AARP Delaware

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AARP Delaware wants people to have more choices as to how they live as they age, and to age with dignity and independence. Better health and social connectedness are key priorities that can make that happen.

AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement related to comments about changes at the Social Security Administration (SSA):

New Castle County residents may soon see the development of “pocket neighborhoods”—groups of small, detached homes arranged around a communal open space, such as a courtyard or garden.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is providing free preparation now through April 15 throughout Delaware. Started in 1968, Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest free, volunteer-based tax assistance and preparation program and has served over 80 million people. For the 2024 tax season, nearly 28,000 volunteers helped almost 1.7 million taxpayers, 965,000 of whom were adults over 50 with low income. Tax-Aide is offered in conjunction with the IRS, and AARP membership is not required.

The annual program aims to make communities in Delaware more livable for people of all ages

Linwood Jackson has been presented with the AARP Delaware 2024 Andrus Award for Community Service, the Association’s most prestigious and visible state volunteer award.

Learn about the latest AARP Delaware news and events on its YouTube page.

As 2024 comes to a close, AARP Delaware’s advocacy work hasn’t slowed down. We’ve won in our efforts to advocate for you as 2024 bills are signed. We’ve been supporting local efforts to create affordable housing throughout the summer and fall. Here’s a re-cap and a look ahead:

New AARP Report Highlights Steady Increase in Consumer Fraud Year-Over-Year