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Seeking Stories From Family Caregivers in Mississippi

Posted on 05/31/20

The state’s 470,000 family caregivers are an unpaid lifeline for the loved ones they assist. Read More »
Caregiving

Susan Lucci Connects With Mom Virtually During Assisted Living Lockdown

Posted on 05/19/20 - By Jessica Ravitz

Actress Susan Lucci talks about the decision to move her mom to assisted living and how she connects with her virtually… Read More »
Savings & Planning

Drastic Steps for Making Ends Meet During a Pandemic

Posted on 05/13/20 - By Kim Lankford

If you are in a money crisis mode, you can take action to slash spending by first calling creditors, selling a car and… Read More »
Consumer Protection

'Sextortion' Scams Spike Amid Stay-at-Home Orders

Posted on 05/11/20 - By Katherine Skiba

The FBI reports an increase in sextortion scams recently where crooks demand payment to not leak sensitive images or… Read More »
AARP in Mississippi

AARP Mississippi Calls on Congress to Address Growing Needs of Older Americans Amid Coronavirus Crisis

Posted on 05/08/20

This week, AARP Mississippi met virtually with federal lawmakers to urge more help for older Americans and their… Read More »
Healthy Living

10 Myths About the Coronavirus You Shouldn't Believe

Posted on 05/08/20 - By Rachel Nania

Misinformation about coronavirus is widespread. Here are 10 common COVID-19 myths on infection, treatment, social… Read More »
AARP in Mississippi

Volunteers Needed: Here's Some Motivation

Posted on 04/30/20

AARP Mississippi is recruiting volunteers for a wide array of activities and advocacy, including caregiving, fraud… Read More »
Healthy Living

How to Stay Safe at the Grocery Store During Coronavirus Outbreak

Posted on 04/22/20 - By Sarah Elizabeth Adler

With the advent of coronavirus, how can you avoid infection while grocery shopping? Experts recommend ordering, and… Read More »

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