Massachusetts Advocacy

AARP Massachusetts Advocacy

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.

What’s At Stake

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

Fighting for Your Health Care

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

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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.

Tackling More Health Reform Myths

Don’t settle for rumors, myths, fear-mongering and misinformation about health care reform. Get the facts.

LATEST MASSACHUSETTS JOURNAL NEWS

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 Members Advocate for Health Care Reform

Throughout Massachusetts, AARP members are volunteering to help make national health care reform a reality. Find out why they got involved.

Safe Roads Now

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

Busting Health Care Reform Myths

The Fifty Plus Advocate recently published an editorial by AARP Massachusetts State Director Deborah Banda that focused on busting the myths about current proposals for national health care reform.

Six Measures to Reform Health Care

AARP is fighting to make sure health care reform works for everyone, and has put forth six steps that Congress should take to ensure that all Americans have the choice of quality health plans that they can afford.

Health Action Now!

AARP members in Massachusetts weigh in on national health care reform and why it’s important to them.

It’s Your Chance

AARP needs your help in Massachusetts. Become a local congressional district volunteer, and join us in making national health care reform a reality.

MA Restricts Rx Gifts to Docs

Dr. Daniel Carlat of Newburyport tells the AARP Bulletin that he accepted money from drug companies to recommend their products. This summer, the nation’s stiffest restrictions on drug company marketing practices take effect in Massachusetts.

Where’s the Money?

Find out how the state budget becomes law.

AARP Bulletin Reports on Cuts to Prescription Advantage

As House Leaders propose devastating budget cuts to Prescription Advantage, the AARP Bulletin looks at how last year’s reductions to the program have already harmed older residents.

Get The Job Done Now

The Fifty Plus Advocate recently published this editorial about how Divided We Fail will work to resolve the nation’s health care and financial security crises.

Become an Advocate

Get involved to make a difference for older Americans.

Legislative Action Center

Contact your elected officials about important issues that affect your life.

Key Vote Summary

Find out how your senators and representatives voted on Medicare, Social Security, and other important issues.

Health and Financial Security in 2009

AARP Massachusetts announces this year's state legislative agenda priorities.

AARP Honors Four Bay State Leaders

AARP is recognizing Senator Kennedy and Representatives Frank, McGovern and Neal for their outstanding work on behalf of Americans 50+.

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