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L.A. Wildfires: How to Get Help and How to Help

Stay informed about the L.A. wildfires with updates, emergency resources, and safety tips.

AARP California Thanks Representative Linda Sánchez for Championing Financial Relief for Family Caregivers in the Form of Reintroduced Legislation -- the Credit for Caring Act

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Incendios en Los Ángeles: Cómo obtener información y recursos

In English | Los incendios forestales de las pasadas semanas Los Ángeles y sus alrededores han arrasado vecindarios y destruido miles de estructuras, obligando a decenas de miles de personas a evacuar sus hogares.

How to Protect Yourself from Common Disaster Scams

Natural disasters can leave communities vulnerable- not just to damage, but also to scams. This guide will walk you through common disaster scams and prevention tips.

In Clear Terms with AARP California™

In Clear Terms with AARP California™ is a free podcast that focuses on issues impacting Californians of all ages.

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Bank Impersonation Scams Skyrocket

There's been a twenty-fold increase in bank impersonation scams since 2019.

AARP Statement Requesting Assurances from the Social Security Administration

Read the 2/28/25 Statement from AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond

AARP Calls on SSA to Reverse In-Person Service Requirement

By Laura McDonough, MAR 20, 2025

AARP opposes move that will require online or in-person ID proof to process claims, saying it will harm older Americans

State Director Statement on Social Security Decision

By Erin Neff, MAR 19, 2025

Maria Moore comments on Social Security Decision

That’s Not the Social Security Administration Calling

One of the most popular ways for criminals to steal money and sensitive information is by impersonating a trusted source—often a government agency.

Care Partner Training: Preventing Neurogenerative Decline

By Linda Lindberg, MAR 19, 2025

“Multi-domain brain training,” said Dr. Ellen Clarke, “can provide hope,” not just for dementia patients but for all aging adults.

AARP Fraud Watch Network: Tips to Avoiding Gold Bar Fraud & Cruises to Nowhere Scams, a Live Fraud Victim Spotlight Webinar, and Helping Repeat Fraud Victims

Scams take many forms so being aware and understanding the variety of ways criminals use to steal money can help you stay a step ahead of scams. Scammers may seek payment through hard-to-trace methods with few or no protections including gift cards, cryptocurrency, wire transfers, peer-to-peer apps and, more recently, gold bars.

AARP Montana Property Tax Relief Resource Page: Find Property Tax Help in Montana

.With skyrocketing property values in Montana, comes skyrocketing property tax bills. AARP Montana wants to remind Montanans about several tax relief programs.

Join AARP Oklahoma for an Interactive Town Hall focused on Fraud Prevention: April 16

AARP Oklahoma is hosting an interactive telephone town hall on April 16 at 10 a.m. CST. The town hall will discuss the latest frauds and scams and share free resources from the AARP Fraud Watch Network.