A new AARP survey, released in conjunction with Social Security’s 90th anniversary, confirms that Americans highly value Social Security, and even more so than five years ago. The vast majority of Americans – 95% of Republicans, 98% of Democrats, and 93% of Independents – consider Social Security vital to the financial security of all Americans, and 67% believe it is even more important for retirees than it was five years ago.
AARP New Jersey is teaming up with Rutgers University during the 2025 football season to help tackle when, where and how to vote in the 2025 NJ elections so New Jerseyans can make their voices heard.
Find free online and in-person local events designed with you in mind. Discover fun exercise classes, healthy cooking demos, helpful workshops, and more.
Harlem Nights: Sugar Hill to Sugar Hill is a curated, immersive art-and-costume gala celebrating the glamour, brilliance, and joy of the Harlem Renaissance—connecting Harlem’s iconic Sugar Hill with Newark’s vibrant Black arts movement. Guests will experience an unforgettable night of visual art, fashion moments, live jazz, spoken word, and a lively dance floor.
We co-host events around the state on topics ranging from fraud prevention, to healthy living, technology trainings, and more! No registration required. Take a look at the list below for events near you. If you have any questions, please contact Fabiana at flopiccolostewart@aarp.org.
Let’s face it, New Jersey weather doesn’t mess around. One minute it’s sunny and calm, the next minute we’re watching the radar like it’s a thriller movie. Hurricanes, floods, nor’easters… we’ve seen it all. And while we can’t control Mother Nature, we can control how ready we are when she decides to stir things up.
Join AARP for a virtual post-screening conversation following the national premiere of Caregiving, a PBS documentary executive produced by Bradley Cooper on Friday, November 7, 2025 from 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm