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NOV 13, 2024
We’re at war with scammers who steal billions of dollars from unsuspecting consumers every year. These Grinches are everywhere! The impact on victims and their families can be financially and emotionally devastating, especially for older Americans.
NOV 12, 2024
With the holidays upon us, online shopping ramps up and so do the tactics scammers use to steal your hard-earned money! Scammers steal billions of dollars from unsuspecting consumers every year. The impact on victims and their families can be financially and emotionally devastating, especially for older Americans.
NOV 12, 2024
“Navigating the Journey: Adjusting the Sails in Dementia Caregiving” was the theme of the 38th Annual Caregiver’s Conference, presented by the Northern Virginia Dementia Care Consortium.
10 Tips to keep scammers from taking the cheer out of your holiday season.
Scammers are out in full force during the holiday season. But if you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam. Be on the lookout for these 5 holiday scams:
Jack Shahbazian, a veteran volunteer for AARP Arizona, and Adelia Hefiln, a newer addition to AARP’s volunteer team, both became AARP Volunteers for the same reason — to grow their own personal community in Phoenix.
By Amber Miller, Sr. Assoc. State Director of Outreach, AARP
Enter below for a chance to win a seat at Football After Dark with Jaylon Johnson.
AARP presents: Luminous Life! A very special event coming to Chicago on November 16th! Dr. Carol Adams Hosts this exclusive event that you do not want to miss out om! Join us and local experts to learn more about taking care of your crown and information to help with your health and wealth. All Queens are welcome to this pop-up experience, we cannot wait to see you there!
The 16th annual AARP Oklahoma Native American Elder Honors celebrated 48 Native American elders from 17 Oklahoma tribal nations for their achievements, community service, and impact. Since 2009, AARP Oklahoma has recognized over 700 Native American elders from the state's 39 tribal nations.
Con artists have latched on to gift cards as a convenient, untraceable form of payment in their scams. That’s why AARP Delaware supported a new law, which was sponsored by State Representative Larry Lambert, requiring retailers selling third-party gift cards to post signage alerting customers to protect themselves from gift card scams and telling them how to report it. The bill is aligned with AARP’s efforts to prevent fraud through its Fraud Watch Network, and had AARP Delaware's full support as it sailed through the Legislature and passed unanimously.
This virtual performance by the Ukulele Moonshiners promises to be a lively exploration of ukulele songs and the instrument’s unique sound.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year...for both you and scammers. According to a 2023 AARP Holiday Shopping Fraud report, 80% of U.S. consumers have experienced holiday-related fraud. But what are the top scams? Here’s what you need to know to stay safe this holiday season:
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