REAL RELIEF

Make Your Voice Heard

What is Washington doing to help Main Street? Learn about Congress and the new Administration's plan to provide struggling Americans with real relief. Make your voice heard.

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Tools

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Find a Job

Search full-time, part-time, and flex-time jobs from age-friendly employers.

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Home Budget Calculator

Control your budget by tracking where your money is going every month.

Still Need Help?

In this time of economic crisis, AARP wants to help members find real relief. If you still have questions, please call 1-888-OUR-AARP.

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In these uncertain economic times, AARP and the AARP Foundation stand ready to help you stay focused on your long-term financial goals while providing you with immediate solutions and assistance.

Where You Can Go for Help
I Need a Job or Job Training
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  • Webinar: An Enjoyable Retirement on Less Money: This free webinar on Dec. 10, aimed at both retirees and pre-retirees, offers tips on saving money while having a fulfilling retirement.
  • Webinar: Green Jobs: Attend this free webinar on Dec. 15, to find out what 'green jobs' are and how to find them.
  • AARP WorkSearch: Are you 40 or older and looking for work and/or to gain new job skills? WorkSearch can help.
How Do I Make Ends Meet?
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  • Benefits QuickLINK: Find out if your family qualifies for public benefits programs that help cover the costs of food, utilities, health care, and medicine with our easy, online screening tool. Get the applications you need. Apply today. 
  • Public Benefits: Learn more about Medicare, Social Security, and state-specific programs for older adults with limited incomes. Find out how each program can help, who can apply, and where to get applications, with these printable fact sheets.
  • Money Management: This program offers a variety of basic financial resources that can help you with budgeting, credit, and debt management.
  • AARP Tax-Aide: You can receive free, face-to-face tax assistance and preparation at more than 6,600 sites nationwide from late January or early February through April 15. IRS-certified volunteers can provide online tax assistance year-round.
  • Reverse Mortgage Education Project: Homeowners age 62 or older can access free online tools and print materials. Also, learn more about reverse mortgages and other, less costly alternatives to help make ends meet.

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