Americans over 50 are a boon to, not a drain on, the economy. And while researchers have long known that maintaining social connections is critical to mental health, it is also linked to a stronger immune system, lower blood pressure and a longer life. These findings and more are featured in The Second Fifty: Answers to the 7 Big Questions of Midlife and Beyond (W. W. Norton & Company), the new book from Debra Whitman, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Public Policy Officer.

HELENA, Mont.—Today, AARP Montana released a 2024 statewide election survey revealing that candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Montanans ages 50...

WASHINGTON—The September issue of AARP Bulletin guides readers through the latest science when it comes to long COVID, the best tips to spot and avoid home energy scams, and a bevy of ways to...

Today, AARP announced the winners of the AARP Purpose Prize award. This annual award recognizes extraordinary nonprofit founders age 50 or older who are using their knowledge and life experience to make a difference. AARP will award each Purpose Prize winner $50,000 for their organization.

WASHINGTON—The African Methodist Episcopal Church (AME) and Plaintiffs, represented by attorneys from AARP Foundation, Milberg, Leiff Cabraser, Kantor & Kantor, LLP, Osborne & Francis, and other firms have reached a contingent settlement agreement in the class action lawsuit concerning the misappropriation of retirement funds. The settlement is subject to Court approval. Litigation continues against the remaining defendants, including Newport Group Inc. and Symetra Life Insurance Co.

WASHINGTON—Today, AARP released a new report detailing the savings from an important new protection for our nation’s 56 million Medicare drug plans enrollees. The savings, thanks to a provision in the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act that AARP championed, will cap out-of-pocket prescription drug costs every year, beginning at $2,000 in January 2025. The report analyzes the number of enrollees that will benefit from the cap by state, age, gender, and race between 2025 and 2029. The findings indicate that Medicare drug plan enrollees who reach the new out-of-pocket cap will see average savings of roughly $1,100, or 56%, in 2025 for their prescription drugs.

Annapolis, Maryland—Today, AARP Maryland released a 2024 statewide election survey, revealing that candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Marylanders ages 50 and older. Maryland residents ages 50 and older make up an outsized portion of the electorate: in the 2020 elections, older voters accounted for 53% of all Maryland voters and in the 2022 mid-terms, they made up 62% of the state’s voters. Eighty-seven percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” to cast a ballot in November, compared with 70% of voters ages 18-49 saying the same.

LANSING, Mich.—Today, AARP Michigan released a 2024 statewide election survey, finding that candidates should pay close attention to Michiganders ages 50 and older, who make up an outsized portion of the electorate. In the 2020 elections, older voters accounted for 55% of all Michigan voters and in the 2022 mid-terms, they made up 60% of the state’s voters. Eighty-eight percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” to cast a ballot in November, 12 points higher than the 76% of voters ages 18-49 who say the same.

Today, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer Nancy LeaMond issued the following statement in response to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announcement of the first Medicare negotiated drug prices as part of the 2022 prescription drug law:

A new AARP study shows that four in five (78%) older adults who identify as LGBTQ+ are concerned about having enough support from family and friends as they get older. At the same time, nearly half (45%) are already living with a chronic condition, disability, or both – a figure that will likely increase as they age. The report, “Dignity 2024: The Experience of LGBTQ+ Older Adults,” examines top concerns of LGBTQ+ adults age 45 and over, from caregiving, to mental health, to finances.

ATLANTA—Today, AARP Georgia released a 2024 statewide election survey, revealing that candidates for president and state races should pay close attention to Georgians ages 50 and older. Georgia residents ages 50 and older make up an outsized portion of the electorate: in the 2020 elections, older voters accounted for 51% of all Georgia voters and in the 2022 mid-terms, they made up 58% of the state’s voters. Eighty-eight percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” to cast a ballot in November, with 70% of voters ages 18-49 saying the same.

