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Social Security has struggled with customer service for years. Declining staffing and funding has seen the Social Security Administration (SSA) leaving District residents in the lurch, dealing with long wait times on the phone and in Social Security offices, getting busy signals on the phone, or sometimes simply being unable to reach anyone for their customer service needs. SSA recently scrapped a proposed service change that would have forced many older District residents to have to go in-person to a Social Security office for routine services that have been handled over the phone.
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Throughout 2024, AARP DC continued to advocate for policies to empower District residents to improve their lives and choose where and how they live as they age. AARP DC has a long history of supporting older District residents who want to live independently as they age. This year, AARP DC fought for issues that matter most to seniors, their families and caregivers.
Living Unequally: Disrupting Health Disparities in the District
A Moving It with AARP virtual series focused on caregivers
When AARP volunteer Anita Harrison does a walk audit in a community, she keeps a sharp eye out for crosswalks and traffic signals, or the lack of them.
Pickleball Access and Upcoming Events in Cheyenne
AARP ND is deeply grateful for our outstanding volunteers and the work they do to ensure that North Dakotans can thrive as they age!
AARP Nevada is a hiring an intern for its Las Vegas office
AARP's advocacy volunteers are a distinctive sight, and voice, in the Connecticut State Capitol.
AARP Wisconsin is boosting its outreach efforts for veterans and military members in the state — and giving special attention to fraud efforts.
As criminals adapt the ways they scam and defraud people, advocates are asking for daily transaction limits on crypto ATMs and other consumer protections.
RALEIGH — You've heard the endless stories of people stealing money off of gift cards. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), these scams cost American consumers tens of millions each year.
AARP State Director gave testimony to the Ohio House Finance Committee asking for the inclusion of a state tax credit for family caregivers.
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