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AARP and partners holding Raleigh City Council Candidate Forums

Featured - By WakeUp Wake County

RALEIGH - WakeUP Wake County, in partnership with AARP North Carolina, Blue Ridge Corridor Alliance, El Pueblo, Habitat… Read More »
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Build community through volunteering - join us for a free lunch with author Val Walker

Posted on 03/20/23 - By Rebecca Chaplin

ASHEVILLE -- Studies have shown that the health benefits of volunteering include lower blood pressure, a boost in… Read More »
Savings & Planning

Tax Breaks After 50 You Can't Afford to Miss

Posted on 03/14/23 - By Patricia Amend

When taxpayers reach age 50 they are eligible to save on federal income taxes through catch-up contributions to IRA and… Read More »
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Coming Together with Passion and Purpose

Posted on 03/13/23

NCAOA meets this week in Charlotte Read More »
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Family Caregivers in North Carolina Provide $16.5 Billion in Unpaid Care to Loved Ones

Posted on 03/09/23

Latest AARP research attaches monetary value to the estimated hours of unpaid care that North Carolina family… Read More »
Savings & Planning

2 Scams to Watch For During Tax Season

Posted on 03/09/23 - By John Waggoner

Know the warning signs to steer clear of bogus tax preparers who make big promises and identity thieves who are out to… Read More »
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Rethinking guardianship

Posted on 03/08/23

Updates are needed to improve North Carolina's guardianship laws Read More »
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NC Consumer Protection Advocates Highlight Common Scams During Consumer Protection Week

Posted on 03/06/23

RALEIGH -- AARP joined Attorney General Josh Stein today when he announced two wins for consumers: a temporary… Read More »

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AARP is working on strategies to make sure North Carolina homes are safe and affordable

DURHAM, NC – AARP is working with home design expert Richard Duncan of the RL Mace Universal Home Design Institute, on… Read More »
AARP in the Triangle working to create healthy food options for the hungry

DURHAM -- AARP in the Triangle Region and the Durham Center for Senior Life (DCSL) are partnering to support hungry… Read More »
Pivoting from tents to masks and gowns

Small businesses adapts to pandemic Read More »
Combating isolation in a pandemic

“We Had to Get Creative Very Quickly” Read More »
When it comes to the coronavirus, protect your health & your wallet

Scammers look to capitalize on the news of the moment, especially if the headlines can instill fear and motivate people… Read More »

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Building Community Through Volunteering: Lunch with Author Val Walker

Thursday, Apr 6, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.

There will be various sites in Western North Carolina, including Asheville, Marion, West Jefferson, and Hendersonville (and virtual). You can select a site in the registration process.

Hybrid (Attend Online or In-Person)
Featured Event

Building Community Through Volunteering: Lunch with Author Val Walker

Thursday, Apr 6, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.

There will be various sites in Western North Carolina, including Asheville, Marion, West Jefferson, and Hendersonville (and virtual). You can select a site in the registration process.

Hybrid (Attend Online or In-Person)
Featured Event

Building Community Through Volunteering: Lunch with Author Val Walker

Thursday, Apr 6, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.

There will be various sites in Western North Carolina, including Asheville, Marion, West Jefferson, and Hendersonville (and virtual). You can select a site in the registration process.

Hybrid (Attend Online or In-Person)