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AARP New Jersey ‘Got the Scoop Out’ on Social Security’s 90th with Free Ice Cream Celebrations Statewide

Two-Day Ice Cream Tour Brought Communities and Congressional Leaders Together to Share Stories and Rally Support for Protecting Social Security

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

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.

Join AARP New Jersey at Rutgers Football Games to Learn How, When, and Where to Vote!

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.

Happy 90th Birthday, Social Security!

Let’s take a moment to celebrate one of the most enduring and impactful programs in American history: Social Security! That’s right, August 14th marks 90 years since Social Security was signed into law in 1935. And like any good nonagenarian, it’s got stories to tell, wisdom to share, a whole lot of people who are grateful for its existence and it needs our care.

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Virtual Chair Yoga and Decluttering Presentation this April!

Spring is here, which means it's time for Spring cleaning!

New Report Shows NJ Family Caregivers Have Earned a Tax Credit by Providing More Than $17 Billion in Unpaid Care to Loved Ones

New research attaches $17 billion value to the estimated hours of unpaid care that family caregivers provide in N.J., showing a significant increase since last report

Protect Yourself From Fraud and Scams

AARP Fraud Watch Network

AARP New Jersey Grants Fund Mural and Community Garden Improvements

By Cristina Rouvalis, MAR 1, 2023

The grants will upgrade a much-loved public garden and fund a street mural, designed to protect pedestrians.

Honoring Women of AARP for Women's History Month

Women's History Month is underway, and we're excited to celebrate the ground-breaking contributions of amazing women to communities nationwide. Originating as Women's History Week in 1981, March was officially dedicated to honoring women's achievements in 1987. And AARP joins in the nation in celebrating women for their leadership, mentoring, and dedication to their communities in ways that have changed the course of history.

AARP New Jersey Statement on Governor Murphy's FY 2024 State Budget Address

AARP NJ applauds Governor Murphy's FY 2024 State Budget proposal that expands supports for older adults. More work needs to be done to deliver financial relief to family caregivers.

Join us for Free, Healthy Living Virtual Cooking Classes!

AARP New Jersey’s series of virtual classes on healthy living will continue in 2023! This month, we are offering FREE, virtual cooking classes that walk through easy and nutritious recipes.