AARP Virginia

With more than 80 years of service, the Social Security Administration has helped secure today and tomorrow with financial benefits, information, and tools that support you throughout life’s journey. In May, we recognize Older Americans month and we encourage you to participate by learning about available Social Security benefits. Did you know that you may be able to receive benefits on your spouse’s record if you have not worked or do not have enough Social Security credits to qualify for your own Social Security benefits? To qualify for spouse’s benefits, you must be:

Mr. Easley Smith was born on a farm in 1924 near Crewe, Virginia. In 1942 when he was a cadet at VPI, he enlisted in the Army Air Corps. During the war, and at the age of 20 years, he flew his B-24 bomber named "Rocky" along with his crew of 9 airmen, on 25 bombing missions against the Germans. He went on to have a long career as a faculty member in the Agricultural Engineering Department at Virginia Tech. AARP Virginia would like to wish Mr. Easley Smith continued blessings as he celebrates his 96th Birthday on May 16th!

On April 30th, the Resources for Integrated Care hosted a webinar titled Supporting Family Caregivers of Older Adults Through Times of Stress and Isolation. Recordings, slides, and other information from the event can be found here. The webinar offers strategies for supporting caregivers and their loved ones, up-to-date information on facilitating access to health and social supports from which caregivers might benefit, and practical tips for addressing the specific needs of caregivers experiencing social isolation and stress-related conditions. Speakers also share strategies that are relevant in virtual settings.

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Scammers are on the prowl with Americans’ increased anxiety over the coronavirus pandemic. This is of particular concern as we commemorate May’s Military Appreciation Month given veterans and military families are twice as likely as civilians to be targeted by con artists.

RICHMOND—AARP Virginia is meeting virtually with federal lawmakers to urge more help for older Americans and their families as they face growing health and economic challenges due to the coronavirus crisis. Residents in nursing homes, those who are food-insecure, and people who have lost their jobs are particularly in need.

On Memorial Day, our nation honors military service members who have given their lives for our country. Families, friends, and communities pause to remember the many great sacrifices of our military and ensure their legacy lives on in the freedoms we all enjoy. We recognize these heroes who, in President Lincoln’s words, “gave the last full measure of devotion.”

VA, SSI recipients with eligible children need to act by Tuesday, May 5 to quickly add money to their automatic Economic Impact Payment; ‘Plus $500 Push’ continues

Barbara Corcoran explains how an elaborate email scheme almost cost her $400,000

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