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 Massachusetts urges lawmakers to implement the Secure Choice Plan, a no-cost retirement savings program for workers without employer-sponsored plans. Despite legislative approval, Governor Healey has sent the program for further study. AARP urges legislators to override the governor's veto.
Help drive AARP's mission forward as a LEAD Volunteer. They get to do things like: help lobby elected officials on policy initiatives, host educational workshops, or engage in voter education efforts (and so much more). LEAD Volunteers are invested in the work of AARP, enjoy working with people, and are interested in creating a sense of community with purpose!
AARP Massachusetts has issued a call to action to state legislators, urging them to address significant funding shortfalls in the Fiscal Year 2025 budget that threaten vital home care services for older adults.
Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area to explore Social Security eligibility requirements, how age, employment and marital status factor in, and helpful tools like the AARP Social Security Resource Center.
Across the Northeast, AARP state offices are currently recruiting new volunteers to serve in a variety of roles. And those who volunteer now say their work—on everything from fraud prevention to legislative advocacy—is highly rewarding.