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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.
AARP Washington is pleased to welcome two new Executive Council Members, Ed Escalante of Bellevue and Kay Tomlinson of Lake Tapps. This volunteer leadership team plays a pivotal role in shaping the strategic vision and initiatives for nearly 870,000 members across the state.
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AARP Illinois is proud to offer year-round cooking events, both virtual and in person, to help you nourish your body and mind.
Get ready for a night of nonstop laughter with My First Ex-Husband, a bold and hilarious new comedy from Joy Behar! With razor-sharp wit and fearless storytelling, Joy dives into the outrageous, messy, and oh-so-relatable truths of love, marriage, and reinvention. If you’ve ever been in a relationship, you’ll see yourself in these stories—only funnier!
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – AARP Florida applauds State Senator Don Gaetz’s proposed bill (SB 354), which aims to strengthen state utility regulation, increase transparency, and hold utility companies accountable for how they set rates. If passed, this legislation would help ensure fairer electricity pricing for millions of Floridians, particularly seniors on fixed incomes.
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Winter is still here and many of us would do just about anything to find some warm weather. Enter the cruise scam.
Fraudsters continue to employ familiar scam tactics—such as romance scams, investment schemes, and government impersonations—but are now increasingly soliciting payments through cryptocurrency kiosks.
Senate and Assembly Budgets Stand Up for Family Caregivers But Leave Older NYers Vulnerable to Scams
Both houses boost funding for in-home services yet fail to include elder financial exploitation protections in plans
The Credit for Caring Act, if enacted, would offer up to a $5,000 nonrefundable federal tax credit to help offset family caregiving-related expenses, such as home care aides, adult day services, home modifications and respite care.
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