VATICAN CITY — The Holy See will convene world leaders for a groundbreaking symposium titled "The Memory: A Symposium Addressing the Opportunities and Challenges of an Aging Global Population"...

Announced today, the AARP Bulletin May/June issue features a special cover story report about the 90th anniversary of Social Security and the 60th anniversary of Medicare.

A new report from the AARP Fraud Watch Network underscores the growing concern of fraud among American consumers, as criminals continue to take advantage of widespread security vulnerabilities.

WASHINGTON—More than one million private sector workers nationwide have enrolled in state retirement savings programs, a major milestone in the effort to address the nation’s retirement...

First-Ever National Elder Fraud Coordination Center Brings Together Private and Public Sectors to Seek Justice for Victims WASHINGTON, April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, AARP, Amazon, Google,...

WASHINGTON - Beginning on April 14, the Social Security Administration assured AARP that they will allow all claim types to be completed over the telephone. This includes Retirement, Survivors,...

WASHINGTON — Today, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement related to restructure plans announced by the U.S....

Today, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement on the implementation of customer service changes announced by the Social Security Administration.

The April/May 2025 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM) gives readers a closer look into the lives of their favorite celebrities and reveals some of the biggest trends of 2025.

Rob Lowe, who has spent more than four decades in the spotlight, is embracing the joy of life as he continues to evolve in his career and personal life. In the April/May 2025 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM), the actor, now also taking on roles as a podcast and game show host, discusses his journey from 1980s teen heartthrob to sought-after TV personality, while finding contentment in his 60s.

Today, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement related to customer service changes announced by the Social Security Administration (SSA):

WASHINGTON ─ According to a recent AARP survey, 61% of older adults are worried they will not have enough money to support themselves in retirement, and 20% of older adults have no retirement...

WASHINGTON — AARP commends the reintroduction of the Credit for Caring Act, legislation that would provide financial relief to eligible working family caregivers. The bill, introduced in the Senate by Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and Michael Bennet (D-CO) and the House by Representatives Mike Carey (R-OH) and Linda Sánchez (D-CA), offers up to a $5,000 nonrefundable federal tax credit to help offset caregiving expenses, addressing the significant personal and financial sacrifices caregivers make to support their loved ones. On average, family caregivers spend over $7,200 annually—26% of their income—on out-of-pocket expenses.

AARP Bulletin today announced its annual Fraud Prevention Guide, a comprehensive resource aimed at helping readers stay vigilant against the latest scams, leading the March/April issue. As artificial intelligence becomes more sophisticated, scams are becoming more difficult to spot. AARP Fraud Watch Network pros detail the ways criminals are constantly innovating, how they can more easily manipulate the emotions of potential victims, and what can be done about it.

WASHINGTON — A new AARP survey released today reveals nearly half (47%) of adults age 50 and older who carry credit card debt use credit cards to pay for basic living expenses that they do not...

Today, AARP released 2025 Travel Trends research revealing a significant rise in the percentage of adults age 50 and older who plan to travel—surpassing pre-pandemic levels. The study also highlights a growing preference for domestic air travel, suggesting easing inflationary pressures.

WASHINGTON—Today, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement related to comments about changes at the Social Security Administration (SSA):

WASHINGTON—Today, AARP announced that 193 banks, credit unions and financial advisory firms nationwide have earned the 2025 BankSafe Trained Seal in recognition of the steps they’ve taken to...

WASHINGTON—Today, AARP is releasing a new poll, revealing overwhelming voter support for Congress and the Administration to act now on a caregiver tax credit. The poll underscores the urgent need for congressional support, with 84% of voters backing a federal tax credit to help cover the costs of caring for an aging loved one. Among various tax proposals currently being debated—including eliminating income taxes on Social Security, tips, and overtime pay—voters ranked passing a caregiver tax credit as their top priority. During his campaign, President Trump called for a national tax credit for caregivers.

AARP The Magazine today recognized the winners of the annual Movies for Grownups® Awards, celebrating 2024’s standout films and TV shows that speak directly to a powerful 50-plus audience. Honorees from The Brutalist, Emilia Pérez, Wicked, The Substance, Shōgun, Sing Sing, True Detective: Night Country, and more were in attendance, with A Complete Unknown awarded Best Picture/Best Movie for Grownups.

Three-quarters (73%) of adults age 50 and older are more likely to support movies or TV that include characters similar to them in age and life experiences, according to new research from AARP. The survey, “Breaking Stereotypes: The Push for Real Representation of Older Adults in Movies and Television,” was released ahead of AARP’s Movies for Grownups® Awards, which takes place on Saturday, February 8, 2025, in Beverly Hills, California.

WASHINGTON—AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is providing free preparation now through April 15. Started in 1968, Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest free, volunteer-based tax assistance and preparation program and has served over 80 million people. For the 2024 tax season, nearly 28,000 volunteers helped almost 1.7 million taxpayers, 965,000 of whom were adults over 50 with low income. Tax-Aide is offered in conjunction with the IRS, and AARP membership is not required.

WASHINGTON—The February/March 2025 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM) gives readers a closer look into the lives of their favorite celebrities and reveals some of the biggest trends of 2025. The...

AARP today announced that the new date for the annual Movies for Grownups® Awards is confirmed for Saturday, February 8, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California. The event had been originally scheduled on January 11, 2025, but was postponed due to the devastating wildfires impacting Los Angeles. AARP also announced that AARP Foundation, a charitable affiliate of AARP, will donate proceeds raised from the Movies for Grownups® Awards to local organizations to aid with Los Angeles’ wildfire recovery efforts for affected families and communities.

After decades of being in the spotlight, Drew Barrymore couldn’t be happier about where her long-lasting career has taken her in life. In the February/March 2025 issue of AARP The Magazine (ATM), the actor-turned-talk show host discusses growing up in front of the cameras, staying positive, and celebrating her 50th birthday.