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AARP New Jersey educates and advocates on behalf of those 50+ on issues that are important to them, their families, and to all Garden State residents.
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.
As the cost of living increases, older New Jerseyans demand full funding for Stay NJ and action on utility transparency and affordability
Findings Show Nearly $2 Billion in Payments to Nursing Home Owners’ Private Companies from 2021–2023, Including $285 Million in Overpayments
Report Raises Concerns About Public Dollars Being Diverted for Private Profit
New AARP New Jersey Report Finds Voters Over 50 Decide State and Local Elections by Wide Margins in Off-Year Elections
Find free online and in-person local events designed with you in mind. Discover fun exercise classes, healthy cooking demos, helpful workshops, and more.
Find upcoming election dates, registration deadlines and options for voting in New Jersey, such as voting by mail, early voting or voting with a disability.
Technology is evolving fast but that doesn’t mean it’s leaving you behind. In fact, some of the most exciting innovations in artificial intelligence (AI) are designed to support people over 50 in living healthier, more connected, and more independent lives.
AARP is excited to be part of the 2nd Annual Newark Fitness Festival on Saturday, September 20 from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. — a day of fun workouts, wellness activities, and community celebration! Join us onsite to learn how AARP is supporting healthy living in Newark and enter for a chance to win exciting sweepstakes prizes.
The Weequahic Park Music Festival is a one-day community event featuring live performances from local bands and musicians across a variety of genres. It will take place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, beginning at 9:00 AM at the intersection of Elizabeth Avenue and Meeker Avenue in Newark, NJ.
National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 - Oct. 15) is a time to honor the culture and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. Somos, La Fiesta that celebrates! You’ll have the opportunity to get active in the comfort of your home!
Our annual Fraud Summit is back in 2025 and you won't want to miss it!
So, you're taking care of someone you love. Maybe it happened slowly, or maybe it surprised you. Either way, you're not alone. Millions of people are caregivers, and while it's not easy, it can be very rewarding.
FY2026 budget delivers key wins on utility affordability, property tax relief, prescription assistance, and transparency—but includes a troubling setback for nursing home quality
AARP New Jersey’s annual fraud summit is set for Tuesday, Sept. 16, in Edison. The forum will focus on how scammers tap into people's emotions and the use of artificial intelligence technology in fraud, among other topics.
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