AARP North Carolina

08/19/2026

Watch out for credit card skimmers. Skimmer devices are often installed on card readers that collect credit card numbers. Thieves recover and use this information to make fraudulent purchases.

Although skimmers can be hard to spot, it’s possible to identify a ...

08/17/2026

Will Social Security be there when I'm ready? What is in store for Social Security?

Bill Sweeney, the AARP Director of Government Affairs, talks about Social Security and what could happen in the future. 

08/14/2026

Today is Social Security's 91st birthday and a great time to understand what you've earned. Set up a "My Social Security" account today at >> http://spr.ly/6186B1rXNy

08/13/2026

How well do you know your Social Security?
Do you know what you've earned?
Join us for My Social Security Day: http://spr.ly/6187B1uBxc

08/12/2026

Social Security turns 91 on August 14th! AARP North Carolina has a number of virtual and live events over the next several weeks to help you learn more about the benefits you've earned. More at >> http://spr.ly/6188B1OuPK

Find events at http://spr.ly/6188B1OuPK and get the latest news, expert claiming advice, and answers to the most frequently asked questions about Social Security benefits at >> http://spr.ly/6180B1OuPM

08/12/2026

Congratulations to the Town of Mayodan for working to make your town a great place for all ages. Learn more >> https://www.aarp.org/states/north-carolina/aarp-commits-237000-to-strengthen-21-communities-across-north-carolina/

Project partners and community members gather in front of the pedestrian tunnel near the Madison Mayodan Recreation Center to thank AARP for a $10,000 Community Challenge grant.

Front row, from left: Denise Hicks, Senior Center Coordinator, Madison Mayodan Recreation Center; Janis Herring, Madison Mayodan Senior Center member; Amy Swisher, Grants and Marketing Coordinator, Madison Mayodan Recreation Center; and Melody Shuler, Town Manager, Town of Mayodan.

Back row, from left: Wanda Shelton, Madison Mayodan Senior Center member; Lee Mitchell, Director, Madison Mayodan Recreation Center; Lindsay Pegg, Tourism Manager, Rockingham County Economic Development and Tourism; and Jennifer Edwards, Executive Director, Rockingham County Arts Council.

08/11/2026

How well do you know your Social Security?
Do you know what you've earned?
Join us for My Social Security Day: http://spr.ly/6182B1MZw8

08/11/2026

We’re excited to share that we are one of 750 grantees selected to receive a 2026 AARP Community Challenge grant from AARP Livable Communities and AARP North Carolina!

We’re incredibly proud to receive this investment to help make the Triangle more livable for people of all ages.

08/05/2026

Did you know many veterans rely on their dogs for companionship and support? 🐶

That’s why AARP and Dogs Inc. launched "Paws with Purpose"—a free dog training video series designed to build confidence, connection, and everyday success.

✨ Episode 2 is now live 📆 New videos released monthly through December

👉 Don’t miss it: REGISTER to view the Series >> http://spr.ly/6180B16L0o

07/31/2026

Finding relevance in retirement: author, storyteller and retirement coach David Hunt talks about how storytelling can help you stay relevant and find purpose. Learn more on "AARP Without Limits."

David V. Hunt is an author, storyteller, and retirement relevance c...