How to Join AARP: Facts and Information

AARP is a non-profit group started in 1958 by Dr. Ethel Andrus. The AARP has over 40 million members in all 50 of the United States and its surrounding countries. AARP was formed from the National Retired Teachers Association in order to provide aging Americans with health insurance. Today, AARP provides discount benefits on many services and programs, to members over fifty years old. AARP members are well represented in Washington D.C. on matters like Social Security, Medicare, and issues pertaining to the elderly and retired population. AARP provides information on health care insurance, vision and dental insurance, and Medicare supplements and prescription services.

A bi-monthly magazine is called AARP The Magazine. The magazine is also featured in Spanish as AARP Segunda Juventud. The magazine's website is www.aarpmagazine.org
The magazine website is updated daily and features links to money, family, entertainment, health, food, and more!

The motto of the AARP is, "To serve, not be served."

Membership dues are currently at $16 dollars per year with other discounts available for multiple year memberships. By joining AARP, members receive discounts on everything from restaurants and hotels, to automobile insurance, and prescription medicine. A membership kit is mailed upon joining and features a card, and information on taking advantage of all the membership benefits. Membership includes access to health, auto, and homeowners insurance. Auto insurance is provided by The Hartford and features a discount for AARP members.

AARP members can get a free quote by calling 1-800-555-3650.

AARP Life Insurance is currently provided by New York Life Insurance Company and features coverage from $2,500 to $100,000. The phone number is 1-800-865-7927. No medical exam is necessary.
Discounts are also available on travel, telephone service, and more. Members can enroll by mail or online.

AARP's website is www.aarp.org

The website offers information on a variety of issues relating to older Americans including subjects on money, health, travel, family, and more. Easy to click, the website is current with information on government legislation and changing lifestyles. A popular part of the AARP website is its online community where members can join groups for socializing, join discussions on matters of the heart, and post photographs and journals with members of similar interests. AARP Financial prides resources and information on retirement, banking, taxes, and insurance.

AARP research contains information and articles relevant to health, family, aging, consumer topics, and technology.

Volunteering in AARP actiities is encouraged in keeping balanced with issues on nutrition, driver safety, and keeping active in the community. Create The Good is a volunteer organization sponsored by AARP in keeping members active in their neighborhoods.

Divided We Fail is an engaging website by AARP, designed to keep seniors active in being vocal and informed, on elderly issues regarding government legislation. The website invites members activity in contacting Congress and the Senate, on laws to protect the elderly and to ensure financial security. AARP is a strong force in Washington, D.C. influencing legislation affecting the lives of millions of older adults.

A newsletter titled AARP Bulletin is mailed out ten times per year to members and contains important information. AARP Bulletin is also available online at www.bulletin.aarp.org
The Bulletin website is a great website to bookmark and view daily since it contains the latest news, puzzles, information, and video downloads.

AARP Foundation is a philanthropic arm of the AARP. The Foundation provides resources and information, relevant in aiding the older population in many issues including housing, insurance and Social Security.

AARP Membership Center
P.O. BOX 93130
LONG BEACH, CA 90809