We know how impactful $1,000 can be. This is our way of extending some seed money to get these projects off the ground. Next deadline: September 27, 2025.
AARP wants Wisconsinites to be aware of the possible dangers of using cryptocurrency kiosks that are popping up all over the state, and will host two free Scam Jams in Madison and Green Bay this fall to raise awareness of this and other attempts to scam folks out of their hard-earned cash.
AARP WI is fighting to lower prescription drug costs, support family caregivers, and make it easier for workers to save for retirement. Get involved now!
Recent guidance from Wisconsin's Department of Financial Institutions on the state’s new money transmission law tightens oversight of Bitcoin teller machines, also known as BTMs, cryptocurrency ATMs or virtual currency kiosks. Operators of BTMs must limit transactions to $2,000 per day per user, among other requirements.
AARP Wisconsin is pushing for a special fund to compensate fraud victims when the wrongdoing company can't return the money. It’s one of several measures AARP plans to advocate for in the Legislature in 2023.
Lara Sutherlin with the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, and Consumer Protection (DATCP) joined us to chat about the biggest scams in 2022 and what we need to be on the look out for in the new year.
Postal Inspector Silvia Carrier with the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) joined us to chat about how we can keep our deliveries safe and avoid holiday scams.
We often refer to family caregivers as Wisconsin’s unsung heroes, flying under the radar for little or no money while providing vital care that allows their loved ones to continue living in their homes and communities as long as possible.
AARP Wisconsin is calling on Milwaukee city leaders to make slowing traffic to protect pedestrians and save lives a top priority as the city develops its first Vision Zero Transportation Safety Action Plan.
Tiffany Schultz with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) joined us to chat about how we can shop online safely & protect our information in the virtual world.
With Wisconsin split along partisan lines amid an acrimonious political season, some voters may feel like skipping the upcoming midterm election. But AARP encourages all voters to participate.