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Help Hurricane Victims
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A man rides his bicycle through a damaged road in Toa Alta, west of San Juan, Puerto Rico, on September 24, 2017 following the passage of Hurricane Maria. Authorities in Puerto Rico rushed on September 23, 2017 to evacuate people living downriver from a dam said to be in danger of collapsing because of flooding from Hurricane Maria.
Help Seniors Affected by Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands
The destruction to the islands has been unprecedented and left millions of lives in shambles. The need for those in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands remains critical. Contributions to AARP Foundation will be matched — dollar for dollar —up to a total of $250,000.
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Learn about AARP Foundation programs and services to help struggling older adults thrive
Employment After 50
Our programs and services help make connections between older jobseekers looking to remain in or return to the workforce and employers looking to benefit from mature, experienced employees
From Our Blog
How to Thrive When Aging Alone
The U.S. Census Bureau tells us more than 27 percent of people age 65 and over live alone. One reason is because baby boomers have the highest divorce rate and lowest number of children, and as they turn 65, the numbers of those living alone escalate
Profile of Social Connectedness in Older Adults
A new report funded by AARP Foundation examines existing data to estimate the frequency of loneliness among older adults in the U.S. and identify characteristics that indicate a high risk
Settling Into a New Career
Most of us think of college campuses as places for kids who are 20, 30 or more years younger than we are. We often forget that local colleges can actually be resources for us beyond young adulthood and throughout the rest of our lives as we seek to reinvent ourselves and our careers
In the Spotlight
Equifax Breach may Mean Scammers can Target More Seniors
The danger of online data breaches mean caregivers “should become familiar with schemes targeting the elderly,” as those who are particularly vulnerable will need “someone looking out for their financial well-being.”
Age Discrimination is Everybody's Problem
The article notes that age discrimination is “widespread” under the definition of the EEOC, citing an AARP survey in which two in three respondents stated they had experienced or witnessed age discrimination in the workplace.
The Storm Has Passed, But Puerto Rico’s Health Faces Prolonged Recovery
Nearly a month after Hurricane Maria’s landfall, the damage from the storm is still being assessed. The piece discusses a number of the fiscal and medical challenges confronting the territory.
Investing in Critical Services for Vulnerable Adults
Age Strong brings together AARP Foundation, Calvert Foundation and Capital Impact Partners to invest in programs that support low-income, struggling older adults.
Featured Programs & Services
AARP Foundation SCSEP
55 or older, unemployed and looking for work? The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) can help you get on-the-job training.
Work for Yourself at 50+
AARP Foundation's Work for Yourself @50+ provides free tools and resources to help you become self-employed and improve your financial situation.
BACK TO WORK 50+
We are partnering with workforce services providers to strengthen the bridge between 50+ job candidates and respected employers.
AARP Foundation Experience Corps
Experience Corps is a literacy program that utilizes highly trained volunteers age 50 and over to help struggling students become great readers.
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Every year, AARP Foundation helps millions of struggling older adults 50 and over win back opportunity. We couldn't do it without the generous support of individuals and institutions.
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