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You have a lot to offer employers. Help them recognize it.

By Craig Davis, FEB 28, 2018

Join our online Q&A sessions to learn how to age-proof your career.

Achieving Financial Security

By Michael Humes, JAN 25, 2018

By Jasmine Carvalho with United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut

AARP Applauds Progress in Implementing Retirement Security Program

By Michael Humes, JAN 22, 2018

AARP Connecticut applauds the progress towards implementing the Connecticut Retirement Security Program (Public Act 16-29) that was signed into law in 2016 and is on-track to begin operation in 2018.

Let Your Voice Be Heard: Tell Regulators to Say NO to Special Deals for Profitable Millstone Without Disclosure!

By Michael Humes, JAN 5, 2018

The Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) and the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) have concluded that the Millstone Nuclear Power plant will be profitable through the year 2035, (Docket # 17-07-32).

Want more flexible hours? Make part-time work.

By Craig Davis, JAN 5, 2018

Join our online event for free job searching tips, tools resources, interactive videos, recruiter chats and more.

Volunteer with AARP Tax-Aide Program for a Rewarding Experience

By Michael Humes, OCT 3, 2017

The following post was submitted by Linda Avery, State Coordinator for the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program in Connecticut.

Law Makes it Easier to Save for Retirement

By George Bridges, OCT 1, 2017

AARP Connecticut is ramping up efforts to make sure a state law that can help private-sector workers save for retirement becomes a reality.

UConn Department of Public Policy – Encore!Fairfield County – Program Begins November 1

By Michael Humes, SEP 14, 2017

In fall 2016, The University of Connecticut Nonprofit Leadership Program successfully launched Encore!Fairfield County. The program created an opportunity for more Connecticut residents to participate in the Department of Public Policy’s award-winning program providing professionals age 50 and older in the state with a prestigious development experience assisting with a transition from a corporate career to one in the nonprofit sector. The Fairfield County offering is modeled after Encore!Hartford, entering into its eighth year and holds an impressive track record with 91% of participants finding employment (70% full-time), and 73% of those employed landing in the nonprofit sector.

Have you Ever Dreamed of Being Your Own Boss?

By Michael Humes, SEP 5, 2017

Are you over 50 and looking for ways to improve your current financial situation? Have you ever dreamed of being your own boss? AARP and the University of Hartford will host a free Work for Yourself@50+ workshop to help you get started on Tuesday, Sept. 12, at 9:30 a.m. at the AARP Connecticut office in Hartford. Parking for the event will be free.