While many people might be familiar with the discounts and insurance products AARP offers, they may not know about the work AARP does at the local level or the kinds of resources AARP has that can make everyday living easier.
To show people the many sides of AARP, AARP New Mexico is conducting an evening reception, Nov. 6, in Santa Fe to show the community the work that is being done right in their hometown.
AARP New Mexico will be conducting two free document shredding events -- one in Santa Fe and one in Las Cruces – both taking place Saturday, Oct. 26.
The event in Santa Fe, however, will have a special combination. AARP New Mexico is joining forces with the New Mexico Department of Justice, which will offer safe disposal of prescription drugs, as part of Drug Take Back Day. Both services will be drive-through.
AARP released a report Aug. 28 that shows an estimated 16,073 New Mexicans on Medicare prescription drug plans will see savings thanks to a new out-of-pocket cap that starts Jan. 1, 2025.
AARP recently announced that five organizations from across New Mexico will receive 2024 Community Challenge grants. This is part of AARP’s largest investment in communities to date with $3.8 million awarded among 343 organizations nationwide through the AARP Community Challenge grant program.
We often refer to unpaid family caregivers as Wisconsin’s unsung heroes, flying under the radar while providing vital care that allows their loved ones to continue living in their homes and communities as long as possible.
The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 introduced major updates to retirement savings, offering greater flexibility for individuals managing their 401(k) plans. These changes, effective in 2024, allow easier access to retirement funds for emergencies and adjust required minimum distribution (RMD) rules. While the updates are helpful, it’s important to weigh the long-term impact of these decisions on your financial future.
U.S. Attorney’s Office, the FBI, AARP Idaho, Along with Tribal and Local Law Enforcement Officials, Announce Second “Don’t Click December” Consumer Protection Campaign
RALEIGH, NC – Bill Lamb of Raleigh was presented with the AARP “Andrus Award,” in November. This award recognizes the volunteer in North Carolina who has done the most to share their experience, talents, and skills to enrich the lives of others.
This AARP award honors a select, bipartisan group of elected officials and partners nationwide who have championed support for family caregivers, ensuring they have the resources needed to care for their loved ones.
December 2 to 6, 2024, is Older Driver Safety Awareness Week (ODSAW), a time to empower older adults to improve their safety on the nation’s roadways. This is important because – even though they are safe drivers overall – older drivers are more vulnerable to severe injury or even death when involved in a vehicle crash.