AARP New Jersey

The Weequahic Park Music Festival is a one-day community event featuring live performances from local bands and musicians across a variety of genres, such as Chantay Savage-American R&B and dance singer-songwriter, Jellybean Benitez (DJ), Curtis McClain-American singer-songwriter and vocalist, Steve "Silk" Hurley-A Grammy-nominated DJ, and Lenny Fontana-New York-based DJ and producer.. 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.

Fraud Is Evolving—Are You Ready? Join AARP NJ’s Free Fraud Summit!

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.

Is your stuff starting to take over your space? Whether you’re planning a move or just tired of the clutter, this practical session will help you let go of what you don’t need and make space for what truly matters.

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month—a time to recognize the millions affected by cognitive decline and to spotlight the innovators working to change the future of brain health. The AgeTech Collaborative™ from AARP is doing just that by highlighting six pioneering startups that are reshaping how we detect, manage, and improve cognitive well-being.

Loneliness and social isolation are not just emotional challenges; they are public health crises that significantly impact the well-being of older adults. Recognizing the gravity of this issue, AARP is backing the Improving Measurements for Loneliness and Isolation Act. This federal bill aims to develop standardized definitions and measurements for loneliness and isolation, paving the way for effective solutions.

AARP NJ is partnering up with the Lincoln Park Music Festival to teach you about Fraud.

The AARP Smart Driver Course is a driving refresher course that features research-based curriculum. The course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.