At the start of World War II, German U-boats were inflicting heavy losses on Allied ships. The Nazis coordinated their attacks by sending coded messages using an encryption system that “seemed to be unbreakable,” said Dan Sherman, an AARP Community Ambassador and expert on the subject.
Join us for a discussion about civic engagement and health, including federal health policy changes, community health priorities, and ways to engage in non-partisan advocacy
The halls of our Capitol building are quieter now that the 2025 legislative session has ended. While this session was one of the toughest in recent years, largely due to a significant budget shortfall, we passed several impactful policies that will benefit Washingtonians. From improved healthcare systems to smart city planning, our team of staff and volunteers have worked tirelessly to ensure that the needs of older residents are met with compassion and dedication. Let's look at some of the highlights.
In an ever-changing—and often confusing—political and media environment, AARP is continuing to fight on behalf of our members to protect Social Security.
Older Americans depend on services provided by the Social Security Administration, whether it be over the phone, online, or face-to-face at local field offices.
AARP Wyoming’s GRT is a group of AARP members in the Cowboy State who enjoy learning and advocating for policy that helps older adults in Wyoming. The GRT meets monthly during the legislative interim to do a deep dive into a policy topic, and weekly during the Legislative Session. During a planning meeting in March, the GRT overwhelmingly requested more information on gaming in Wyoming and its impacts to the state’s coffers in light of property tax cuts.
Join AARP AK and presenters from the Alaska Medicare Information Office, Federal Trade Commission, Alaska Legal Services and retirement planning specialists to learn what you need to know to be financially fit, prevent fraud, learn about legal documents and advance planning before retiring.
This Memorial Day weekend, you’re invited to a powerful two-day event honoring Wyoming’s veterans and their families at the Veterans Talking to Veterans (VTTV) Memorial Day Celebration in Dubois, Wyoming.