Autumn Events, Webinars, and more from AARP Massachusetts
Autmn is here & we've got you covered if you're looking for fun, informative events to keep the good vibes going. Tune in and sign up today.
Spotting Scams & Staying Safe
Friday October 4 at 1:00pm | Woburn, MA
Scams can happen to anyone – but spotting and avoiding these criminals can become second nature when you know the right steps to take to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Join us for this free workshop where you can:
Hear about the latest scams and what tactics are being used
Build confidence, with steps you can take to protect yourself and loved ones
Explore AARP tools and resources to help keep you up to date on the latest scams
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Walk to End Alzheimer's - Worcester County
Sunday, October 6, 2024 10:00 AM-12:00
AARP is proud to once again be a sponsor of the Alzheimer's Walk in Worcester on October 6th. Enjoy the walk's great music, inspiring speakers, and activities for all ages. Be sure to find the AARP booth and interact with our Social Security game to win some fun prizes and pick up valuable information about our key priorities of brain health, Social Security, caregiving and livable communities. You will also learn about upcoming offerings and about volunteer opportunities! Festival is 8 AM to Noon and the walk kicks off at 10 AM.
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Speakers Bureau Virtual Training
Tuesday, October 8 10:00|Online
Looking for more ways to get involved? Join us for an upcoming volunteer training! If you are interested in public speaking or have a background in marketing or education, we invite you to an AARP Speakers Bureau Training. Our volunteers give community presentations to address important issues that affect Massachusetts residents. Your experience matters!
This session will be held virtually on Zoom and is ideal for anyone who cannot make it to our in-person training in Worcester on October 17th. Trainings are held twice a year in the fall and the spring.
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Fraud Talk Tuesday: Ways to Fight Misinformation
Tuesday, October 8, at Noon
As virtual AI scams increase, we’ll explore how to guard against false information. Detecting misinformation (false or misleading info that spreads unintentionally) and disinformation (info that’s designed to deceive) is becoming increasingly challenging, given the growing sophistication of deepfakes. These faked images or recordings can be highly convincing, thanks to the use of artificial intelligence in creating them. Become well-informed about misinformation scams!
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Our Voices Decide: Protect Social Security - You Earned it!
Tuesday, Ocober 8 at 7:00pm |Framingham
In this election year, AARP is fighting to get candidates, regardless of party, to offer solutions for protecting our hard-earned Social Security. In this interactive Community Conversation, discover how Social Security is funded and learn about the future health and stability of the program. You’ll also learn how you can help protect Social Security for the hard-working Americans who have earned it.
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Designing Across Decades: Building Communities for Every Age
Wednesday, October 9 9:00-2:00 pm Northampton
Join us for an insightful event where we delve into critical issues shaping the future of stakeholder engagement, housing policy, and crisis management. This event is designed to equip leaders, policymakers, and advocates with the tools and knowledge necessary to navigate an increasingly complex intricacies of ensuring our communities reflect our needs as we age.
The sessions will explore how organizations can broaden their approach to stakeholder engagement, take a deep dive into recent housing legislation, analyzing its potential impacts on both current and future housing plans, and discuss strategies for anticipating and managing future crises.
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Strategies to Help Enhance Your Job Search
Wednesday October 9 11:00| Somerville
Discover how to network effectively, hone your interviewing skills and search and apply for great jobs online!
Join us for this free, interactive workshop where you can:
- Discover how to use online job boards
- Connect with fellow job seekers and career search experts
- Prepare for tough interview questions
- Get a local resource guide and access other job search tools
You can also get a profile photo taken to use on social media and in your job search, so come dressed for success.
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Pickling 101
Friday October 11 at 1:00pm | Online
Discover the basics of pickling any vegetable, including all that zucchini! Learn how to pickle using traditional vegetables such as cucumbers, as well as squash, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, cauliflower and more. Pickling extends the life of produce, whether grown in your garden or purchased at the farmers market or grocery store. Having a pantry full of preserved foods can lower grocery bills and provide your family with healthy food all year long. Plus, they’re good for your gut! Pickled vegetables contain antioxidants that help fight against inflammation and ease digestion.
