- AARP is a nonprofit organization whose membership is for people 50 years and older. Its purpose is to address the needs and interests of this age group. It provides information through a monthly magazine, a monthly bulletin and a website. It provides service with health insurance programs, car insurance, life insurance, travel discounts, credit cards and legal services. It is an advocate for health care and financial security, issues that are important to an aging population. According to its mission statement, "AARP is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as we age. We lead positive social change and deliver value to members through information, advocacy and service."
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Members receive the AARP magazine and the AARP bulletin monthly. Both publications are current on health issues, Medicare, Social Security, travel, money investment and legal issues. AARP members can also purchase supplementary health insurance, dental insurance, car insurance and life insurance. Discounts are available for air travel, car rental, cruises and lodging. AARP offers a legal networking service that includes a directory of attorneys. AARP Financial helps guide members with investments. AARP members can even get discounts on wireless service.
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Close to your fiftieth birthday, you will receive an invitation from AARP to join. If not, you can go online to Aarp.com and apply. On the homepage, there is a link for membership. Click the link and it will take you to the Membership page. Click the "Join AARP Now" link and it will direct you to the application page. You need to supply your name and address and if you want a one, two, three, or five-year membership. Then you click Billing. Membership for spouses or partners is free, so remember to include your spouse or partner's name in the provided spaces.
- Once you become a member of AARP, you will receive the monthly AARP magazine and AARP bulletin, but you will also become familiar with all the services AARP offers as well as other organizations affiliated with AARP. AARP is part of an organization called Divided We Fail. This organization works to find help for health care and financial security for its members. As a member, you can join the movement and share your story about health care issues and financial security.
