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Pam Ford, a retired accountant from a local newspaper, has been an AARP member since 2009 and began volunteering in 2016. After attending several free AARP movie screenings, she felt inspired to give back and soon found herself deeply engaged in the organization’s work.

New AARP Report Finds Nearly Nine in Ten U.S. Adults Have Experienced Fraud

The holiday season usually means fun with friends and family, goodwill and giving. Unfortunately, it's also a prime time for cybercriminals to perpetrate fraud. Here are some common holiday scams to look out for this holiday season:

As part of Family Caregivers Month, AARP New York reached out to legislators so they could share their caregiving stories and why they believe it’s important to highlight services for caregivers. New York State’s 4  million  family caregivers provide an estimated  2.1 billion hours  of care for older parents, spouses, and other loved ones each year.

December 2025

On November 25, 2025, Acting Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq., signed the unanimously approved Caregiver Leave Act (Bill 36-0086) into law. This legislation represents a significant advancement, ensuring that all full-time employees of the Government of the Virgin Islands, including those working with independent boards, commissions, and agencies, receive four hours of administrative leave each month. This leave is intended to help them manage essential caregiving responsibilities for a seriously ill spouse, child, parent, or any legal dependent.

Are you a caregiver who could use a little “me time”? Whether you're supporting a parent, spouse, or another loved one, you deserve a break—and a chance to let your creativity shine!

Are you a caregiver who could use a little “me time”? Whether you're supporting a parent, spouse, or another loved one, you deserve a break—and a chance to let your creativity shine!

This November, Governor Evers has officially proclaimed it National Family Caregivers Month in Wisconsin to recognize the contributions, commitment, and sacrifices made by America’s 63 million family caregivers every single day.

Timely advice from AARP-RI Fraud Volunteer