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<span class="pct">25%</span> <span class="off">OFF</span>
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<p class="lede">Just $15 for your first year with automatic renewal.</p>
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<div class="kicker">DISCOUNTS</div>
<div class="copy">Enjoy everyday savings on groceries, dining out, cell phone services, eyeglasses and more</div>
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<div class="kicker">TOOLS</div>
<div class="copy">Online tools — to help you save money, plan for the future, search for a new job or stay active</div>
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<div class="kicker">MEMBER-ONLY</div>
<div class="copy">Access to exclusive products — Medicare Supplemental health insurance, dental coverage, eye care</div>
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<div class="kicker">ADVOCACY</div>
<div class="copy">A voice in Washington, DC and all 50 states. Confronting age discrimination, protecting pension rights, Social Security, Medicare</div>
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<div class="kicker">ENTERTAINMENT</div>
<div class="copy">AARP members gain access to unique entertainment articles, podcasts and videos — plus over 15 member-only games like Atari’s Breakout and Pong!</div>
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<div class="kicker">COMMUNITY</div>
<div class="copy">Your source for interactive workshops, online learning, and life skills for people over 50. Topics include job search skills, family caregiving and how to use technology to help enhance your life</div>
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<p>AARP traces its roots to the mid-20th century, when concerns about older Americans’ access to health coverage and financial security began to gain national attention. In 1958, a retired high school principal named Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus founded what would become AARP after discovering that one of her former colleagues was living in a chicken coop because she could not afford decent housing. That discovery led Andrus to advocate for better pensions, access to medical insurance, and respect for older adults, planting the seeds for an organization that would evolve into a major voice on aging in the United States.</p>
<p>In its earliest years, AARP focused heavily on practical solutions, particularly group health insurance for people over 65 at a time when many private insurers considered them uninsurable. By pooling members together, AARP helped open doors to coverage that had previously been closed. This early emphasis on practical benefits became a defining trait of the organization and still echoes in its modern membership offerings, which blend advocacy with tangible savings, tools, and resources for older adults and their families.</p>
<p>Over the decades, AARP expanded beyond health coverage and discounts into a broad agenda touching Social Security, Medicare, workplace protections, and anti-discrimination efforts. As federal programs for older Americans developed, AARP frequently participated in debates over how those programs should be designed and funded. The organization became known not only for championing seniors’ interests in Washington, DC, but also for educating its members about policy changes and how those changes might affect their daily lives, from prescription drug prices to retirement planning.</p>
<p>AARP’s growth was also cultural. The organization played a role in reshaping how society thinks about aging, moving away from stereotypes of decline toward ideas of active, purposeful, and engaged later life. Through magazines, newsletters, events, and educational campaigns, AARP highlighted stories of people over 50 starting new careers, volunteering in their communities, learning new skills, and embracing technology. This cultural work helped frame aging not as an endpoint but as a stage of life with its own opportunities and challenges.</p>
<p>As the digital era arrived, AARP adapted its services to match changing expectations. It developed extensive online resources, including tools for comparing healthcare options, calculators for retirement planning, and portals for job seekers over 50. The organization also began offering online classes, webinars, and virtual events, enabling members to participate from home. These changes allowed AARP to remain relevant to newer generations of members who were comfortable using smartphones, tablets, and laptops to manage their lives and finances.</p>
<p>At the same time, AARP maintained a strong local presence through state offices and community programs. Volunteers and staff organized workshops on topics such as caregiving, fraud prevention, and safe driving. They worked with local partners to host events that combined education with social connection, recognizing that loneliness and isolation can be serious issues for older adults. This blend of national influence and local involvement gave AARP a distinctive role as both a policy advocate and a community resource.</p>
<p>Among the many individuals who have interacted with AARP over the years, one can imagine someone like Helen, a 67-year-old retired librarian living in a mid-sized town. Helen initially joined because she received a mailing about discounts on vision care and thought it might help her manage the cost of new glasses. After enrolling, she discovered that her membership included far more than she had expected, from online tools to help her review Medicare options to articles about staying mentally sharp and physically active.</p>
<p>Helen began incorporating AARP resources into her daily routine. In the mornings, she would check the AARP website for new articles about brain health, sometimes printing out simple exercises or recipes that supported a heart-healthy diet. Once a week, she logged into an online workshop on technology basics, where she learned how to spot phishing emails and secure her smartphone. These sessions gave her the confidence to video chat with her grandchildren and pay bills online without constant worry about scams.</p>
<p>On Thursdays, Helen attended a local AARP-sponsored event at the community center, where volunteers offered guidance on managing caregiving responsibilities. Helen was helping her older brother navigate mobility issues, and the information she received about home modifications, transportation options, and legal documents eased her sense of being overwhelmed. Through those gatherings she met other caregivers, traded stories, and realized she was not alone in balancing her own retirement with family obligations. The combination of practical advice and emotional support became an anchor in her week.</p>
<p>Over time, AARP became woven into Helen’s sense of independence and security. She used member discounts when she traveled by train to visit her grandchildren, checked advocacy updates when Congress debated changes to Medicare, and explored new hobbies through online classes she had never expected to enjoy. What started as a simple decision to save a little money on eyeglasses turned into an ongoing relationship with an organization that touched many parts of her life, from finances and health to community and purpose, reflecting the broader way AARP has influenced generations of older Americans since its founding.</p>
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AARP — 25% OFF Membership
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AARP
25% OFF
MEMBERSHIP
Just $15 for your first year with automatic renewal.
