The acting head of the Social Security Administration (SSA) on Feb. 19 sought to reassure older Americans that payments will continue as usual and that Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staff have limited access to its systems, amid growing concerns over service disruptions and the privacy of beneficiaries’ personal data.
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.
One week results in serious changes in the tax relief arena. Let’s break down what is happening now and what to expect in the final 10 or so days of the 2025 Session.
When it comes to her volunteer contributions, Jackie Storrs does not walk: she has been running at full speed for 10 years, and she says her volunteer experiences keep her physically, mentally and socially active — and provide many rewards in return.
AARP Utah has 237,000 members, with volunteer leaders in ten different regions encompassing the entire state. We have one "brick and mortar" office in the state but are ready to serve you wherever you live in Utah.
AARP Wyoming has rented 10 lanes for the first 50 people who register that incorporate bowling with prizes, and information on ways to stay safe from scams and fraud. The bowling is free and with every spare, strike, or mark you make gets you free tickets for our drawings. The more you bowl, the more chances you have to win awesome prizes.
The AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide program is offering free tax preparation services across Oklahoma until April 15, focusing on adults with low to moderate income.
AARP is giving Congress 100+ reasons to prioritize a tax credit for family caregivers in the first 100 days of the new presidency. Add your reason to the list. We’ll share your reasons with Congress so that they understand what family caregivers experience day-in and day-out as they care for their loved ones.
“On behalf of our 1.8 million members across the Commonwealth, I thank Governor Shapiro for prioritizing older Pennsylvanians in his budget proposal, which recognizes the urgent need for stable fiscal support of the services and programs that help them remain living in their homes and communities as they age. From ensuring safe and affordable housing to investing in our healthcare workforce, from accessing reliable transportation to paying for rising energy prices and prescription drug costs, today’s spending plan proposal is a solid starting point and good news for older Pennsylvanians and their caregivers..."
If we really want to keep ourselves - and our money - safe from fraud, we must all come to terms with one thing: our personal information is likely already out there.