AARP Delaware

Find free online and in-person local events designed with you in mind. Discover fun exercise classes, healthy cooking demos, helpful workshops, and more.

New Castle County Register of Wills Ciro Popitti joins AARP Delaware for a discussion of wills, estate plannings and more!

Results of Vital Voices Survey Will Shape AARP’s Future Advocacy Efforts

April is National Volunteer Month. AARP Delaware celebrates the incredible Delawareans whose selfless service strengthens communities nationwide. Their dedication leaves a lasting impact, and for that, we are deeply grateful.

AARP Delaware has teamed up with Smart Growth America — a Washington-based nonprofit — on a project that both groups hope will lead to more transportation options and affordable housing in key areas of the state.

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