Get involved and volunteer with AARP Massachusetts!

There are many ways for volunteers to stay connected with AARP Massachusetts. Get involved at one of our virtual meetings and join phone calls to learn more about how you can make a difference in the lives of people 50 plus!

To inquire about any of the volunteer opportunities, please email us at ma@aarp.org.

Volunteer Network

Working with a network of volunteers, help build AARP presence in Massachusetts by planning events and engagements, collaborating with community partners, and educating members and non-members on health and financial security to help people live their best lives. Monthly virtual meeting occurs on the 3rd Friday of each month.

Advocacy

AARP is a strong advocate for Massachusetts families on key issues, including improving health care access, quality, and affordability; long term services and supports; and economic security. Contact your state and federal elected officials about key legislation impacting Bay State residents as an AARP e-advocate. Coordinate AARP advocacy activities in your community or congressional district. Educate voters on where candidates running for state and federal office stand on issues important to people age 50 and older.

How to get involved:

• Become an E-Activist at mobilize.us/aarpma
• Join our First Friday Advocacy Calls on the first Friday of each month.

Speakers Bureau

Lead educational presentations right in your community! Choose from a variety of social impact topics, such as Caregiving, Social Security, and Living Longer/Living Smarter! AARP has created a series of online toolkits with all the resources needed to give these 30-60 minute long, interactive workshops!

Not a fan of public speaking? We have “behind the scenes” volunteer roles in areas such as scheduling, marketing, training, and technology!

Age-Friendly/Livable Communities/Social Isolation

Well-designed, livable communities make for happier, healthier residents — of all ages. Support the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, an affiliate of the World Health Organization, by becoming an age-friendly ambassador, speaking with fellow residents about their interests and concerns, and advocating for the livability of your community for all! Learn more here.

Driver Safety

Become a local instructor for the 4-hour Smart Driver course offered by AARP. This refresher course reminds people of the rules of the road and provides tips for safe driving. To learn more go to www.aarp.org/drive.

Read more and sign up to volunteer here.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide

The nation’s largest, free, volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance service, serves low- and middle-income taxpayers with special attention to those aged 60+. All volunteers receive training from AARP. Trainings are conducted in the fall and the season starts Feb 1st. Learn more at www.aarp.org/taxaide.

Not a “numbers person”? We also need paper organizers, greeters, translators, and more!

How to get involved:
Learn more and sign up to volunteer here.

AARP Experience Corps/Literations

Become an AARP Experience Corps volunteer with Literations. Help mentor a child attending one of 16 public schools or after-school programs in Boston and Revere. With your time and guidance, this child could have the chance to improve his or her literacy skills. Learn more here. Volunteering is based in the Boston and Revere areas.
There are plenty of opportunities. If you need help figuring out where you can help email us at ma@aarp.org.