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AARP West Virginia Seeks New State President

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AARP West Virginia is conducting a statewide search for the position of State President. This is a high-level volunteer… Read More »
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Sprucing up the Neighborhood

Posted on 10/01/19

Two West Virginia towns received AARP Community Challenge grants. Read More »
Consumer Protection

Many Older Americans Unaware of Common Scams, Survey Finds

Posted on 09/26/19 - By Katherine Skiba

A new survey conducted by AIG determined that many older adults are vulnerable to financial fraud, but understand the… Read More »
Politics & Society

Prescription Drug Prices Increase by Double the Rate of Inflation

Posted on 09/19/19 - By Dena Bunis

AARP's Rx Price Watch report shows prescription drug costs rose at twice the rate of inflation in 2017. This… Read More »
Healthy Living

Can Drinking Soda Really Kill You?

Posted on 09/13/19 - By Hallie Levine

Studies about the dangers of soft drinks seem to come out nearly every week. We take a look at some of the research and… Read More »
Work & Jobs

Older Employees Find Flexible Work Appealing

Posted on 09/06/19 - By Kenneth Terrell

Older adults are increasingly looking for flexible jobs in their job search. Flex jobs save older adults money and they… Read More »
Savings & Planning

5 Ways to 'Recession-Proof' Your Finances

Posted on 09/04/19 - By Adam Shell

Financial experts say a recession is coming but the timing is uncertain so take these five preventive steps to protect… Read More »
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Safeguards from Abuse

Posted on 08/31/19

Older people, especially those with cognitive decline, are vulnerable to financial exploitation. The move from pensions… Read More »