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More Than 1 Million Americans Now Enrolled in Auto-IRA Programs

APR 22, 2025

AARP urges North Carolina lawmakers to help more workers save for retirement

10 Prescription Drugs Medicare Will Negotiate First

The names of the first 10 Medicare drugs whose prices the federal government will negotiate directly with manufacturers were released Aug. 29. Popular but pricey blood thinners, diabetes medications, cancer treatments make historic list.

Town of Cary enables more affordable housing

APR 14, 2025

CARY, NC -- North Carolinians are quite familiar with the challenge of finding affordable housing, especially for those looking in the state’s growing urban and coastal communities where a surge in demand, limited housing supply, and in-migration have all contributed to an increase in housing costs.

Foods that are good for your brain

The AARP North Carolina Summer Nutrition & Easy Cooking Series is for everyone who wants to make brain health a priority, learn more about brain-healthy foods that are truly tasty, and to find inspiration for easy cooking on a daily basis.

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You Have a Lot to Offer Potential Employers. Help Them Recognize It.

By Craig Davis, FEB 15, 2019

Learn How to Leverage Your Skills and Experience at AARP’s Free, Two-Part Webinar

Three takeaways from the government shutdown

By Steve Hahn, JAN 30, 2019

This isn’t so much about the Trump-Pelosi political dynamic as it about the lesson that the President just re-taught Americans of all ages. He taught us how important it is to save.

Don’t Be Fooled by the Impostors

By Craig Davis, JAN 25, 2019

Learn How to Avoid Their Scams at AARP’s Free, Two-Part Webinar

Attorney General Josh Stein and Rep. Jason Saine announce legislation to strengthen protections against identity theft

By Steve Hahn, JAN 18, 2019

CHARLOTTE -- AARP joined Attorney General Josh Stein, Rep. Jason Saine and the Mecklenburg County Sherriff's Office to unveil legislation to strengthen North Carolina’s laws to prevent data breaches and to protect affected victims.

AARP Mountain Region Volunteers Bring "Street Tweaks" Initiative to Asheville

By Steve Hahn, JAN 10, 2019

ASHEVILLE, NC -- Part of Asheville’s city center recently received a temporary makeover to show how some simple modifications can make public spaces better for people of all ages.

Good Outcomes with Telehealth

By George Bridges, JAN 1, 2019

By Michelle Crouch

Explore the Possibilities of Part-Time Work

By Craig Davis, DEC 21, 2018

Helping a Loved One Sort Out Their Insurance?

By Craig Davis, DEC 21, 2018

Get Your Questions Answered at AARP’s Free Webinar for Family Caregivers

AARP members and AARP Foundation donate to NC hurricane rebuilding efforts

By Steve Hahn, DEC 13, 2018

RALEIGH - Recognizing the immediate and long-term challenges that those affected by Hurricane Florence still face, particularly vulnerable older adults, AARP members and AARP Foundation are donating $635,000 to various rebuilding as well as legal assistance efforts in North Carolina.