AARP Illinois

Annual Award Recognizes Volunteers Who Make a Powerful Difference in their Community

A recent AARP Survey Reveals that young adults' confidence in Social Security has declined by 7%.

Every moment spent with family is a chance to learn, laugh, and grow — no matter your age. That’s why we’re excited to invite you to enter the "Curious Together: Family Day" Sweepstakes for a chance to win a membership package to the Boston Children’s Museum!

One of the most popular ways for criminals to steal money and sensitive information is by impersonating a trusted source — often a government agency. According to the Federal Trade Commission, victims of government impostor scams reported theft of nearly $617 million in 2023.

AARP Michigan believes that when the places where we live are better able to support people of all ages, improving the quality of life for the very young, the very old, and everyone in between, everyone wins.

Let’s take a moment to celebrate one of the most enduring and impactful programs in American history: Social Security! That’s right, August 14th marks 90 years since Social Security was signed into law in 1935. And like any good nonagenarian, it’s got stories to tell, wisdom to share, a whole lot of people who are grateful for its existence and it needs our care.

This summer, AARP New Hampshire is marking a major milestone—the 90th anniversary of Social Security—with an outdoor celebration you won't want to miss. On August 30 (8 am – 4 pm) you’re invited to join us at the Cruising Downtown Classic Car Show on Elm Street in Manchester for a fun, free event that blends sweet treats with meaningful conversation.

Across the country, millions of grandparents are stepping in as “Kinship Caregivers” to provide love, stability, and care when it's needed most. In fact, about 2.7 million grandparents in the U.S. are primary caregivers for their grandchildren.

How Muscle and Mobility Support Your Health

Learning a new language. Building a birdhouse in a woodworking class. Improving public speaking skills. Doing yoga while researching the history of the practice. These are just a few of the interests individuals who consider themselves "lifelong learners" have.