COLUMBUS, Ohio—Today, AARP Ohio released a 2024 statewide election survey, revealing that candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Ohioans ages 50 and older. Ohio residents ages 50 and older make up an outsized portion of the electorate: in the 2020 elections, older voters accounted for 56% of all Ohio voters and in the 2022 mid-terms, they made up 65% of the state’s voters. Eighty-nine percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” to cast a ballot in November, with 76% of voters ages 18-49 saying the same.

AARP announces the debut of its inaugural "AARP Pickleball Clinic Tour," commencing in Chicago on July 31st at the Kroc Center Chicago from 5 – 8pm CT. This nationwide tour aims to celebrate...

The August/September 2024 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 2024.

Today, AARP CEO Jo Ann Jenkins issued the following statement in response to the recent assassination attempt on President Donald Trump:

Today, AARP Wisconsin released a 2024 statewide election survey, showing candidates for president, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Wisconsinites ages 50 and older. Eighty-five percent of voters ages 50 and older say they are “extremely motivated” to vote in this election, compared to just 64% of voters ages 18-49.

“99 Great Ways to Save” from AARP Bulletin returns for its 15th edition. This summer, the publication is helping readers make their money work harder for them. Personal finance writers uncover tips and insight for saving on car care, travel, groceries and more.

AARP, which reaches 25MM+ Unique Visitors across its website and flagship app, today launched an expansion of its premium digital content for its millions of members. AARP Members Edition will feature exclusive celebrity content from Sam Waterston and José Andrés, free books from bestselling authors like James Patterson and Ann Cleeves and bold new columns on sex, health and saving money.

Today, AARP – on behalf of the Global Council on Brain Health -- released the ‘Special Report: Hearing Matters for Brain Health,’ highlighting the importance of addressing hearing loss to promote communication and social engagement and reduce the possibility of cognitive decline and dementia. This report comes at a critical time as the growing body of evidence is clear: social isolation and loneliness, which can be associated with hearing loss, are a public health threat. According to U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murphy, the U.S. is in the midst of a loneliness and social isolation epidemic, increasing the risk of premature death and can be as detrimental as smoking up to 15 cigarettes a day.

WASHINGTON—Today, AARP announced it is investing $3.8 million in 343 Community Challenge grants for quick-action projects to help communities become more livable. These grants will improve public places; transportation; housing; digital connections; and more, with an emphasis on the needs of adults ages 50 and older. With this year’s projects, AARP has invested $20.1 million through over 1,700 grants since 2017 to nonprofit organizations and government entities across the country.

Today, one day before the first presidential debate, hundreds of AARP employees and volunteers from all 50 states and nearly two dozen actors from The Creative Coalition will embark on Capitol Hill to urge elected representatives to support family caregivers. According to a recent poll of competitive congressional districts, family caregivers account for 1 in 5 likely voters ages 50+ and cite financial stress as top-of-mind ahead of November. The bipartisan Credit for Caring Act, which AARP has fought hard for, would help cover the $7200 that many families spend yearly on out-of-pocket caring costs.

Today, AARP Nevada released a 2024 statewide election survey that shows candidates for President, U.S. Senate, and state races should pay close attention to Nevadans ages 50 and older, and the issues they care about.

WASHINGTON– In just the last two years, 30 states have passed legislation to protect homeowners from the predatory practice of filing unfair real estate fee agreements in property records, known...

WASHINGTON—AARP has been named one of The Washington Post’s 2024 Top Workplaces in the Washington, D.C. area. Selection is based solely on employee feedback gathered through an anonymous...

AARP released a poll of likely voters from the 44 most competitive congressional districts this election season. The survey found a generic Republican candidate and generic Democratic candidate tied at 45%, with voters ages 50 and older favoring Republicans, 48% - 44%. By age group, voters 50-64 favor Republicans by a 13-point margin, while voters 65 and older vote for the Democrat by 5-points. Among women, Hispanic, and Black voters ages 50 and older, Democrats lead by 2-points, 15-points, and 65-points, respectively. Voters ages 50 and older will be key to determining who wins in November.