media sites and apps (ex. Facebook, Instagram, Words with Friends, etc.) to obtain money, gifts or personal information.
Every day, scammers -- typically working with a highly coordinated and sophisticated network of criminals, from border to border -- victimize unsuspecting Americans. For these people, the aftermath often includes shame, loss of security and increased isolation. They feel embarrassed and guilty and don’t know where to turn, so more often than not, they don’t tell a soul.
Kansas Tax-Aide sites are temporarily closed to protect our volunteers and clients from unnecessary exposure to COVID-19 virus transmission. Once the Kansas sites are safe to reopen, every effort will be made to reschedule appointments that were canceled due to the COVID-19 response.