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For Marlene Batterberry of West Fargo, her monthly Social Security check is an important piece of her retirement income. Batterberry, an 86-year-old retired nurse, considers herself fortunate to also have a pension from her working years and her late husband’s retirement benefits to count on.

As fraud and identity theft continues to ensnare older Oregonians, local, state and federal law enforcement officials — as well as nonprofit organizations such as AARP — are engaged in a wide-ranging effort to prevent it. AARP’s efforts will include two free events to highlight the latest fraud battles.

Social Security's trust fund reserves are continuing to shrink. That’s why shoring up the program's finances is an advocacy priority for AARP Indiana as voters gear up for the November election.

AARP Texas has collaborated with Texas Appleseed, a nonprofit advocacy organization, to produce a tool kit for financial caregivers who manage money or property for loved ones unable to do so themselves. “Managing Someone Else’s Money in Texas” includes six guides tailored to people serving in specific roles, such as agents under a power of attorney and court-appointed guardians. The kit also includes a fraud-fighting guide to help prevent elder financial abuse.

Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area to explore Social Security eligibility requirements, how age, employment and marital status factor in, and helpful tools like the AARP Social Security Resource Center.

The history of Social Security is a testament to the promise between the government and its citizens.

The AARP-backed measure allows more Coloradans to fully deduct their Social Security benefits from their state taxable income, starting with the 2025 tax year.

In the fabric of society, few programs have woven themselves as deeply into the American culture as Social Security. The economic devastation of the Great Depression further exposed society's vulnerabilities, with millions of older Americans in poverty and many more at risk of financial ruin. In response, the Social Security Act was signed into law to better ensure a measure of income security for older Americans in retirement.

AARP North Dakota offering caregiving and homefit sessions at the AARP North Dakota office in August.

As temperatures rise and Texans rely heavily on air conditioning in their homes, AARP Texas seeks to educate consumers, including older Texans, on how to protect themselves against the rising costs of electricity and other utility expenses.