Scammers steal billions of dollars from unsuspecting consumers every year. The impact on victims and their families can be financially and emotionally devastating, especially for older Americans.
You're Invited!In honor of National Family Caregivers Month, AARP California invites you to our Second Annual Women of Color Conference in San Diego. This gathering explores the realities of aging and end-of-life with honesty and compassion — from building your “Just in Case” binder to navigating caregiving and making choices that reflect your values. Connect with local experts and community members, and leave with tools, resources, and confidence to plan for what matters most. Lunch will be provided.
Gift cards may be a convenient way to celebrate birthdays, holidays or special occasions, but scammers are increasingly using them as a tool to steal money from unsuspecting consumers. AARP Pennsylvania is raising awareness about this fast-growing fraud tactic that cost Americans over $217 million in 2023 alone, according to the Federal Trade Commission.
Kathy Green of AARP Texas joins Texas Housers "A Little Louder" podcast for a chat about how affordable and low-income housing issues are a priority for AARP.
Donna's journey is one of resilience and gratitude. Despite the challenges of battling cancer, she continues to work part-time as a Quality Assurance Analyst. The ability to work remotely has been a blessing, allowing her to manage her health while staying productive. Her company has been incredibly supportive, accommodating her schedule and understanding her need to stay safe due to her immunocompromised state.
Every day, millions of Americans lose their hard-earned money to identity theft and other types of scams. Last year alone, 16.7 million people from communities across the nation lost $17 billion to identity fraud alone. That’s one person victimized every two seconds!