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Teaching Older Residents How to Avoid Evolving Scams

Posted on 02/28/25

An AARP Arizona volunteer teaches older residents how to be alert to prevent ever-evolving scams.…
How to Spot a Pet Scam

Posted on 04/16/24 - By Dawn Alexander

Who doesn’t want to give their loved ones that perfect postcard moment? You know, the big box with a bow that has a furry new member of the family inside. Unfortunately, that desire to create a…
Tax Season Heightens IRS Scams

Posted on 04/03/24 - By Dawn Alexander

Tax season isn't just about filing returns; it's also prime time for IRS impostor scams. According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers reported theft of $5.8 million via these scams in 2023…
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Now Open in Arizona

Posted on 02/06/24 - By Dawn Alexander

Program Provides Free Tax Prep Help to All…
Caregivers of Veterans Spend 1.5 Times More on Out-of-Pocket Costs

Posted on 11/10/23

more than 6.5 million veteran and military caregivers provide $14 billion in unpaid labor…
Economic Security for the Black Community: Promoting Equal Pay and Black Businesses

Posted on 08/09/23

Supporting Black businesses and advocating for pay equality is crucial for Black 50+ communities. A lack of equitable pay for Black 50+ workers can affect their retirement.…
Time Share Exit Scams

Posted on 07/05/23

It’s the Summer holiday season and many of us are out looking for vacation homes, but not everyone is in a buying mood. Across the country thousands of people are looking to get rid of a time share…
AARP Arizona Opposes Proposed Utility Rate Jump

Posted on 04/30/23

AARP Arizona is urging members to make their voices heard in public hearings on the rate proposal.…
Get Inside the Mind of Scam Artists at May Event

Posted on 03/31/23

Fighting back against fraud and scams requires understanding how con artists think and operate.…
Rising Rents Fuel Homeless Crisis For Older Arizonans

Posted on 02/28/23

Rents are increasing—in some cases, doubling—and many older residents on fixed incomes can’t keep up. …