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The Grandmother of Juneteenth Launched a Movement: How activist Opal Lee helped turn a cherished tradition into our newest national holiday.
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UPDATE: Baltimore City has a Code Red Extreme Heat Alert on June 11-12, 2026. A heat advisory has also been issued for Cecil, Prince George's, Anne Arundel, Charles, St. Mary's, Calvert, and Harford counties on June 11, 2026.
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Dangerous heat and humidity is expected today and tomorrow for much of Maryland with heat indexes near 100°. Check on older relatives and neighbors to ensure they have working AC. If not, help them get to a local cooling center. Access cooling centers: bit.ly/MarylandCoolingCenter….
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Millions of Americans count on Social Security. Congress must take action to strengthen and protect the program for current and future generations. Speak out today: spr.ly/6182B8F4rE
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Following today’s Social Security Trustees Report, AARP is urging Congress to protect and strengthen Social Security. More than 71 million Americans rely on earned benefits they’ve paid into throughout their working lives. Cutting benefits is not an option.
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Want to lower your BGE bill? AARP Maryland's Sara Westrick and utility advocate Laurel Peltier share practical tips from the "6-Step Guide to Lower Your BGE Bill" and explain what the new Utility RELIEF Act means for consumers. spr.ly/6011B8IggZ
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“A caregiver who loses one-quarter of their income isn't experiencing a budget adjustment—they're experiencing a financial crisis,” said Janczak, who is also a paramedic. bit.ly/4uljjVO
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AARP Maryland is proud to sponsor the Kensington Juneteenth Celebration on June 13 at St. Paul Park in Kensington! Join us from 12–4 p.m. for an afternoon of community, culture, and family-friendly fun.
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Our Speakers Bureau volunteers are here at HQ sharpening their presentation skills and sharing best practices 😎
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Check out the Montgomery County Men’s Soccer team rocking AARP gear. We’re proud to support active living and community connection at every age.
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What a great morning in Columbia! Thanks to everyone who joined us for Walk With A Doc on Saturday. ✅ Don’t miss out next time! Sign up now for our June walk and keep moving: spr.ly/6019BBSqrD
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Thank you, @RepKweisiMfume and @RepMariaSalazar for sponsoring the RING Act, which will help credit card customers to resolve billing errors and report fraudulent activity more easily over a roll-free line. We commend your bipartisan approach to this growing consumer issue!
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Our volunteers are our strength... And, frankly, they inspire me.
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We must stop criminals from stealing Americans’ hard-earned money through fraud and scams. spr.ly/6013BBOWi7
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David Conway, President of @AARPMD: "MD's PDAB has taken concrete steps to reduce the cost of prescription drugs purchased by state and local government entities. I am proud to be featured in a radio ad airing right now which highlights this progress." healthcareforall.com/aarprxa…
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What a great time at the @Rockville411 Senior Center - for the inaugural Rockville Villages Go Green event. With @AARPMD , the Village Support Network, Rockville staff & other volunteers it was a fantastic and sunny event.
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Today, Acting Secretary Stacy Rodgers joined leaders from across Maryland to launch Protect Week. It’s all about education, awareness, and most importantly, protecting vulnerable adults from financial exploitation.
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Thanks @nbcwashington for highlighting the efforts of Judith Boivin and Jane Dean to educate the public about financial fraud after scammers stole their life savings. They testified for my bill, the Vulnerable Adult Banking Protection Act, which passed. nbcwashington.com/news/local…
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During Protect Week, we are proud to stand with @AARPMD and partners from across the state to combat the rise in elder financial abuse. We’re strengthening protections, stopping fraud, and ensuring older Marylanders can age with dignity and financial security.
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Happening now, we’re partnering with state and federal officials to raise awareness of elder financial abuse. Follow the livestream at facebook.com/aarpmaryland and sign up for a free shred or pickleball clinic at aarp.org/mdprotectweek
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