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Volunteers needed for AARP's booth at The Original Sacramento Home and Garden Show, where thousands of consumers will enjoy getting answers and building their dreams.

By Phil Zarlengo, AARP Volunteer Transitions alumni coordinator and former AARP Board chair*

The AARP Fraud Watch Network has geared up to raise awareness about what we can do to protect our digital identities from theft in the face of commonplace data breaches and our online activities that put us at risk. Check out this Digital Identity Theft Presentation, which is also on posted on the Volunteer Portal for your use! (Search "digital identity theft" in the Portal Libraries tab.) For more information on how we can all stay safe from identity theft, visit AARP's Scams & Fraud page.

Veterans, military, and their families (VMF) are a vital part of our country’s identity and deserve our gratitude. AARP is honored to serve our approximately 4 million (nearly 10%) of AARP members overall who have served in America’s military. It is a priority to identify AARP volunteers who have served in our Armed Forces as well.

Do you know someone who needs a second chance? Second chance job fairs give employment opportunities to people who have had previous convictions and those who are under community supervision. Goodwill Job Connection is hosting four Second Chance Job Fairs on September 26 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. All job seekers are welcome.

Letter to the Editor, by Don Corrigan, AARP Iowa Executive Council Member

On an almost daily basis, there is a headline in the news about yet another data breach. While these events have become almost routine, it is still important to be sure to protect your identity from scammers. You can ensure your information stays safe by following these three steps that can make all the difference when a data breach happens.

Are you ready for the November midterm elections? Click here to learn the 10 things you need to know before heading to the polls.

Color ado becomes just the third state to be designated as a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities.

By Sandi Coyne, Program Director, Master of Science in Organizational Leadership