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AARP MA Community

Connect with other Bay State members.

Partnership for Healthcare Excellence

Get the health care you deserve.  Find a doctor, prepare for medical appointments, and more.

The Connector

The Commonwealth Health Insurance Authority works to offer health benefits at better prices; many plans include Rx coverage.

1-800-Age Info

Find information and resources on eldercare services in the Bay State.

AARP State Office

AARP Massachusetts State Office
One Beacon Street
Suite 2301
Boston, MA 02108
Phone: 1-866-448-3621 (toll-free)
Fax: 617-723-4224
ma@aarp.org
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday
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Chryste Hall, 617-305-0515 chhall@aarp.org

Create the Good

AARP is calling on its members to Create the Good in their neighborhoods. Get involved.

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LATEST MASSACHUSETTS JOURNAL NEWS

AARP Takes Stand on Health-Care Bill

Legislation would help older Americans and their families.

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U.S. Senate – Massachusetts Special Election Voter Guide

Find out where the candidates for U.S. Senate in the Bay State stand on issues like health reform and retirement security.

 

Jamaica Plain Resident Honored For Service

David Aronstein is the Massachusetts recipient of this year’s AARP Andrus Award for Community Service.

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What’s At Stake

AARP launches voter education campaign for the U.S. Senate Special Election.

On the Brink

The Fifty Plus Advocate recently published an editorial by AARP Massachusetts State Director Deborah Banda on the impact state budget cuts have had on seniors.

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Four Bay State Employers Are Best

The Commonwealth’s Executive Branch, DentaQuest, Harvard and MIT are 2009 AARP Best Employers for Workers Over 50.

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Fighting for Your Health Care

In the health reform debate, AARP has chosen a side – yours. 

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The Dangers of Overusing Antibiotics and Imaging

A new campaign in the Bay State aims to educate consumers about the risks of medically unnecessary antibiotic prescriptions and imaging procedures.

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Keeping Our Eye on the Goal

AARP and the Massachusetts Medical Society join forces to urge Congress to act now on health care reform.

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Safe Roads Now

More than a dozen Bay State organizations are working together to improve road safety.

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Will You Fall into the 'Doughnut Hole'?

AARP offers a new tool to help you figure out if you will fall into the dreaded "doughnut hole"—the coverage gap in Medicare’s prescription drug program that leaves millions of older Americans on the hook for all their own drug costs.

AARP Member Services & Discounts

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Find Health products that may fit your needs, along with wellness and fitness services.

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Spend Smart & Save

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Using money wisely can be fun. Learn how from "The Ultimate Cheap- skate."

Member Benefit

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Save on leading brands at the Grocery Coupon Center powered by Coupons.com.

Health Care News

AARP Endorses Health Care Bill

AARP endorsed a health reform bill passed in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Texting Trysts

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Some in the 50+ set are using "sexting," or "sexy text messaging," to spice up flirting.

Senior Airfare Deals

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Do flight discounts for older people really give you the best prices? Read this.

Train Travel

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Do you love riding the rails? So do we! Join the group.

Health Care Reform

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Make prescription drugs more affordable for all Americans.

Bye-Bye Sodium!

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How can you find a food's salt content and eat less of it, but still enjoy meals?

Driver Safety Month

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With the end of daylight saving time, AARP offers tips for night driving.

Hispanic Labor Force

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Demographic trends point to the importance of older Latin American workers.

Miracle Drugs

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Biologics are revolu- tionizing treatments for serious chronic diseases. How?

Consumer Fraud

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This holiday season, guard against scams that hatch with the holiday spirit.