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Social Security Must Be Protected and Kept Strong: More than 258,613 Montanans receive Social Security contributing $5.1 billion to the state's economy annually

MAR 31, 2025

AARP is fighting to keep Social Security strong for you, your family and future generations.

A Housing Crisis is Brewing for Older Montanans Across the State: Accessory Dwelling Units May Be the Answer

MAR 26, 2025

Flexible, mobility friendly and energy efficient, ADUs offer more options for older Montanans to remain in their homes and communities as they age.

Celebrating 90 Years of Social Security: A Sacred Promise

MAR 25, 2025

As we mark the 90th anniversary of Social Security this year, it’s a good time to reflect on its profound impact on American society since its creation in 1935. Signed into law during the Great Depression, Social Security emerged as a foundation of hope and stability for millions of Americans facing economic uncertainty. Today, over 65 million Americans receive the money they've earned over a lifetime of hard work —253,000 Montanans receive Social Security.

AARP Montana Property Tax Relief Resource Page: Find Property Tax Help in Montana

MAR 19, 2025

.With skyrocketing property values in Montana, comes skyrocketing property tax bills. AARP Montana wants to remind Montanans about several tax relief programs.

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AARP Montana Awards Grants to Ten Montana Organizations as Part of its Nationwide Program to Make Great Communities Even Better

AARP Montana announced ten organizations throughout the state will receive 2023 Community Challenge grants – part of the largest group of grantees to date with $3.6 million awarded among 310 organizations nationwide. Grantees will implement quick-action projects that help communities become even more livable in the long-term by improving public places; transportation; housing; diversity, equity and inclusion; digital access; and civic engagement, with an emphasis on the needs of adults age 50 and over.

AARP Montana Celebrates Legislative Gains for Older Montanans

AARP e-activists were key throughout the session, sending thousands of messages to lawmakers asking for their support on measures important to Montanans age 50 and over.

AARP Report: Americans Agree that Fraud is at a Crisis Level

Report details how gift cards, cryptocurrency and peer-to-peer apps are used by criminals to steal billions every year

New Resources Available for Caregivers as Demands Increase

By AARP Bulletin, JUN 1, 2023

As demands on unpaid family caregivers increase, AARP Montana is offering a free webinar to give those helping loved ones new tools.

New AARP Poll: Majority of Voters Want More Support for Family Caregivers

68% say it is important for Congress to take action to help seniors live independently in their own homes

Plan Ahead: Understanding Estate Planning

By AARP Bulletin, MAY 1, 2023

Ensuring that your wishes are carried out after death is an important, but often confusing, process. AARP Montana and Montana State University Extension are offering a pair of free online workshops in May and June to help demystify the estate-planning process and simplify questions of personal legacy and distribution of property.

From Fraud to Finances: How to Find an AARP Speaker

By AARP Bulletin, APR 1, 2023

Need a speaker? AARP Montana offers free presentations via Zoom on a range of topics, such as caregiving, brain health, fraud prevention, Medicare, Social Security and personal finance.

AARP Montana offers free "Prepare to Care" workshop for caregivers

If you’re caring for a loved one, or expect to soon, learn about resources, tips and smart strategies to guide your caregiving journey with a free Prepare to Care workshop presented by AARP Montana caregiving expert, LaDawn Whiteside.