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AARP Iowa Events

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Seven Iowa Organizations Awarded 2025 Community Challenge Grants

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.

Iowa Legislative Session Recap

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.

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Fighting Fraud & Stopping Scams in the Bay State

By Ted Carey, JUN 10, 2025

Fraud and scams are everywhere. AARP is here to assist you. Open this page for a list of Fraud Prevention related events and resources.

Taking it to the Streets: Improving Pedestrian Safety New York City Sidewalks Findings

From November 14 to December 8, 2024, AARP New York staff and volunteers conducted comprehensive walk audits across the state. The audit aimed to assess pedestrian safety and walkability at various intersections. Evaluators examined 160 intersections, focusing on the conditions of sidewalks, crosswalks, roadways, and crossing signals. The findings revealed that many intersections lacked essential pedestrian safety features, highlighting the need for improvements to ensure safer walking conditions for residents.

AARP Montana holds free shredding events

Protecting Montanans from fraud & identity theft has long been an AARP priority. Take advantage of FREE document shredding on Fraud Fighting Fridays

City of Thornton Joins the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities

The nationwide network aims to make communities more livable for people of all ages

AARP Applauds Passage of HB 483 to Protect Consumers from Crypto Kiosk Scams

Older adults disproportionately impacted by virtual currency fraud

AARP, Patient Rights Advocacy Forum urges Governor to veto Senate Bill 134

Poor nursing home safety and quality top concerns to limiting liability

POSTPONED: AARP Wyoming CommuniTEA for Caregivers in Cheyenne is Postponed

Whether you're a caregiver, someone who receives care—or both—you're welcome. We'll have piano music, a variety of teas, light refreshments, and some fun, low-key activities. It’s a chance to relax, connect with others, and enjoy a peaceful afternoon in good company.

AARP Tax-Aide Seeks Volunteer Coordinator for Salem Area

No Tax Experience Needed!

Get Smart on Financial Security with 'Ask the Expert' Virtual Series

By Sadie Shattuck, JUN 10, 2025

Older adults' financial well-being as they age depends on sound planning, retirement savings, Social Security benefits, health care costs and financial resilience.