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Programs

Tax-Aide

Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest free, volunteer-run tax
assistance and preparation service. Read

AARP Driver Safety Program

Cars have changed. So have traffic rules, driving conditions, and the roads we drive on every day. Brush up on your driving skills to stay safe! Read

SCSEP

The AARP Foundation Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) helps job seekers improved their skills, obtain training and find a job. Join the challenge! Do

Public Policy Institute

The Public Policy Institute informs and stimulates public debate on the issues we face as we age. The Institute promotes development of sound, creative policies to address our common need for economic security, health care, and quality of life.

Surveys and Statistics

Surveys and Statistics houses national- and state-based research on the needs, concerns, and interests of AARP members and the 50+ population as a whole.

Academic Affairs

The Office of Academic Affairs provides a series of Occasional Papers on aging issues, resources to help faculty teach aging content, and recommendations of books on aging issues for public libraries.

latest
Research

Summary of 2011 AARP Survey of Virginians 18+: State Health Insurance Exchange

Virginians aged 18+ were asked about their awareness and opinions on issues related to the state health insurance exchange. read

Weathering the Storm: The Impact of the Great Recession on Long-Term Services and Supports

States cut programs for older individuals and adults with physical disabilities as demand rose for publicly funded services. This new AARP 50-state study shows 31 states cut non-Medicaid programs in FY 2010, and 28 states expecting to cut these programs in FY 2011. read