AARP Maine

Last year, 42 million consumers suffered a staggering $52 billion in losses from identity fraud. Just when you think there can’t possibly be a silver lining – we found one. Much of this activity is happening via “traditional ID fraud” – the kind that happens in a way the consumer may never know, like a data breach. The other form of identity fraud happens as part of a scam (when a criminal directly deceives someone into giving sensitive information. Victims and losses dropped significantly from last year, with 12 million fewer victims (at 27 million total) and $15 billion less in losses (for a total of $28 billion). While the numbers are still outrageous, it suggests that consumers have adopted stronger protections that have put a big dent in the success of identity fraud scams.

JOIN us for "Fraud Watch with Phil and Pam" each month for an insightful discussion on fighting scams and fraud in Maine.

AARP is here to help you take on today – and every day. From sharing practical resources, to holding fun activities and events, AARP is providing opportunities to connect and help build an even stronger Maine for all ages to live, work and play. We hope you’ll join us!

We are excited to share information about an upcoming event series with the Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter. Join the Alzheimer’s Association for a four-event virtual series with important information for you and your loved ones. This event is hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter. Any information you provide to the host organization will be governed by its privacy policy and procedures. All events are being offered virtually via webinar. You will receive access info via email upon registration. Please be sure to provide a valid email address upon registration.

A guide to where, when and how to get a COVID-19 vaccine or booster.

Request a no-excuse absentee ballot and vote safely from home in June’s primaries and November’s general election.

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With the June 14 state primaries just around the corner and the general election not far behind, AARP Maine is working to make sure residents across the state know where candidates stand on important issues. Volunteer advocates are an essential part of these nonpartisan efforts.

Sometimes you can spot a scam based on how you are prompted to pay for something – say, lottery winnings or a past due utility bill. What once was the domain of wire transfers and gift cards is fast becoming flooded with cryptocurrency as a form of payment in scams.  (No form of payment ever really goes out of style, but criminals jump on new ways of stealing money at every opportunity.)

The brightest stars in Maine are our AARP volunteers! At AARP Maine, we believe that hard work shouldn’t go unnoticed. To celebrate the accomplishments of our volunteer advocates, we are proud to announce the 2022 Legislative Honor Roll.