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Confused About 2012 Medicare Part D Open Enrollment?

Find out what you need to make sure you have the right coverage during a webcast with Iowa SHIIP experts. read

Iowa Earns Mostly High Marks in New Report

New report finds Iowa among top 10 states for long term services and supports, but still shows need for improvement. read

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AARP Iowa Rewards: Register for Free Gift!

Find out how Iowa volunteers are making a difference and register for a free thank you gift for taking the time to learn more. read

Kent Sovern is the new Iowa State Director for AARP 2011

Meet Kent Sovern, AARP Iowa’s New State Director

Experienced leader tapped to direct Association statewide efforts. read

Iowa News

Des Moines is the third U.S. city to join the World Health Organization's Global Network of Age-Friendly Cities. read

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Hunger among Older Americans Spikes Nearly 80 Percent Since 2001

AARP Foundation report finds 1 in 11 Americans 50-plus at risk of hunger read

Medicare Fraud Protection Program Expands Volunteer Opportunities

Iowa’s Senior Medicare Patrol, a program that helps Iowans understand Medicare and fight fraud, offers volunteer work helping protect the financial and health security of older Iowans. read

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Share Your Medicare, Social Security Story

What does Medicare or Social Security mean to you? As we fight to protect these landmark programs, we need to hear from you. read

Iowa’s Legislative Session Ends – Iowa’s Ratepayers Win

AARP advocacy stops proposal that would have increased utility rates for consumers and small businesses. read

Survey Shows One-Third of Americans Play Caregiver Role

Caregiving facts, resources and tips to help the growing numbers of Iowans prepare, plan and cope with increasing demands of caregiving. read

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Health care law turns one year old

Health Care Law Is Up and Running Even as the Political Battle Rages

Could challenges ultimately roll back new benefits? read

High Risk Pool Offers Insurance for Those Previously Denied

Iowans previously closed out of the private individual health insurance market due to their medical history now have a new option: the Iowa High-Risk Pool. read

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50 Jobs for a Second Career

Browse a list of the top jobs and fields for career changers over 50. read

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