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AARP New Jersey educates and advocates on behalf of those 50+ on issues that are important to them, their families, and to all Garden State residents.
New Brunswick, NJ – Ann Lippel has been selected by AARP, the nonprofit organization for people 50 and older, to receive the 2025 AARP New Jersey Andrus Award for Community Service, the Association’s most prestigious and visible state volunteer award for community service.
As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
Starting January 2026, Social Security payments will increase by 2.8%. This cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) means the average monthly retirement payment will rise by about $56, from $2,015 to $2,071. Survivor benefits will go up by roughly $52, and disability payments will increase by $44. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will see their first boosted payment on December, payable in January 2026.
AARP New Jersey has teamed up with ONNJ for the television series, The Power of Us, hosted by State Director Chris Widelo.
Active-duty military and veterans lost more than $414 million to fraud and scams in 2022, a 195% increase from 2021, according to the Federal Trade Commission
AARP Montana seeks nominations for the 2025 Andrus Award, the State’s highest community service award for those age 50 and over.
Here is the list of topics committee chairs brought to the Management Council before learning they will only have four meeting days.
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An annual lobby day at the Arkansas State Capitol brought out AARP members to advocate for caregiving, retirement legislation.
As we navigate through 2025, it's crucial to stay vigilant against the ever-evolving tactics of scammers. With advancements in technology, scammers are becoming more sophisticated, making it essential to be aware of the latest scams to protect yourself and your loved ones. Here are some of the top scams to watch out for in 2025, based on insights from AARP.
On Monday, April 7, 2025, AARP New Jersey hosted a pivotal event aimed at combating fraud: "Fraud 360 – Awareness, Prevention & Recovery." This summit, held in partnership with the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), brought together leading experts in cybersecurity and fraud investigation to shed light on the deceptive tactics used by scammers and provide attendees with essential strategies to protect themselves.
The AARP Smart Driver Course is a driving refresher course that features research-based curriculum. The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.
AARP fought plan that would have forced many to go to SSA office in person to apply
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