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AARP Iowa

News, information and resources on issues that matter to Iowans 50+
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.
Learn more and register here for upcoming in-person and virtual events.
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.
At AARP, we constantly track the latest fraud scams to stay one step ahead of scammers. According to the FBI’s most recent Elder Fraud Report, elder fraud complaints to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center increased by 46%, and associated losses increased by 43% in 2024. New York had the fourth highest number of complaints filed by people over the age of 60, and is the fourth highest in monetary losses in this age group, according to the FBI data.
It's Time to Celebrate $10 Million Saved for Maine Employees!
Connect with AARP Long Island this year at the CM Performing Arts Center (CMPAC) and enjoy discounts on select performances of live, in-person theatrical entertainment! Visit the AARP table in the lobby before, during, or after each show to meet AARP volunteers, staff, and fellow members—and learn more about how AARP is making a difference in your community.
Physical fitness isn’t just for the young or athletic. Thanks to trainers like Elizabeth Moakler, physical fitness can foster a sense of community and transcend geographical boundaries.
AARP Pennsylvania is warning consumers about the growing threat of phishing scams—fraudulent attempts to steal personal and financial information through emails, phone calls, text messages, and fake websites. With scammers becoming more sophisticated, staying informed is key to protecting yourself.
Screenings in St. Croix and St. Thomas on March 20th
Learn how to protect yourself against this burgeoning scheme.
During the sultry summer of 1862, President Abraham Lincoln and his family found respite in a cottage in northwest Washington D.C. It was here where Lincoln formulated one of the key documents of his presidency, the Emancipation Proclamation.
Massachusetts Attorney General announced plans to ban junk fees starting in September. AARP backed the AG's move and appeared at news conference with the Attorney General when she made the announcement
The AARP Colorado Advocacy Team was hard at work for its annual Day at the Capitol February 26.
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