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JUL 27, 2025
A new AARP survey, released in conjunction with Social Security’s 90th anniversary, confirms that Americans highly value Social Security, and even more so than five years ago. The vast majority of Americans – 95% of Republicans, 98% of Democrats, and 93% of Independents – consider Social Security vital to the financial security of all Americans, and 67% believe it is even more important for retirees than it was five years ago.
JUL 25, 2025
Senator Chris Coons joined AARP Delaware State Director Lucretia Young for a conversation about the future and solvency of Social Security. Social Security's 90th Anniversary is August 14th. Listen in on AARP Delaware's Facebook page.
JUL 9, 2025
Across the U.S., housing shortages are impacting millions of Americans. From coast to coast, residents are facing high interest rates and low housing supply – making it nearly impossible to find affordable housing. Delaware is no exception. Residents of the First State are facing a staggering 19,000-unit affordable housing shortage with no end in sight.
JUN 3, 2025
Do you know an extraordinary volunteer who is age 50 or older? Show your appreciation by nominating them for the Andrus Award.
Starting in 2025, more Delaware workers should be able to save for retirement by having money deducted from their paychecks at work.
For voters in Delaware in 2022, election rules changed and then changed back.
Stay Calm and Centered, All the Time with AARP Delaware's Fall Yoga Series.
House Bill 205, DE EARNS was signed into law by Governor John Carney on August 18, 2022. AARP Delaware fully supports this new law which gives Delawareans a more secure financial future. The AARP Delaware State Office joined State Treasurer Colleen Davis and bill sponsors Rep. Larry Lambert and Sen. NIcole Poore when Governor John Carney signed the bill into law at the Mejah book store in Claymont.
Bill Allows Medicare to Negotiate Lower Drug Prices and Caps Out-of-Pocket Spending on Medications for Seniors In Medicare Plans
AARP Delaware is a proud sponsor this year’s 36th Annual Amish Country Bike Tour, is scheduled to return Saturday, Sept. 10, starting and ending on Legislative Mall in downtown Dover, Delaware. With routes of 16, 25, 50, 62 and 100 miles, there is an option for cyclists of all ages and abilities.
New voting options make it easier to access the polls
With the close of the 151st General Assembly on June 30th, AARP is celebrating several big wins that will improve the lives of Delawareans 50+. Our Advocacy Team of volunteers worked tirelessly to help make it all happen!
Delaware voters will nominate candidates for state and federal offices on primary day, Tuesday, Sept. 13. AARP Delaware urges all eligible First Staters to vote and to be aware that because of redistricting, changed state legislative lines may affect which candidates appear on their ballots.
AARP Delaware announced that four Delaware non-profit and/or governmental agencies will receive AARP Community Challenge grants – part of the largest group of grantees to date with $3.4 million awarded among 260 organizations nationwide. Grantees will implement quick-action projects that help communities become more livable in the long-term by improving public places; transportation; housing; diversity, equity and inclusion; digital access; and civic engagement, with an emphasis on the needs of adults age 50 and over.
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