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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.
The New Year is the perfect time to take control of your finances — but beware of criminal scammers offering quick fixes that are too good to be true.
The Caring for Caregivers Act will give eligible family caregivers a tax credit of up to $2,000 a year starting in the 2024 tax year or up to $3,000 a year if the person being cared for is a veteran or has a dementia-related diagnosis.
Georgia consumers reported $158 million in fraud losses in 2022, according to FTC data.
As tax day approaches, AARP Georgia reminds military veterans under 62 that they may be eligible for new tax benefits.
DeShaun Johnson's 60-minute class, offered every Friday from 10 to 11 a.m., might help you shed a few pounds and tone your biceps. It’s also designed to benefit your brain health by helping you manage stress, get a good night’s sleep and engage with other people.
As Washington's older population is expected to increase, the state is developing a 'multisector plan for aging'
Learn about the latest scams during a webinar hosted by AARP Minnesota on Thursday, Jan. 30, at 10 a.m., called Scams to Spot in 2025.
Rising utility bills are a challenge for many across the Garden State, especially those on fixed incomes. To help older New Jersey residents and their families lower their utility bills, AARP New Jersey has an online list of payment assistance programs.
More than 1 in 5 Ohioans age 45 and over currently provide unpaid care to an adult relative or friend, according to a new AARP Vital Voices survey. The poll explores the perspectives of Ohio residents on issues such as health care, financial security, caregiving and livable communities. Its findings will help guide AARP Ohio’s work across the state.
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