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.
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:
AARP Delaware is pushing for changes to state law that would add price gouging during a national emergency and consumer fraud on social media to the definition of “unfair business practices.”
A recent AARP survey of Delawareans age 45 and older revealed that 92 percent of those who responded are worried about having enough savings to retire. AARP learned that 68% of Delawareans think it’s important to have a way to save for retirement through the workplace. That’s why AARP supports House Bill 205, DE EARNS. This state-facilitated savings opportunity makes it easier for workers to save for the future, right out of their paychecks. AARP believes people should age with dignity and independence, and DE EARNS will help make that possible for all.
AARP Delaware has remained hard at work on behalf of older adults in the First State, advocating for family caregivers, fighting fraud and holding events like virtual movie nights.
AARP caregiving expert Amy Goyer will be a featured speaker at the Delaware Aging Expo as part of a session titled, Caregiving: A Discussion with Caregivers.
Hear from AARP experts at the Delaware Aging Expo! Caregiving expert Amy Goyer will be a featured speaker during a Caregiving conversation, and State Director Lucretia Young will moderate a panel of state legislators to discuss aging issues in the First State. You can even learn some new tips for preventing fraud from Communications Director Kim Wharton on a Scam Alert! panel. And, it's all online so you can enjoy the discussions in the comfort of your own home or office.