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AARP Virginia

Making a difference for all Virginians 50+ and their families
We're fighting every day to make aging easier. Your voice matters, and we help make sure that our elected officials in the Commonwealth hear it.
Find upcoming election dates, registration deadlines and voting options in Virginia, such as absentee voting, early voting or voting with a disability.
Find free online and local events including exercise classes, cooking demos, helpful workshops and more.
AARP speakers are available on a wide range of topics including Social Security, fraud prevention and more.
JAN 19, 2026
As temperatures drop in many states, criminals are turning up the heat on their deceptive tactics. While utility scams happen year-round, scammers are especially active when customers rely on these essential services to stay warm and safe.
AARP Virginia has hosted several Scam Jams and Shred Fests in the Northern Virginia area recently. On Oct. 11, the event that shines a light on fraud and scams was held in Woodbridge at the Harbour Grille. Immediately following the half-day event, attendees could shred their documents outside at a shred truck.
If it seems too good to be true, trust your instincts…it’s too good to be true! That’s the overall message from the recent AARP Virginia-hosted Scam Jam at the VCU Health Hub in Church Hill.
Author Scott Rose shared his book, “We Danced: Our Story of Love and Dementia,” about his wife’s terminal battle with Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD).
When we think about cybersecurity we may think about computers and smart phones. But the reality is everything from our TVs to thermostats to appliances are potentially vulnerable to hackers. In this new normal, online safety is a must so remember - smart devices need smart security.
New chapter opens in Haymarket
It’s open enrollment season, which also means it’s Medicare fraud season. Eligible beneficiaries have until December 7th to shop for the best deal for their health care dollar. Unfortunately, some of the deals offered won’t be deals at all.
It’s a dark, cold stormy night and the lights just went out. Suddenly there is a thump in the hallway…did you hear that? Thus begins the telling of the ghost stories 230 years in the making at Gadby’s Tavern Museum in Alexandria, Va.
Woodbridge Scam Jam 2023 Presentation
Though the number of people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s continues to rise dramatically, the training for those who care for them has not kept pace, according to Steve Sabat, PhD, professor emeritus of psychology at Georgetown University.
AARP Virginia Recognizes Bobby Horne for his Dedication and Commitment to Community Service with its Most Prestigious Volunteer Award
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