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Join Social Security 90th celebrations in Tecumseh and Tulsa. Also, snap a picture with the Golden Driller for a chance to win a $100 gift card.

Presented by AARP Florida and hosted by Darby Jones, Professional Fiduciary and Licensed Attorney, Aging Academy: Navigating Decisions is a monthly virtual education series designed to provide caregivers and solo-agers with practical, actionable information and resources to help them plan for the future and age with confidence.

Presented by AARP Florida, Aging Academy: Navigating Decisions empowers older adults and their families with trusted information and practical strategies for aging with dignity and confidence. In this post, we explore the urgent issue of elder abuse—what it is, how to spot the warning signs, and steps you can take to protect yourself or a loved one. Awareness is key, and this blog offers tools to stay informed, engaged, and safe.

AARP Virginia will once again fight to make medicine more affordable for Virginians and support aging Virginians and their caregivers during next year's General Assembly session.

Imagine this: You wake up in the morning, stretch, and shuffle toward the kitchen for your first cup of coffee. But instead of a smooth stroll, you find yourself dodging furniture, navigating steep stairs, and wrestling with cabinets that seem to have shrunk overnight. Sound familiar? As we age, our homes—once perfectly suited to our younger selves—can start feeling like obstacle courses.

The State Legislature bridged a historically narrow political divide to pass a two-year state budget during a special session. Despite facing challenges such as vacancies in both chambers, federal budget uncertainties, and a looming structural deficit, the Legislature successfully advanced several of AARP Minnesota’s key legislative priorities. AARP Minnesota advocates for the rights and well-being of older Minnesotans. With over 620,000 members, AARP ensures that the voices of older adults are heard in the legislative process each year. This session, AARP Minnesota achieved significant legislative victories, including the following.

Boost your financial wellness with our financial fitness fair! Learn about Social Security benefits, retirement planning strategies, and how to avoid scams. Workshops are free to attend and free secure document shredding will be provided.

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.

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

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