AARP charitable affiliate Wish of a Lifetime made a week-long trip happen for Sherry Imamura-Ryan, a Wahiawa resident who was able to visit the Japanese cousins she had grown up with. At 74, she hadn’t visited her homeland of Japan in over six decades.
The overhaul of several public transit stops in Greater St. Louis — partially funded by AARP — has helped leverage millions of additional investment dollars in everything from new and renovated buildings to sidewalks and landscaping.
For the latest on topics from family caregiving to disaster preparedness to fighting fraud, AARP members and others can tune in to Insights by AARP Oregon, a new monthly podcast.
Encouraging people to reach out to neighbors is one way AARP Florida and other organizations are helping the state’s residents be prepared during hurricane season. Underway since June 1, the season lasts until Nov. 30 and follows a busy 2024 storm season.
Many of us have used a peer-to-peer (P2P) payment app to split a bill or send money to a friend, and some people even use them for traditional shopping. However, there are inherent risks that exist on these payment apps that everyone should know about.
Are you or your loved one facing challenges paying for Medicare costs? There’s help for that. You may be eligible for a program that could save you more than $2,100 a year.
AARP Pennsylvania is seeking community volunteers in North and South Philadelphia to join us in making a meaningful impact. Whether your passion lies in community service, advocacy, or event planning, we have opportunities to suit your interests and schedule, with a special focus on initiatives that benefit these vibrant areas of Philadelphia.
For most of us, Social Security is – or will be -- essential for helping to cover daily living expenses and pay bills as we get older. The bottom line is that Social Security is your money, earned through a lifetime of hard work. Yet there are persistent misconceptions about its long-term financial stability and how it works. Here are facts behind five of the most stubborn Social Security myths.
Texas legislators are responding to the call to take swift and decisive action to ensure the health and safety of long-term care facility residents and staff. AARP Texas Director Tina Tran applauded Texas lawmakers for their initial work and urged continued progress toward passing several important bills to protect nursing home residents.
During April and the celebration of Women’s History Month, it’s important to note that at the core of AARP’s foundation is the inspiring story of Ethel Percy Andrus. She was a pioneering woman whose mission to empower older adults and champion their rights created a legacy that extends far beyond her time. Ethel's unwavering passion continues to live on through dedicated women who serve and volunteer at AARP Arizona, spreading warmth, compassion, and hope.