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CareLinx has generously sponsored up to three hours of respite care for those attending the Care to Laugh event Nov. 30

This bill would make it more affordable for adult children to support aging parents by lowering costs for caregivers.

Social Security's Mobile Check-In Express feature makes it easier to check in if you must visit a Social Security office.

Por José R. Acarón, director estatal AARP PR

AARP Massachusetts is only one search or click away on many major platforms. Namely: Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and X (formerly known as Twitter). Follow, like, and freely subscribe to our channels to stay updated on the latest events, webinars, and information sessions.

Social media has become a dangerous marketplace. Scammers are great at creating slick ads and professional looking websites and for minimal cost they can force them into your feed. According to the Federal Trade Commission, $2.7 billion in reported fraud losses have been tied to social media since 2021 and 44% of those came from fake sales.

Beth, age 75, enjoyed a career that spanned three decades and included marketing, communications and data analyst work before she retired 10 years ago. Her husband Jim, age 89, had a brilliant career as an engineer who also built and flew an aerobatic biplane. He worked full time until he was 83 years old and could always be counted on to take on home repairs.

Helena, Mont., Nov. 10, 2023—Montanans who provide care for veterans spend on average $11,500 of their personal income on out-of-pocket costs related to caregiving each year—1.5 times higher than what other family caregivers spend ($7,242), according to AARP data. And 43 percent of veteran and military caregivers experienced at least one financial setback such as having to take on more debt or dip into personal savings, according to research from AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving.

Gift cards are a standard part of the modern shopping experience. But inside that colorful kiosk could be a minefield. Here’s what you need to know before purchasing one.

Are you feeling the stress of the holidays? De-stress with us on Wednesday, Dec. 20 with virtual chair yoga classes at 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. ET.