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The 2008 Annual Fund Drive helps make a wide range of important AARP Foundation services available to seniors during these difficult economic times. Click here to support the Annual Fund Drive today.

economic stimulus tool

Economic Stimulus Rebate: There's still time to file

Oct. 15, 2008 is the deadline to file IRS Form 1040A. Use this Stimulus Tool to find out if you are eligible to receive a rebate payment and to complete your return today.

Offer a Helping Hand to Seniors in Need

Rising costs for prescriptions, health care, and basic living expenses mean more seniors are struggling. You can help by supporting the 2008 Annual Fund.

$250,000 in Scholarships Awarded

Seventy-four moderate to lower income women were recently awarded scholarships through the AARP Foundation Women's Scholarship Program. Learn more about this program.

Resources

Home Made Money: A Consumer's Guide to Reverse Mortgages

State Fact Sheets: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

State Fact Sheets: Public Benefits that can help

Prepare to Care: A Planning Guide for Families

GrandCare News: A newsletter for Grandparents raising grandchildren

WLC SmartBrief: A twice monthly email newsletter focused on women’s financial, health, and images issues

To Serve: A quarterly newsletter with AARP Foundation news, volunteer, and donor information

ElderLaw Forum: A quarterly newsletter featuring updates on AARP Foundation legacy advocacy efforts in the courts on behalf of Americans 50 and older

GiftLegacy: A newsletter with Planned Giving news, information, and educational resources


Legal Advocacy

Notice of Proposed Final Class Action Settlement and Hearing:

Chambers et al. v. City and County of San Francisco, Case No. C06-06346 WHA

A hearing to approve the final settlement will be held in the Federal District Court in San Francisco on September 18, 2008.


Special Reports

Economic Trends
The Economic Slowdown's Impact on Middle-Aged and Older Americans.

Energy and Telephone Assistance
Public Programs that Help Low-Income Households