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Why 50+ Voters Are Important
Meet the new agents of change. A new survey finds that older voters are poised to make a major impact on this fall’s elections. read
Four Candidates Compete for Governor's Office
The candidates seem most concerned about helping people age in place—an issue that state lawmakers have been struggling with for years. read
A Landmark Program Turns 75
Local residents and Congressman Richard Neal share personal stories about Social Security. read
Voter
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Elections 2010
Find out where candidates for Massachusetts governor, U.S. congressional representative, state representative, and state senator stand on important issues. Read AARP's 2010 voters' guides online coming Sept. 15. Read
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The Strength of Social Security
As Social Security turns 75, AARP Massachusetts highlights the importance of this crucial program. read
Protect Affordable Housing
AARP Massachusetts is fighting to protect affordable housing for low- and middle-income families, seniors, and persons with disabilities across the state. read
Where Do the Candidates Stand on Elder Issues?
There’s a lot at stake for older residents and their families this election. Volunteer with the AARP MA voter education campaign. read
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Help A Child Learn To Read
Donate a book, or volunteer your time: Help students in greater Boston, Fall River, and New Bedford improve their reading skills. read
AARP Tax-Aide Needs You
Volunteer with the nation’s largest, free tax assistance program, and help middle- and low-income seniors in Massachusetts with their tax returns. read
Turning a House Into a Home
As part of Rebuilding Together Boston’ s National Rebuilding Day, 50 AARP volunteers help a Mattapan family renovate their home. read
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Health Care Reform & You
Still have questions about the new federal health care reform law – and how it affects Bay State residents? We have answers. read
Are You in the Doughnut Hole?
Find out what you need to know about the $250 rebate check for the Medicare prescription drug coverage gap. read
What Does National Health Reform Mean for Older Massachusetts Residents?
We take a look at how the new law improves Medicare, tackles the high cost of prescription drugs, provides assistance for people age 50 to 64, and creates a new program to help individuals pay for home and community-based services. read
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Call 1-800-511-6274 by Sept. 27 to renew your AARP membership for 3 years and get a free registration to Orlando@50+. Read
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Resources for Workers 50+
Signs point to job growth and economic recovery in the Bay State, but will older job seekers struggling to find work benefit? read
- 1-800-Age Info
- Attorney General’s Elder Hotline 1-888-AG-ELDER (1-888-243-5337)
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs
- Commonwealth Health Insurance Connector Authority
- Commonwealth of Massachusetts Official Web Site
- The Fifty-Plus Advocate
- Greater Boston Legal Services
- Partnership for Healthcare Excellence
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