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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
Bipartisan legislation backed by AARP Texas would expand healthcare access by allowing nurse practitioners to provide care to the full extent of their licensure and training.
Few things are as deeply woven into the fabric of our nation as Social Security. For over eight decades, this bedrock program has offered economic security and dignity to millions of retirees, people with disabilities, and surviving spouses and children. It is a sacred promise between the government and the American people who pay in and earn their Social Security over a lifetime of hard work.
Have you ever thought drought can be a winter issue even when there is plenty of snow cover?
From retirement readiness in the public and private sectors to supporting caregivers and aging in place, AARP Alaska is working on behalf of all Alaskans 50 and older.
Are you eligible to enroll in Medicare, but don’t know where to start?
67 million Americans receive benefits that they have earned
Few things are as deeply woven into the fabric of our nation as Social Security. For over eight decades, this bedrock program has offered economic security and dignity to millions of retirees, people with disabilities, and surviving spouses and children. It is a sacred promise between the government and the American people who pay in and earn their Social Security over a lifetime of hard work.
We invite all family caregivers in Maine to share their stories with us. Your voice matters, and we are here to listen and fight for you.
The Man Behind the Counter Private Screening & Q&A
AARP Florida is thrilled to invite you to a free screening of Clemente, a powerful documentary that delves into the remarkable life and legacy of baseball legend Roberto Clemente. This feature-length film, executive produced by LeBron James and Richard Linklater, paints a vivid picture of Clemente’s journey—from his humble beginnings in Puerto Rico to his rise as one of baseball’s most iconic figures. The film also highlights his humanitarian work and tragic passing in 1972, leaving behind an enduring legacy of excellence and service.
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