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AARP Maryland Advocacy Update (Sine Die Edition!)

For 90 days, beginning January 8, AARP Maryland volunteers converged upon the State House to advocate on behalf of older Marylanders. Read on to see all that we have accomplished!

AARP Maryland Responds to BGE Rate Increases

Recent utility rate hikes untenable for Marylanders on fixed incomes.

AARP Maryland Announces Grant Opportunity for Quick-Action Community Improvement Projects

Community Challenge Grant program accepting applications through March 5.

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AARP Maryland Veterans Corner, April 2023

AARP Maryland Veterans Corner is where we highlight news, resources and activities serving Maryland's military community.

Don't Fall Prey to Social Security Scams

This article goes over a common type of scam that targets social security recipients.

National Consumer Protection Week

Learn a few simple tips that can protect you from scams and fraud.

AARP Maryland Responds to Reports of Abuse at Charlotte Hall

Complaints about abuse and neglect in long-term care facilities, including nursing homes and assisted living facilities, should always be promptly investigated and, if applicable, prosecuted.

Bank Imposter Scams Are Proliferating

As our banking moves online, so too do the scammers.

New Law Helps Marylanders Who Are on Medicare, and Have Diabetes, to Afford Insulin

A lifesaving new law caps insulin costs for people with Medicare, saving people with diabetes hundreds of dollars per year. Now, 8,403 Marylanders enrolled in Medicare prescription drug plans will have peace of mind knowing that they will no longer have to pay more than $35 a month for the insulin they need to stay healthy.

What You Need to Know About the May 14 Primary Election

Join AARP Maryland and Maryland Elections Administrator Jared DeMarinis in interactive telephone town hall and learn about how to exercise your rights on May 14.

Family Caregivers in Maryland Provide $12.5 Billion in Unpaid Care to Loved Ones

The unpaid care provided by the 760,000 caregivers in Maryland is valued at $12.5 billion, according to new state data available in AARP’s latest report in the Valuing the Invaluable series. This is a $2.9 billion increase in unpaid contributions since the last report was released in 2019. The report highlights the growing scope and complexity of family caregiving and highlights actions needed to address the many challenges of caring for parents, spouses, and other loved ones.