“I’m not going to let them win,” Joyce, from Utah, said through tears as she shared what happened to her last year. She never imagined she would fall victim to a scam, but in just a few months, she lost her entire savings of over $1 million to criminals who knew exactly how to exploit her trust and vulnerability.
This year marks a powerful milestone: 90 years of Social Security. Since President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed it into law on August 14, 1935, Social Security has been a cornerstone of economic security - ensuring Washingtonians can retire with dignity, supporting people with disabilities, and providing vital income after the loss of a loved one.
Fraud and scams are everywhere. AARP is here to assist you We know if you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam. Open this page for a list of Fraud Prevention related events and resources.
Public Night Hearings give people an opportunity to share their views directly with the Public Service Commission of South Carolina. Below is everything you need to know if you plan to testify.
Rodriguez assumes leadership of AARP Texas on Sept. 15 to work on behalf of AARP's 2.5 million Texas members. She will lead staff in Austin, Dallas, El Paso, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio and more than 400 volunteers statewide.
AARP California Tea & Coffee Tuesdays is a monthly, virtual series connecting you to experts on health, wealth, self and other issues that matter to older adults and their families.
Fraud and scams continue to plague Americans of all ages, and older adults are especially vulnerable. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) found that Americans lost $12.5 billion to fraud in 2024, which represents a 25% increase over the prior year.