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Voters 50+ Share Their Candidate Preferences and Top Issues for 2024 in These Battleground Surveys

AARP surveys voters 50 or over in battleground states and congressional districts concerning their preferences for the 2024 election.

Hearing Health: Why Should You Address a Hearing Difficulty?

Hearing loss is the third leading cause of chronic illness after heart disease and diabetes in older adults. Explore this AARP Research "Data Story" to learn more.

Concerned Persons Exposed to Elder Financial Exploitation Are Victims, Too

Victims of elder financial exploitation often include those who know and care for the victimized person, such as friends, neighbors, and family members.

State of LGBTQ: The AARP Dignity Series

This AARP series looks at the LGBTQ+ community, exploring issues around aging, discrimination, housing, health care, employment, and other topics.

Disparities in Wealth Transfer: Experiences and Expectations of Adults Ages 50-Plus

Wills are an important vehicle to help ensure that wealth is transferred according to the wishes of the deceased, yet many do not have a legal will.

Despite the Challenges, Caregivers and Care Recipients Embrace Travel

Results of a new AARP national survey underscore the need to better understand and accommodate caregivers who travel with their care recipient.

AARP Vital Voices Research, 2022–2024

AARP Vital Voices Research explores the needs and interests of the 45+ population across the states.

Retirement Plan Notices: Current Experiences and Opportunities for Improvement

Retirement plan participants 50-plus want to know more about fees, which can have a long-term impact on retirement savings, and they identify opportunities to improve plan communication.

Access to Mental Health Care: For Some It Feels Like an Uphill Battle

Barriers to effective mental health care are an overwhelming obstacle for some older adults. Many try to overcome mental health issues on their own.

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