Advocating for what is important to our members and giving you a voice at the state and federal levels is a priority for AARP Minnesota. Your voice matters. We work with local organizations and town and city officials on making our communities more livable and greater places to age with dignity and purpose.
Preventing elder exploitation and fraud is on the AARP Texas legislative agenda as the advocacy team fights for measures in the Texas Legislature to deal with scams tied to cryptocurrency kiosks, residential solar, real estate deeds, gift cards, and more.
A Multi-Sector Plan for Aging (MPA) presents an opportunity to create a long-term vision for aging well in the state, ensuring that all Oregonians have the choice to choose how they live as they age.
March 20, 2025- In response to the Social Security Administration's recent decision to require in-person identity verification, AARP South Carolina State Director Charmaine Fuller Cooper who represents the state’s 640,000 members said:
AARP Virginia State Director Jim Dau issued the following statement related to customer service changes announced by the Social Security Administration (SSA):
Join us online or in person for these important workshops that can help you and your family be prepared for natural disasters, accidents, and emergencies - before they happen. Experts will help guide you with tips, strategies, and hands-on training.
According to an AARP survey, 61% of older adults are worried they will not have enough money to support themselves in retirement, and 20% of older adults have no retirement savings at all.
One of the most popular ways for criminals to steal money and sensitive information is by impersonating a trusted source—often a government agency. According to the Federal Trade Commission, victims of government impostor scams reported over $577 million stolen from them in 2024 – and due to underreporting, that’s likely a vast undercount.