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For nine decades, Social Security has been a stable and reliable foundation of retirement security for millions of Americans—and we believe it must remain that way for generations to come.
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We’re excited to announce that seven organizations throughout Iowa will receive a combined $75,506 in 2025 AARP Community Challenge grants. The grants are part of AARP’s $4.2 million commitment to fund 383 quick-action projects nationwide aimed at making communities more livable for people of all ages.
Advocating on behalf of Iowans age 50+ and giving you a voice at the State Capitol is a top priority for AARP Iowa. During the 2025 legislative session, we engaged on several bills with wide-ranging impacts related to housing, consumer protections, utilities, and more.
Empowering you with tools, resources and knowledge to protect your financial future—secure your savings, safeguard against fraud and navigate work and retirement with confidence.
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When considering renovations of your garden, small changes can make a big impact, whether focusing on design or the type of birds, insects, or animals you attract. If you are interested in attracting more birds, such as hummingbirds, understanding the color and forms of the flowers they visit is essential.
The 2024 Consumer Sentinel Network Data Book, recently released by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) shows Wyomingites as having lost $20.1 million in total fraud losses in 2023 with a median fraud loss of $600 per incident. That ranks Wyoming 40th in the nation for fraud reported by population per 100,000 population.
Planning for your financial future is essential, and there are several strategies you can adopt to ensure a secure and comfortable retirement. Here are some key insights from AARP on how to save effectively and build a robust financial foundation.
The FTC announces record losses as the scam epidemic shows no sign of abating
Paint Your Heart Out Tampa is a fantastic city-wide initiative that brings together citizens, businesses, clubs, and organizations to support low-income, elderly residents in Tampa. Each year, around 2,500 volunteers come together to paint the exteriors of 100 homes, making a huge difference in the community.
If you have tried to follow the 2025 Legislative Session - specifically the yin and yang of property tax relief - you could be forgiven for not remembering which of the 12 property tax relief bills was passed, amended, or signed by the Governor this spring.
The Comptroller of Maryland offers tips on how to keep your money and your personal information safe from scam tax preparers.
Join this webinar to learn about what’s at stake for NH Medicaid and how you can help protect essential health care coverage for New Hampshire residents.
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