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Jun 06, 2013, 09:14 ET

AARP Analysis: NYC's 50+ Vote Will Determine Next Mayor

As the race for the Mayor of New York City continues to heat up, the 453,000 AARP members in NYC are reminding the candidates they should pay close attention to the issues of the group that will determine the winner, voters age 50+. AARP is driving that point home today with...

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Jun 05, 2013, 11:00 ET

Investor and Adviser Groups Voice Opposition to Weakened Fiduciary Standard

WASHINGTON, June 5, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In a letter to Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Mary Jo White, a broad-based coalition of organizations today urged the agency to establish a uniform fiduciary standard for broker-dealers and investment advisers that is at...

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Jun 05, 2013, 01:01 ET

Governor Dayton signs bill to prevent more than 47,700 kids from smoking

Members of the Raise it for Health coalition, a group of Minnesota's leading health and nonprofit organizations, joined Governor Mark Dayton today at a ceremonial signing of the bill that increases Minnesota's cigarette tax. Minnesota Commissioner of Health Ed Ehlinger, House Majority Leader Erin...

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Jun 04, 2013, 13:45 ET

Daytime Divas Kathie Lee Gifford And Hoda Kotb Take A Dip In The Pool And Pose For The Cover Of AARP The Magazine

WASHINGTON, June 4, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Each morning, Kathie Lee Gifford and Hoda Kotb invite viewers nationwide into their lives, and together they bring the fun and sass back to daytime television. In the June/July issue of AARP The Magazine, the dynamic duo dish about their...

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Jun 04, 2013, 13:04 ET

AARP The Magazine Launches The Faces Of 50+ Real People Model Search

WASHINGTON, June 4, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- AARP The Magazine, the definitive voice for 50+ Americans and the world's largest-circulation magazine with 34 million readers, today announced the launch of its Faces of 50+ Real People Model Search. Men and women age 50 and older are...

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Jun 04, 2013, 12:52 ET

NCB Capital Impact Receives $1 million Program-Related Investment from AARP Foundation

NCB Capital Impact announced that it has received a $1 million program-related investment from AARP Foundation to finance the building of new Green House® homes. A Green House® home is an independent, self-contained, long-term care facility created from the ground up to...

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Jun 04, 2013, 09:00 ET

AARP Appoints ASME Award-winning Editor As New Editor-in-Chief

AARP today announced that it has appointed Robert Love as the new Editor-in-Chief of AARP The Magazine. An ASME award-winning editor and publishing executive with a proven track record in developing and managing talent in award-winning organizations, including The Week, Reader's Digest and Rolling...

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Jun 03, 2013, 15:27 ET

AARP Foundation Surpasses $600,000 in Donations for Victims of Oklahoma Tornadoes

Shortly after announcing it established the AARP Foundation Oklahoma Tornado Relief Fund [www.aarp.org/disasterrelief] to support victims affected by the recent "monster" tornadoes in Oklahoma, donations to the AARP Foundation Oklahoma Tornado Relief Fund reached the initial dollar-for-dollar...

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May 31, 2013, 10:26 ET

State Budget Means Good News For Illinois Seniors

"AARP applauds the Illinois General Assembly for passing a budget that more adequately addresses the needs of our state's senior population and recognizes the value and cost effectiveness of home and community based senior services. The budget passed by the General Assembly finally addresses a...

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May 30, 2013, 12:41 ET

HACR Recognizes Young Hispanic Corporate Achievers™ for Seventh Consecutive Year

The Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (HACR) recognized 33 young professionals at the 2013 HACR Young Hispanic Corporate Achievers™ (YHCA) Program in Houston, TX. The awards ceremony reception, held at the Four Seasons Hotel in late April, was sponsored by The Altria...

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May 30, 2013, 10:30 ET

Fifth Third Bank to Host Official Book Launch for Chicago Broadcast Legend Merri Dee

Merri Dee has completed work on and published her first book, "Life Lessons on Faith, Forgiveness & Grace." The memoir will be officially released on June 5 at an event hosted by Fifth Third Bank at the Museum of Broadcast Communications. "It is our pleasure and honor to host this...

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May 29, 2013, 12:58 ET

Neal Lane Appointed As AARP New York State President

AARP has appointed Neal E. Lane, a former director of the New York State Office for the Aging, as its New York State President. In that position, Lane will serve as lead spokesperson for AARP New York with the media, opinion leaders, legislators and the public. He will also chair the AARP...

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May 28, 2013, 18:36 ET

AARP Applauds Passage Of Medicaid Expansion, Urges Governor To Sign

"Today, the Illinois General Assembly passed a bill that will bring much needed relief to thousands of hard-working Illinoisans who are struggling financially and cannot afford health insurance. Senate Bill 26, which passed out of the House by a vote of 63-55 and the Senate by a vote of...

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May 28, 2013, 09:00 ET

AARP Launches Life Reimagined to Offer Ways for Discovering New Possibilities and Navigating "What's Next"

Life Reimagined, launched today by AARP, is a first-of-its-kind series of online and offline experiences that guide people through life transitions by helping them discover new possibilities and connect with a community of people pursuing similar passions and goals. (Logo:...

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May 28, 2013, 08:30 ET

20th Annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day Set for Wednesday, May 29

On Wednesday, May 29, more than 100,000 older adults will participate in local health and wellness events at 1,000+ locations across the country as part of the 20th annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20130528/CG20934) The event is...

More news about: Mature Market Resource Center
May 27, 2013, 10:00 ET

AARP Illinois' Memorial Day Message: Medicaid Expansion Critical For Veterans

This Memorial Day, AARP Illinois is highlighting a recent report by the Urban Institute and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation which shows that nearly 17,600 of the 42,000 currently uninsured Illinois veterans would receive health coverage if Medicaid is expanded under the Affordable Care Act...

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May 24, 2013, 09:51 ET

AARP Seeks Nominees for 2013 New York Andrus Award for Community Service

AARP is now accepting nominations for its 2013 New York Andrus Award for Community Service, the organization's most prestigious volunteer award, which annually honors one New Yorker whose service is unique and a valuable contribution to society. "AARP New York is excited to shine a light on...

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May 23, 2013, 15:21 ET

AARP Applauds Senate Passage Of Key Health Insurance Bill, Urges House To Follow

Thousands of Illinois citizens do not have access to basic health and dental care even when employed. But today's State Senate passage of a key legislative measure means critical help is on the way through the establishment of the state's first Health Insurance Marketplace. House Bill 3227 today...

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May 22, 2013, 15:16 ET

AARP Foundation Establishes Relief Fund for Victims of Oklahoma Tornadoes

AARP Foundation today announced it has established the AARP Foundation Oklahoma Tornado Relief Fund [www.aarp.org/disasterrelief] to support victims affected by the recent "monster" tornadoes in Oklahoma. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20070209/NYF043LOGO) AARP...

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May 22, 2013, 13:50 ET

Wealth Management Panel Stresses More Holistic Approach To Financial Planning

A panel of wealth management professionals participating in a recent program in Washington D.C., sponsored by Barron's (www.barrons.com), and Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC), stressed that financial advisors and clients benefit from taking a more holistic approach to financial planning, and...

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