JOIN OR RENEW NOW
DISCOUNTS
Enjoy everyday savings on groceries, dining out, cell phone services, eyeglasses and more
TOOLS
Online tools — to help you save money, plan for the future, search for a new job or stay active
MEMBER-ONLY
Access to exclusive products — Medicare Supplemental health insurance, dental coverage, eye care
ADVOCACY
A voice in Washington, DC and all 50 states. Confronting age discrimination, protecting pension rights, Social Security, Medicare
ENTERTAINMENT
AARP members gain access to unique entertainment articles, podcasts and videos — plus over 15 member-only games like Atari’s Breakout and Pong!
COMMUNITY
Your source for interactive workshops, online learning, and life skills for people over 50. Topics include job search skills, family caregiving and how to use technology to help enhance your life
Plus, select your free gift!
$5 Chewy Gift Card*Card*
OR
Insulated TrunkOrganizer
JOIN OR RENEW NOW
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This is a Paid Advertisement.
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2803 Philadelphia Pike Suite B #1228 Claymont, DE 19703.
AARP traces its roots to the mid-20th century, when concerns about older Americans’ access to health coverage and financial security began to gain national attention. In 1958, a retired high school principal named Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus founded what would become AARP after discovering that one of her former colleagues was living in a chicken coop because she could not afford decent housing. That discovery led Andrus to advocate for better pensions, access to medical insurance, and respect for older adults, planting the seeds for an organization that would evolve into a major voice on aging in the United States.
In its earliest years, AARP focused heavily on practical solutions, particularly group health insurance for people over 65 at a time when many private insurers considered them uninsurable. By pooling members together, AARP helped open doors to coverage that had previously been closed. This early emphasis on practical benefits became a defining trait of the organization and still echoes in its modern membership offerings, which blend advocacy with tangible savings, tools, and resources for older adults and their families.
Over the decades, AARP expanded beyond health coverage and discounts into a broad agenda touching Social Security, Medicare, workplace protections, and anti-discrimination efforts. As federal programs for older Americans developed, AARP frequently participated in debates over how those programs should be designed and funded. The organization became known not only for championing seniors’ interests in Washington, DC, but also for educating its members about policy changes and how those changes might affect their daily lives, from prescription drug prices to retirement planning.
AARP’s growth was also cultural. The organization played a role in reshaping how society thinks about aging, moving away from stereotypes of decline toward ideas of active, purposeful, and engaged later life. Through magazines, newsletters, events, and educational campaigns, AARP highlighted stories of people over 50 starting new careers, volunteering in their communities, learning new skills, and embracing technology. This cultural work helped frame aging not as an endpoint but as a stage of life with its own opportunities and challenges.
As the digital era arrived, AARP adapted its services to match changing expectations. It developed extensive online resources, including tools for comparing healthcare options, calculators for retirement planning, and portals for job seekers over 50. The organization also began offering online classes, webinars, and virtual events, enabling members to participate from home. These changes allowed AARP to remain relevant to newer generations of members who were comfortable using smartphones, tablets, and laptops to manage their lives and finances.
At the same time, AARP maintained a strong local presence through state offices and community programs. Volunteers and staff organized workshops on topics such as caregiving, fraud prevention, and safe driving. They worked with local partners to host events that combined education with social connection, recognizing that loneliness and isolation can be serious issues for older adults. This blend of national influence and local involvement gave AARP a distinctive role as both a policy advocate and a community resource.
Among the many individuals who have interacted with AARP over the years, one can imagine someone like Helen, a 67-year-old retired librarian living in a mid-sized town. Helen initially joined because she received a mailing about discounts on vision care and thought it might help her manage the cost of new glasses. After enrolling, she discovered that her membership included far more than she had expected, from online tools to help her review Medicare options to articles about staying mentally sharp and physically active.
Helen began incorporating AARP resources into her daily routine. In the mornings, she would check the AARP website for new articles about brain health, sometimes printing out simple exercises or recipes that supported a heart-healthy diet. Once a week, she logged into an online workshop on technology basics, where she learned how to spot phishing emails and secure her smartphone. These sessions gave her the confidence to video chat with her grandchildren and pay bills online without constant worry about scams.
On Thursdays, Helen attended a local AARP-sponsored event at the community center, where volunteers offered guidance on managing caregiving responsibilities. Helen was helping her older brother navigate mobility issues, and the information she received about home modifications, transportation options, and legal documents eased her sense of being overwhelmed. Through those gatherings she met other caregivers, traded stories, and realized she was not alone in balancing her own retirement with family obligations. The combination of practical advice and emotional support became an anchor in her week.
Over time, AARP became woven into Helen’s sense of independence and security. She used member discounts when she traveled by train to visit her grandchildren, checked advocacy updates when Congress debated changes to Medicare, and explored new hobbies through online classes she had never expected to enjoy. What started as a simple decision to save a little money on eyeglasses turned into an ongoing relationship with an organization that touched many parts of her life, from finances and health to community and purpose, reflecting the broader way AARP has influenced generations of older Americans since its founding.
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