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On 90th Anniversary, Survey Finds Social Security Viewed as More Important than Ever

A new AARP survey, released for Social Security’s 90th anniversary, shows overwhelming bipartisan support for the program, with 95% of Republicans, 98% of Democrats, and 93% of Independents calling it vital to Americans’ financial security.

Celebrate 90 Years of Social Security with AARP!

America marks Social Security’s 90th Anniversary on August 14. 90 years ago, our country made a promise to provide hardworking Americans with a way to earn a foundation for financial security in retirement. This year, AARP is proudly celebrating Social Security’s legacy while fighting to protect and strengthen it for older Americans today and for our kids and grandkids tomorrow.

AARP Urges Lawmakers to Make Smart, Compassionate Policy Choices

AARP Massachusetts is urging lawmakers to support vital measures that uplift older adults and caregivers; paying spouses as caregivers, increasing personal needs allowances, and protections for vulnerable MassHealth applicants. All three issues were part of a July 1st healthcare hearing

The Bay State’s 2026 Budget: Big Wins for Older Adults

Governor Healey signed the 2026 Massachusetts budget into law on the 4th of July. The budget invests in older residents and supports the Commonwealth’s 780,000 family caregivers allowing people to age with dignity in their own homes and communities-where they want to. The governor did veto a key proposal that would set up a plan that allows more people to save for retirement.

AARP Supports Legislation to Help Seniors Stay in Their Homes

By Ted Carey, JUN 30, 2025

As we get older, staying in our homes and communities becomes more important than ever. But property taxes can make that hard for many older adults in Massachusetts. That’s why AARP is supporting An Act Relative to Senior Property Tax Deferral

AARP Testifies on Beacon Hill to Support Safer Streets for All Ages

AARP Massachusetts testified in support of House Bill 3804 and Senate Bill 2419 to make streets safer by allowing towns to extend crosswalk signals—helping older adults and anyone who needs more time to cross.

AARP Fighting for Older Bay State Residents in Massachusetts Budget

By Ted Carey, JUN 16, 2025

Read the letters AARP Massachusetts has sent to legislators and see how AARP is advocating for Bay State Residents 50-plus in the 2026 Fiscal Year budget.

Countdown to 90 Years: Social Security’s Legacy—and Its Future

By Ted Carey, MAY 14, 2025

August marks 90 years of Social Security. It has been there for multiple generations — and AARP fights every day so that it stays strong for you and generations to come.