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JUL 17, 2019
AARP announced the awardees for its 2019 AARP Community Challenge grant program, including Wilmington Renaissance Corporation right here in Delaware. A total of nearly $1.6 million will be distributed to fund 159 “quick action” projects across the country, helping communities make immediate improvements and jumpstart long-term progress to support residents of all ages. Nearly 1,700 applications were received from non-profits and government entities for the program, now in its third year. Each of the projects, which must be completed by November 4, is designed to achieve one or more of the following outcomes:
JUL 3, 2019
Learn about ways to protect yourself and your loved ones at our free, two-part webinar.
JUN 10, 2019
More help at home for caregivers is now a reality
Delaware’s Senate passed the Share the Care Act, SB 27, this week by a vote of 20-0. AARP is working with a statewide coalition of partners to pass the bill, and this vote moves it one step closer to becoming a law in Delaware.
Attend AARP’s free, two-part webinar to find out how.
Help restore essential African American history by volunteering at the Colored Conventions Project, a collaboration with AARP Delaware.
Find out what you can already be doing to prepare at our free, two-part webinar.
Mary Louse Embrey’s 94-year old father was an active family man. When a variety of health conditions got the best of him, caring for him became complicated. He wanted to stay in his own home, which the whole family fully embraced and made happen. Soon enough, Mary Louise became challenged by balancing her work schedule and family life while helping to care for her two young children.
Gov. Carney and State Elected Officials Will Give Words of Support on issues pertinent to those age 50+.
With tax-filing season a prime time for identity theft scammers to prey on unsuspecting consumers, the AARP Fraud Watch Network is reminding Delaware taxpayers that submitting their tax returns as soon as is practical can greatly reduce their chances of being victimized by a fraudulent return.
Delaware recently ranked #4 among all states for number of identity theft complaints; and ranked #8 for general fraud complaints. The City of Dover ranked #7 nationwide for fraud complaints. You can prevent yourself from becoming part of this growing statistic of consumers who are scammed daily. AARP wants to help, so we decided to be a sponsor of the 55+ Expo and focus on FRAUD PREVENTION. Join us at the Expo in Dover to gain valuable tools and tips and to sign on the AARP Fraud Watch Network so you can get ongoing updates about scams nationwide and in your community.
AARP has been helping older Americans do their taxes and improve their driving skills for decades.
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