On Wednesday, June 25, hundreds of AARP volunteers and staff from all 50 states descended on Capitol Hill with one powerful message for lawmakers: protect what matters most to older Americans.
The age-friendly designation comes after the administration of Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) last year launched the Aging Our Way, PA 10-year plan, which focuses on ways to help older Pennsylvanians age in their own homes and communities.
At 72, Jack Howell of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, calls Voices of Migration the best idea he’s ever had—and he has good reason to. The longtime community advocate and part of the team of the Spanish-American Civic Association never considered himself a volunteer, much less an AARP member, until a conversation about a grant application took an unexpected turn.
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time to remind ourselves of the importance of online safety and the threats that exist in our increasingly digital world. As technology continues to play a significant role in our daily lives, AARP Pennsylvania is dedicated to helping individuals, especially older Pennsylvanians, stay safe online.
Vice President Kamala Harris leads former President Donald Trump by 2 points among voters overall, while Trump leads Harris by 8 points with voters 50 and older. Sen. Casey leads Dave McCormick by 4 points among voters overall but McCormick holds a 5-point lead with older voters.
In a pivotal race that could affect control of the Senate, candidates U.S. Sen. Bob Casey (D) and Republican Dave McCormick discuss issues important to older Pennsylvania residents.
Pennsylvania residents can schedule COVID-19 vaccine appointments at retail pharmacies, doctor’s offices and other locations. Here’s how to find an updated vaccine near you.
With Pennsylvania’s general election just 47 days away, data from AARP shows that voters age 50 plus decide elections, and they want politicians to address the issues that matter most to them and their families.
Fraud and scams continue to be a growing concern for Pennsylvanians, with criminals using increasingly sophisticated tactics to separate individuals from their hard-earned money. To help you stay safe, AARP Pennsylvania recently hosted a Telephone Town Hall featuring expert advice on how to spot and avoid scams.
With the increasing occurrence of natural disasters, AARP Pennsylvania is urging residents to stay vigilant against disaster relief scams. As communities come together to rebuild, fraudsters are exploiting the situation to steal money and personal information.