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How old do I have to be to join AARP?

 

While AARP is dedicated to people over 50, anyone 18 and older can join for as low as $15 for the first year with automatic renewal.

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AARP Membership gives you access to discounts, programs and services from trusted brands such as these.

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Do you know the value of an AARP membership?

Browse real life examples of the value you can get with an AARP membership.*

Restaurants

Members can save up to 15% off at restaurants nationwide.

 

If you spend $60 per week eating out, you could save $450 per year.

AARP Rewards

Everyone can sign up for our free loyalty program to learn and earn points.

 

From fitness to money management, AARP Rewards inspires you to learn and thrive as you age.

Hotels and Resorts

Members can save up to 10% at hotels and resorts.

 

If you spend $1000 on a 7 night hotel stay, you could save $100.

AARP The Magazine Included

Enjoy trustworthy advice on health, finance, and more from America’s most read magazine.

 

As an AARP member you receive AARP The Magazine at no additional cost.

AARP Movies For Grownups®

Get the latest movie reviews, celebrity interviews, news, quizzes and more. Everyone can enjoy FREE virtual movie screenings, but AARP members also enjoy access to local screenings.

 

 

Car Rentals

Members can save 30% on car rentals.

 

If you spend $350 for a 1-week rental, you could save up to $105.

AARP Skills Builder for Work℠

Everyone gets a free course.

 

AARP members get up to 40% off all courses offered by MindEdge Learning.

AARP Games

Everyone can play card games, word games and arcade games.

 

As an AARP member, you can play over 40 members only games like Pong® and Breakout.

AARP Perks™

AARP Perks™ is a free browser extension that can help connect you with all the great things AARP offers.

 

As an AARP member, you have access to hundreds of ways to save with AARP Perks™.

Advocacy

Over 65 million Americans are enrolled in Medicare.

 

AARP's advocacy efforts helped secure an estimated $25 billion in prescription drug cost savings for Americans on Medicare.

 

As an AARP member your voice helps advocate on behalf of the 50+.

Cruise

Members can save up to $100 per person on cruises.

 

Travelling with a companion? For two tickets, you could save up to $200.

AARP Driver Safety

Everyone can take the Driver Safety course and learn defensive driving techniques.

 

Members can save up to 20%. As an AARP member, you can save up to $5 on the course.

More Information on AARP Benefits

Members receive a bimonthly magazine. AARP The Magazine addresses the needs and concerns of the 50+ population, including the 76-million-strong Baby Boomer generation. The magazine covers a broad range of topics, including health, finance and travel.

Members also receive the AARP Bulletin, published 10 times a year, with news and practical information. The AARP Bulletin carries reports about national and state legislation and programs affecting the 50+. An online version is also available.

AARP.org provides online information, services and tools to help the 50+ get the most out of life. AARP.org has information on a broad range of topics, including AARP's public policies, answers to financial planning questions, guidance on health and wellness, tips for coping with difficult life transitions, as well as opportunities to contact government officials and participate in discussion groups and online courses.

About AARP

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization with membership for people age 50 and over.

AARP is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as we age. We lead positive social change and deliver value to members through information, advocacy and service.

AARP also provides a wide range of unique benefits, special products, and services for our members.

As an AARP Member, you could save $450 per year if you spend $60 per week dining out

You can save every day at national chains as well as some of your favorite nearby restaurants.


Save at these restaurants and more:

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Members can save up to 40% on all courses through AARP Skills Builder For Work

Everyone gets access to some free courses. If you spend $100 on courses per year, as an AARP member, you can save $40 per year. MindEdge, Inc. is an online learning platform that develops and delivers high-impact online learning opportunities for adult learners.

Save with online courses:

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You can earn 2000 bonus points today by joining AARP

Earn points by taking knowledge-boosting quizzes, tracking your fitness or using money tools.

 

Trade in your points for:

  • Sweepstakes entries
  • Local deals
  • Discounted gift cards
  • Charitable donations
  • Once-in-a-lifetime adventures

Plus, your AARP membership unlocks our stash of members-only rewards.

Rewards

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Members can save up to 10% at hotels and resorts

You can save at over 30,000 hotel and resort locations worldwide, including:


Save at these hotels and resorts:

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Live in the Know

The Magazine is available in print, or access a digital version by downloading the AARP Publications app from the Apple® or Google Play™ store. It is also available on Apple News+® (subscription required).

 

 

The definitive lifestyle publication available to AARP members only, it offers celebrity interviews, features on health and tech, plus tips, recipes, book and movie reviews, and more. If you’re not yet an AARP member, join today to get your subscription to AARP The Magazine.

Magazine

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Members can attend free local movie screenings

Free screenings include pre-releases, new releases, documentaries and classic favorites. Plus, discover what to watch on the big screen and the best movies to stream right now on Netflix, Amazon, and everywhere.

Movies For Grownups

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Play over 40 Members Only games

Whether you like to do a daily crossword puzzle or test your skills at solitaire, you can access tons of free online games (including ones created exclusively for members!) — and you can play them anytime, anywhere.

Play popular games such as these and more:

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Stay Connected as You Browse

AARP Perks™ is a simple, secure internet browser extension that connects you with all the great things AARP offers.

 

AARP provides a world of information, resources, discounts, and other benefits. Find them when you need them with AARP Perks™, an internet browser extension that offers reminders as you browse online and visit sites with related information and products.

 

Earn 10 AARP Rewards points for daily activity (reading an article or learning about a member benefit) with AARP Perks™ — or up to 15 points for AARP members.

Perks saving

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Members can save up to $100 per person on cruises

Booking can be completed with these travel companies:

Expedia

Up to $100 in extra onboard credits

Collette


$50 off per person on cruise tours

Grand European Travel


Up to $100 off per person on luxury river cruises

Vacations By Rail


5% off more than 40 rail and cruise vacations

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Advocating for important issues

AARP is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all as we age. In addition to fighting to lower prescription drug costs, AARP advocates on your behalf to:

 

  • Safeguard Social Security
  • Prevent fraud
  • Empower family caregivers
  • Eliminate age discrimination
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Members can save up to 20%

The AARP Smart Driver course can help you refresh your driving skills and may save you money on your auto insurance.* Members can take the course at a discounted rate, online or in person.

Members can save up to 10% on the online course and 20% on in-person courses.

 

 

*Consult with your insurance agent for details

Driver safety

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Members can save 30% on car rentals

Members can save on a variety of vehicles including sedans, trucks, and SUVs. Plus, members can compare brands and rates while booking through the AARP Travel Center.

You can save with these brands: 

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with Automatic Renewal.

 

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