After two years of hard work, the amendments to the Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Prevention Act (Bill 36-0099) passed unanimously today before the 36th Legislature. AARP VI testified in support of the amendments to the territory’s Elder and Dependent Adult Abuse Prevention Act (Bill 36-0099). This Bill was sponsored by Senator-at-Large Angel L. Bolques, Jr.
"Elder abuse is not an abstract problem - it is a harsh reality in our islands. Too often, it is hidden in silence, whether in the form of financial exploitation, physical harm, neglect, or psychological manipulation. Each case represents not just a crime, but a betrayal of trust and a violation of the fundamental right to live with dignity and safety," stated AARP State Director Troy De Chabert-Schuster.
Connect with AARP Long Island this year at the CM Performing Arts Center (CMPAC) and enjoy discounts on select performances of live, in-person theatrical entertainment! Visit the AARP table in the lobby before, during, or after each show to meet AARP volunteers, staff, and fellow members—and learn more about how AARP is making a difference in your community.
Physical fitness isn’t just for the young or athletic. Thanks to trainers like Elizabeth Moakler, physical fitness can foster a sense of community and transcend geographical boundaries.
AARP Pennsylvania is warning consumers about the growing threat of phishing scams—fraudulent attempts to steal personal and financial information through emails, phone calls, text messages, and fake websites. With scammers becoming more sophisticated, staying informed is key to protecting yourself.
During the sultry summer of 1862, President Abraham Lincoln and his family found respite in a cottage in northwest Washington D.C. It was here where Lincoln formulated one of the key documents of his presidency, the Emancipation Proclamation.
Massachusetts Attorney General announced plans to ban junk fees starting in September. AARP backed the AG's move and appeared at news conference with the Attorney General when she made the announcement
WASHINGTON—Today, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement related to comments about changes at the Social Security Administration (SSA):