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An estimated 41% of American adults have lost money due to fraud or have had sensitive information obtained and used fraudulently. Scammers steal billions from consumers annually and fraud is a serious issue. AARP Iowa is committed to helping Iowans stay informed about how to avoid scams and where to find support and resources in the fight against fraud.
Learn more and register here for upcoming in-person and virtual events.
During the 2026 state legislative session, AARP Iowa plans to engage in legislation across several key areas, including consumer protection, fraud prevention, financial security, long-term care, energy and livable communities.
No matter where you are in your caregiving journey, having resources at your fingertips will make the process easier.
AARP North Carolina announces Jeanne Van Divender, PhD, as State President. Learn about her leadership, volunteer journey, and impact on older adults in North Carolina.
Discover practical tips for healthy holiday eating without sacrificing flavor. Learn how to balance indulgence with nutrition during festive celebrations.
Lt. Joan Martinez is the newest recipient of the AARP New York Andrus Award for Community Service, the state’s most prestigious volunteer honor. An unpaid civilian volunteer with the New York City Police Department’s 24th precinct in the Upper West Side, Martinez patrols her neighborhood, ensuring residents and business owners feel safe.
Join AARP for Luminous Life, an interactive event designed to celebrate and uplift African American women. This event will feature inspiring speakers on caring for your crown, maximizing your health, and building your wealth. You will leave feeling inspired and empowered with information and resources to live a luminous life.
Lisa shares journey of caring for her 90-year-old mother during the pandemic and afterward—a story of sacrifice, love and resilience. Her experience highlights the urgent need for caregiver tax credits to help families keep loved ones at home.
The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) stopped the biggest gas rate hike in Illinois history, cutting a proposed $314 million increase from Nicor Gas by almost 50 percent, on the heels of months of public outcry and advocacy by AARP Illinois, including 35,000 petitions signed by AARP members.
Scammers are out in full force during the holiday season. But if you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam. Be on the lookout for these 5 holiday scams:
AARP Colorado will be under the dome during the 2026 Colorado General Assembly and advocating for legislation that empowers Coloradans 50-plus to live healthy lives, foster livable communities, and have strong support if they become caregivers.
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of AARP Oklahoma Executive Council Member Tom Anderson on Friday, November 7, after a battle with cancer.
November is Veterans and Military Families Month, a designation that honors and thanks our nation’s veterans and their families through ceremonies and celebrations.
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