A new AARP survey, released in conjunction with Social Security’s 90th anniversary, confirms that Americans highly value Social Security, and even more so than five years ago. The vast majority of Americans – 95% of Republicans, 98% of Democrats, and 93% of Independents – consider Social Security vital to the financial security of all Americans, and 67% believe it is even more important for retirees than it was five years ago.
Vermont legislators recently passed a bill to extend a moratorium on new cryptocurrency ATMs in the state and require refunds for certain fraud victims who lose money through the machines.
AARP Vermont, together with Local Motion, a nonprofit that supports safe biking and walking, is holding two online winter biking sessions in early 2021 to encourage alternatives to car travel. The sessions will be held on Wednesdays, Jan. 27 and Feb. 10.
AARP Vermont has awarded $10,000 in Community Action grants to seven local organizations for their efforts to improve the livability of their communities for residents of all ages.
AARP has awarded Community Challenge grants totaling nearly $45,000 to five Vermont organizations, as part of a national program to promote livability.
Are you a regular biker, an occasional rider or thinking about breaking out the old two-wheeler? In a recent survey released by AARP, older cyclists reflect on their bicycling preferences and experiences and reveal trends among the 50+ population. Many consider cycling to be a staple of their lives and can't envision ever not being able to ride a bike