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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.
Two-Day Ice Cream Tour Brought Communities and Congressional Leaders Together to Share Stories and Rally Support for Protecting Social Security
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.
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.
Find free online and in-person local events designed with you in mind. Discover fun exercise classes, healthy cooking demos, helpful workshops, and more.
You’re sipping your morning coffee when the phone rings. It’s your grandson. He sounds panicked. Says he’s in trouble and needs money to avoid jail. Fast!
The AARP Smart Driver Course is a driving refresher course that features research-based curriculum. The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.
We’re teaming up with the State Theatre New Jersey for select Latino shows this fall! You can use the code, Music2025, for 20% off tickets for the three upcoming shows listed below and must put in the promo code first before selecting your seats in order for the discount to be applied.
Let’s be honest—our brains deserve better than a steady diet of sugar and processed snacks. Especially after 50, what we eat can either help us stay sharp or slow us down. The good news? AARP has the scoop on foods that fuel your brain and protect your health and a few that might be worth ditching.
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, 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.
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!
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