Salt Lake City — From the outside, it appears to be an average building. But step inside Switchpoint Fairpark and you’re greeted with a warm welcome and smiles from everyone you meet.
MIDVALE — Throughout the school year, our dedicated AARP Utah volunteers gather each month to pack over 160 bags of food for students at Midvale Elementary.
In 2024, 40 million Americans reported $47 billion stolen through identity fraud and scams according to a new report cosponsored by AARP. It’s a massive and growing problem—but there are things each of us can do to protect against identity fraud even if our data has been exposed.
Getting older can negatively affect the brain and how it functions. However, there is considerable research to show that you can make changes in your daily life to offset some of these negative effects.
One of the most popular ways for criminals to steal money and sensitive information is by impersonating a trusted source—often a government agency. According to the Federal Trade Commission, victims of government impostor scams reported over $577 million stolen from them in 2024 – and due to underreporting, that’s likely a vast undercount.
AARP Fraud Watch NetworkTM is a free resource for all. With AARP as your partner, you’ll learn how to proactively spot scams, get guidance from our fraud specialists if you’ve been targeted, and feel more secure knowing that we advocate at the federal, state, and local levels to protect consumers and enforce the law.