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Do you know that AARP offers workshops in the Charlotte region? Whether you’re an AARP member or not, over 50 or not, all of our programs are free of charge, free of any sales pitches, and all geared towards helping you achieve real possibilities.
Come and take advantage of one or all of AARP Charlotte Fall programs led by our dedicated facilitators!
Life Reimagined
The life you’ve dreamed of having is actually very possible. To make it real doesn’t require major tasks or grand gestures. It’s about making small and simple steps to help you figure out what you really want, and then starting to make that happen. Join us for a Life Reimagined Check Up and discover the real possibilities within yourself.
Upcoming Sessions:
Mountain Island Library, 4420 Hoyt Galvin Way
October 7, 11am-1pm Info and RSVP
South County Library, 5801 Rea Road
October 14, 10:30am-12pm Info and RSVP
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Finances 50+ Developed by AARP Foundation and the Charles Schwab Foundation, this three-part course helps participants map out an action plan for finding financial freedom. Free of charge and completely non-commercial, Finances 50+ focuses on budgeting, managing credit and debt, and building and protecting your assets. Appropriate for all ages.
Upcoming Sessions:
Sugar Creek Library, 4045 N Tryon St Suite A
October 7, 14 & 21, 2pm-3:30pm Info and RSVP
Living Longer, Living Smarter
Planning for your future, and preparing your family for the challenges that come with it, is a smart thing to do and is a gift to your loved ones.
This two-hour provides you with tools, resources, and information to help you make choices around the lifestyle you want now and as you age. Issues concerning your home and community, your health, and how to pay for long term care are covered. A significant part of the program is spent discussing the legal documents and instructions you can prepare should you need others to make decisions for you.
Upcoming Sessions:
Independence Library, 6000 Conference Dr.
October 3, 10am-12pm Info and RSVP
The Road to Medicare 
Choosing a Medicare plan is an important, but often overwhelming, decision. This event gives a basic overview of Medicare and is particularly helpful for those who will soon be eligible for Medicare.
The presenter is a trained volunteer counselor of the Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program. SHIIP is a division of the NC Department of Insurance that provides free, unbiased Medicare counseling in all 100 counties of North Carolina.
Upcoming Sessions:
University City Library, 301 E W.T. Harris Blvd
October 13, 10am-12pm Info and RSVP
Davidson Library, 119 S Main Street, Davidson, NC
October 21, 10am-12pm Info and RSVP
AARP offers these programs on demand as well. To schedule one of these workshops (and other topics), please contact Leo Scarpati, AARP NC Associate State Director, at Lscarpati@aarp.org or 704 707 6981.
All of these programs are free and completely non-commercial. For more information on these sessions and AARP’s work in the Charlotte area, contact Leo Scarpati at the email address above.
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