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AARP Commits Thousands of Dollars to Strengthen Hawai`i Communities

AARP announced that four organizations on Oahu, Maui and Kaua`i will receive $70,000 in 2025 Community Challenge grants. The grants are part of AARP’s $4.2 million commitment to fund 383 quick-action projects aimed at making communities more livable for people of all ages, with a focus on the needs of older adults. The funds will support efforts to improve public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and other key areas.

Shred Your Financial Documents and Help the Hungry in Kailua-Kona, Wailuku on June 21

Protect yourself from identity theft by safely shredding sensitive documents at Access Information Management in Kailua Kona and Wailuku on June 21. You can also help the hungry at the same time by bringing food donations.

Bills Making it Easier to Save for Retirement, Help Kupuna Awaiting Governor's Approval

Other bills to create a state family caregiver tax credit and protect consumers against cryptocurrency ATM fraud failled to pass

Family Caregiver Resources for Hawai`i

No matter where you are in the caregiver journey, these contacts and resources will make the process easier

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AARP Hawai`i to Host Free Webinar on Investment Fraud

AARP Hawai`i is hosting a free webinar to help people learn how to spot and avoid financial scams. Participants in the “Outsmart Investment Fraud” webinar will learn about the red flags of fraud, how to verify the credentials of investment advisors and get tips on avoiding costly financial mistakes.

Here's Help for Hawaii Residents to Avoid Latest Scams

By George Bridges, JUN 1, 2020

With identity theft on the rise, AARP Hawaii will update islanders on how to protect themselves from the latest scams, from stealing mail to selling bogus coronavirus treatments.

AARP Hawai`i: IRS Stimulus Debit Cards are Legitimate, but Confusing

IRS stimulus payments arriving as debit cards, rather than Treasury checks, are causing confusion among some recipients. The IRS mailed about 4 million prepaid debit cards, known as Economic Impact Payment or EIP cards, to people who did not provide electronic deposit information to the IRS.

Real Possibilities – Six Questions to Ask a Nursing or Care Home

Since the first widespread outbreak of the coronavirus in a nursing home in Seattle, it’s clear that long-term care facilities and residents who live there are the most vulnerable to the viral transmission. And since that first outbreak, about 11,000 deaths have been reported in long-term care facilities across the United States.

AARP Hawai`i Hosts Coronavirus Telephone Town Hall with U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono

U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono will share information that could help caregivers and answer questions about the next federal stimulus bill and other legislation could affect Hawai`I at a Telephone Town Hall sponsored by AARP Hawai`i.

AARP Hawai'i Offers Free Webinars

By Geneva Diaz, MAY 10, 2020

You might not be able to physically attend events, but AARP Hawaiʻi is hosting workshops virtually for you to stay connected! Below is a list of upcoming AARP Hawaiʻi Webinars that you can join for free. Topics include disaster planning, home improvements and brain health.

Phishing Scam Targets Shark Tank Investor

Barbara Corcoran explains how an elaborate email scheme almost cost her $400,000

Get Ready to Vote at Home for Aug. 8 Primary

By George Bridges, MAY 1, 2020

Starting this year, the state is moving toward an all-mail/absentee elections. The big change will be in effect for the Aug. 8 primary and the Nov. 3 general election.

AARP Hawai`i Hosts Coronavirus Telephone Town Hall with U.S. Sen. Brain Schatz

U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz answered questions about financial assistance available to individuals and small businesses through the CARES Act at a Telephone Town Hall sponsored by AARP Hawai`i.