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A new survey from AARP Pennsylvania reveals that Pittsburgh voters 50+ will be the deciding factor in determining the city’s next leader.
Pittsburgh voters aged 50 and older constitute a significant voting bloc that candidates cannot afford to ignore. In the 2021 mayoral primary, voters over 50 made up 57 percent of all voters, and 60 percent of all in the general election.
AARP Pennsylvania commends the reintroduction of the Credit for Caring Act, legislation that would provide financial relief to eligible working family caregivers. The bill, co-sponsored by U.S. Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) and Mike Kelly (PA-16), offers up to a $5,000 nonrefundable federal tax credit to help offset caregiving expenses, addressing the significant personal and financial sacrifices caregivers make to support their loved ones.
AARP Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation hosted an in-person screening of Chinatown Stories: Philadelphia’s YeShi Night Market, the first documentary episode of AARP’s series on the resilience of Chinatowns across the United States.
Screened at the Crane Center in Philadelphia’s Chinatown, the event was attended by more than 200 residents, including elected officials and influencers throughout the region.
Through their participation in the 12th year of Cupid Crew, volunteers prepared roses, paired with personal cards featuring messages of care and kindnes
On Monday, April 7, 2025, AARP New Jersey hosted a pivotal event aimed at combating fraud: "Fraud 360 – Awareness, Prevention & Recovery." This summit, held in partnership with the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), brought together leading experts in cybersecurity and fraud investigation to shed light on the deceptive tactics used by scammers and provide attendees with essential strategies to protect themselves.
The AARP Smart Driver Course is a driving refresher course that features research-based curriculum. The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.
AARP fought plan that would have forced many to go to SSA office in person to apply
We have training sessions coming up in May- virtual and in-person. If you like public speaking, this could be a great way to give back, make friends and have fun. If you're a more 'behind-the-scenes" person, you can still help make a difference as well
You have dedicated time and resources to create vibrant plant areas around your home. Many of us focus our gardening efforts to attract pollinators, birds and other wildlife into these healthy ecosystems.
Turning 65 brings important decisions about Medicare, including understanding your options, costs, and how it compares to your current coverage. Join AARP's free webinar on May 20 to get guidance from SHIP and AARP Medicare specialists.
Contact our office to get yours today!
SB 76 passes Senate Judiciary
The Social Security Administration confirmed to AARP that beginning April 14, they will allow all claim types to be completed over the telephone as they previously had been. This includes Retirement, Survivors, and Auxiliary (Spouse or Child) benefits that SSA previously announced would require in-person identity proofing, in addition to Social Security Disability Insurance, Medicare, and SSI.
Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed to AARP that beginning April 14, they will allow all claim types to be completed over the telephone as they previously had been.
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