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With AARP Massachusetts, there is always plenty to do and learn. This page does the work of keeping track of all of our free events, information sessions and more for you. Find the events or series of events that are just to your liking or try something outside of your comfort zone.
Use your life experience to enrich the lives of those in your community and help however you can. Volunteer with AARP Massachusetts virtually or in-person. There's plenty of different opportunities to volunteer and roles to fill.
For the first time since AARP began publishing the Scorecard in 2011, more than half of Medicaid long-term care dollars nationwide for older adults and people with physical disabilities went to home- and community-based services instead of nursing homes and other institutions.
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 Massachusetts for all ages to live, work and play. We hope you’ll join us!
If you’re a member of MassHealth, you may need to show you still qualify for the assistance. Federal laws changed when the COVID Public Health Emergency ended last spring. MassHealth must now determine members are still eligible for the program
Both nationally and locally, fraud and scams are everywhere. AARP is here to assist you in navigating your way around scams and what to do should you encounter one.
Open this page for a list of Fraud Prevention related events and resources.
The AARP Fraud Watch Network ™ is a free resource for all. With AARP as your partner, you’ll learn how to proactively spot scams, get guidance from our fraud specialists if you’ve been targeted, and feel more secure knowing that we advocate at the federal, state, and local levels to protect consumers and enforce the law. The AARP Fraud Helpline, 877-908-3360, is free and available to anyone looking for assistance regarding scams.
Once a month, on the first & 2nd Saturdays of every month, AARP members and volunteers in the Greater Worcester & Boston areas sign up to walk and talk with each other and a local healthcare provider. People of all ages, fitness levels, and backgrounds are welcome to these free, ongoing events. Walking in Worcester on every 1st Saturday of the month and Boston every 2nd Saturday. RAIN OR SHINE. Sign up today.
As the fall formal legislation season winds down, AARP Massachusetts saw key bills make headway on Beacon Hill. Nursing home reform and a bill aimed at cutting prescription drug costs cleared hurdles.