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Walk with a Doc Boston
Saturday October 12 11am Boston
Walk with a Doc is a walking program for everyone interested in taking steps for a healthier lifestyle. You’ll take a few minutes to learn about a current health topic from a healthcare professional, then spend the rest of the hour enjoying a healthy walk and fun conversation. It’s a great way to get out, get active, and enjoy all the benefits that come from walking. Walk your own pace and distance. When the weather is bad we will meet inside the Prudential Shopping Center and on good weather days we will meet at the Boston Common. A reminder with the location will go out the day before.
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AARP Careversations
Tuesday, October 15 at 6:00 PM | Framingham, MA
Caring for a friend, family member or loved one? Come take a break and get ready for what's next.
- Join us for this lightly facilitated conversation about family caregiving:
- Discover five key steps to aid you in your caregiving journey
- Connect and exchange tips with fellow caregivers
- Explore local caregiving resources available in your communities
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Life Hacks: Digital Coupon Tools
Tuesday, October 15 at 1:00 PM
If you like saving money on groceries and everyday items, then this lecture is for you! We'll introduce you to the world of digital couponing and a variety of tools to help you get started. You'll learn about coupon websites, apps, and databases as well as tips for getting the best deals.
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Spotting Scams & Staying Safe
Thursday, October 17 at 1:00 pm| Norwood, MA
Scams can happen to anyone – but spotting and avoiding these criminals can become second nature when you know the right steps to take to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Join us for this free workshop where you can:
- Hear about the latest scams and what tactics are being used
- Build confidence, with steps you can take to protect yourself and loved ones
- Explore AARP tools and resources to help keep you up-to-date on the latest scams
Click here to attend
Speakers Bureau Certification Training
Thursday, October 17 at 10am | Worcester
Looking for more ways to get involved? Join us for an upcoming volunteer training! If you are interested in public speaking or have a background in marketing or education, we invite you to an AARP Speakers Bureau Training. Our volunteers give community presentations to address important issues that affect Massachusetts residents. Your experience matters!
Lunch will be provided at the end of the session at 12 PM. We will be meeting inside the MassDot building in Worcester in their conference room. There is ample free parking and the space is handicapped accessible.
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AARP Careversations
Wednesday, October 23 at 6:00pm | Dedham
Caring for a friend, family member or loved one? Come take a break and get ready for what's next.
Join us for this lightly facilitated conversation about family caregiving:
- Discover five key steps to aid you in your caregiving journey
- Connect and exchange tips with fellow caregivers
- Explore local caregiving resources available in your community
Click here to attend
Strategies to Help Enhance Your Job Search
Friday, October 25 at 11:00 | North Billerica, MA
Discover how to network effectively, hone your interviewing skills and search and apply for great jobs online!
Join us for this free, interactive workshop where you can:
- Discover how to use online job boards
- Connect with fellow job seekers and career search experts
- Prepare for tough interview questions
- Get a local resource guide and access other job search tools
You can also get a profile photo taken to use on social media and in your job search, so come dressed for success.
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Preparing for Retirement: Social Security & Medicare
Saturday, October 26 from 8:30 to 11:30am | Fitchburg
AARP has resources to help you make informed decisions about your retirement and your healthcare. You worked hard for you money so it’s only fair you get everything you’ve earned and that you understand your healthcare options. Come and get answers to your questions on Social Security and Medicare and join us for a free light buffet breakfast.
Registration opens at 8:30 a.m.
A light breakfast will be served at 9 a.m.
9:30 a.m. - All About Medicare
10:30 a.m. - All About Social Security
Presentations end at 11:30.
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Life Hacks: AI & Disinformation
Tuesday, October 29 at 1:00pm | Online
Disinformation refers to false information created to mislead people, and it's nothing new. But today's AI powered tools and social media have made it easier and faster to create and spread disinformation. In this lecture, we’ll explore how AI is used to create convincing deepfakes and clone voices, making it challenging to distinguish between real and fake content. We’ll also review best practices for evaluating information and explore tech tools that can help identify content created with AI.
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