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AARP Connecticut Urges PURA to Reject Yankee Gas Service Company Natural Gas Rate Increase Request

Ratepayers Can Voice Their Position by Signing an Online Petition or Attending Public Hearings in February, March & April

AARP Fraud Watch Network: Tips to Avoiding Gold Bar Fraud & Cruises to Nowhere Scams, a Live Fraud Victim Spotlight Webinar, and Helping Repeat Fraud Victims

MAR 19, 2025

Scams take many forms so being aware and understanding the variety of ways criminals use to steal money can help you stay a step ahead of scams. Scammers may seek payment through hard-to-trace methods with few or no protections including gift cards, cryptocurrency, wire transfers, peer-to-peer apps and, more recently, gold bars.

Are Your Financial Matters in Order?

MAR 18, 2025

Want to enjoy the peace of mind that comes with having your financial matters in order? This is where we can help. AARP is working to empower you with information and resources that can help bring comfort and security for you and your loved ones.

Nearly 90 Percent of Connecticut Residents Support a Family Caregiver Tax Credit

FEB 14, 2025

New AARP research also shows majority of residents are more likely to support candidates who endorse a family caregiver tax credit

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AARP Connecticut Calls on Congress to Address Growing Needs of Older Americans Amid Coronavirus Crisis

AARP Connecticut has recently met virtually with federal lawmakers to urge more help for older Americans and their families as they face growing health and economic challenges due to the coronavirus crisis. Residents in nursing homes, those who are food-insecure, and people who have lost their jobs are particularly in need.

Seniors Job Bank Stays Open, Focuses on “Essential” Work

This guest post was written and submitted by Bernie Weiss, President, Seniors Job Bank

Phishing Scam Targets Shark Tank Investor

Barbara Corcoran explains how an elaborate email scheme almost cost her $400,000

AARP Connecticut Calls on Governor Lamont to Make Changes to Voting Requirements

On April 30, 2020, AARP Connecticut State Director Nora Duncan sent the letter below to Governor Ned Lamont strongly recommending immediate actions related to the August 11, 2020, and November 3, 2020, elections that will provide Connecticut’s older adults and those at most risk from COVID-19 access to voting while ensuring their health protection.

Connecticut COVID-19 News and Information

View the latest information and articles from AARP Connecticut.

Is your loved one in a nursing home? 6 Questions you need to ask.

AARP is providing information and resources about COVID-19 to help older Connecticut residents, and their families protect themselves from the virus and prevent it from spreading to others.

Live Q&A Event: Coronavirus: Coping & Maintaining Your Well-Being

AARP will host a live Coronavirus Information Tele-Town Hall every Thursday at 12 p.m. (CST). Experts at this week’s live Q&A event will address your questions related to protecting yourself and loved ones from the virus, staying healthy and reducing social isolation.

Information, Health and Food Help During COVID-19 Outbreak in Connecticut

By Natalie Missakian, APR 3, 2020

Resources for government services, home health visits, food banks, grocery access, meal delivery and unemployment benefits.

AARP Connecticut Calls on Governor Lamont to Make Changes to June 2, 2020, Primary Voting Requirements

On April 1, 2020, AARP Connecticut sent the letter below to Governor Ned Lamont strongly recommending immediate actions related to the rescheduled June 2, 2020, Connecticut Primary that will provide older adults and those at most risk from COVID-19 access to voting while ensuring their health protection.