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).
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.
Research shows that people who are familiar with how a scam works are 80% less likely to engage in it, but how can you stay up to speed when criminals are constantly changing their tactics?
On Sunday, September 15th, AARP Pima County volunteers participated in the annual Sunnyside School District Foundation Burrito Run at Mission Manor Park. With the 2024 presidential election approaching, volunteers engaged with over 300 community members, highlighting the importance of paying attention to candidates who prioritize Social Security and caregiving in their campaigns. Community members, particularly in South Tucson's predominantly Hispanic/Latino community, expressed their support and appreciation for AARP Arizona's advocacy on these critical issues.
Dementia is not only a disease that affects older people. Patients as young as 15 have been diagnosed with Frontal Temporal Degeneration (FTD), although it more typically affects people in their late 40s, 50s and 60s.