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WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is sounding the alarm over a sharp rise in high-dollar losses among older Americans to sophisticated impersonation scams, with reported losses more …
FTC Warns of Surge in High-Dollar Scams Targeting Older Adults Read More
EMPORIUM, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Aging this week announced a $3 million investment to enhance Senior Community Centers (SCCs) across the Commonwealth, aimed at supporting the health, engagement, …
Pennsylvania Invests $3 Million in Senior Centers to Modernize Facilities and Expand Services Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro and Revenue Secretary Pat Browne announced last week that the first round of 2024 Property Tax/Rent Rebate (PTRR) payments began being distributed to Pennsylvanians, …
Shapiro Administration Begins Distribution of Expanded Property Tax and Rent Rebates Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Aging last week strengthened its efforts to protect older adults by hosting a statewide learning session with the Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) …
Pennsylvania Advances Elder Justice With New Multidisciplinary Team Initiative Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — AARP Pennsylvania is urging residents, especially those over 50, to stay vigilant as utility-related scams surge across the state. The warning follows a sharp increase in impostor …
AARP Warns Pennsylvania Seniors of Rising Utility Scams Amid Surge in Fraud Reports Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — AARP has awarded its 2025 Community Challenge grants to seven organizations across Pennsylvania, providing over $70,000 to fund innovative projects aimed at improving community livability for people …
AARP Awards 2025 Community Challenge Grants to Seven Pennsylvania Projects Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State leaders, residents, and LeadingAge PA gathered in the Main Capitol Rotunda on Tuesday to urge lawmakers to establish consistent and sustainable Medicaid reimbursement in the 2025–26 …
Pennsylvania Fights for Seniors: Urgent Call to Save Nursing Homes and LIFE Programs! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — With World Elder Abuse Awareness Day approaching on June 15, AARP Pennsylvania is urging the public to recognize and act against elder financial exploitation, a pervasive but …
Protect Your Loved Ones from Financial Exploitation Before It’s Too Late! Read More
YORK, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro this week announced a significant achievement for Pennsylvania today, as the state has officially been recognized as an Age-Friendly State by AARP. The designation, …
PA Celebrates Historic Win as an Age-Friendly State – A Milestone for Seniors! Read More
FORT WASHINGTON, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA) has unveiled the PA CareKit, a comprehensive resource designed to aid caregivers across the Commonwealth. Introduced on May 28 by …
PA CareKit Launches to Empower Caregivers and Transform Lives! Read More