AARP Colorado

AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins released the following statement in response to the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg Friday:

AARP Foundation to match contributions, dollar for dollar, up to $500,000

The Colorado Alliance for Latino Mentors and Authors (CALMA)* is being formed because the organizers believe a thriving and functioning democracy requires that all voices must be heard.

AARP Colorado is working overtime to ensure Latinos in Colorado vote and vote early through mail-in ballots. Those who are waiting to vote in person should stress safety protocols and apply social distancing and wear protective gear, such as masks to cover the nose and mouth always.

“Wine is bottled poetry.” - Robert Louis Stevenson

Biden leading and Senate race a dead heat

Scammers follow headlines and trends. That is why it is no surprise that they are now posing as representatives from Amazon. With more people staying home and shopping from home than ever before, many consumers rely on delivery services like Amazon for some of the products they used to buy at a store. Reports of scams invoking the Amazon name have skyrocketed in recent months. Here are some tips for avoiding Amazon imposter scams:

2020 has been pretty rough so far, we know it. AARP ElderWatch is here to help you understand your credit report, get connected to benefits and community resources and in the tragic case of the loss of a loved one, help you organize your finances. All of this can be done from the comfort and safety of your home, via the phone or video call by one of AARP ElderWatch’s trained volunteers. Call AARP ElderWatch for assistance today at 800-222-4444, option 2 or email aarpelderwatch@aarp.org. Mention financial assistance in your message or subject line and we will get back to you within three (3) business days. In the meantime, check out these quick financial tips:

Check out No Copay Radio* for the latest from the 9Health Fair and the Tri-County Health Department. See summary and get links to the show below:

Join AARP Colorado for a vital discussion about the disparities of the state's Hispanic population in contracting COVID-19 and what we can do to keep our Latino communities safe with the help of local resources.