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Posted on 06/01/25

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Welcome to AARP Local - We're Glad You're Here!

Posted on 06/01/25

AARP Local isn’t just a website – it’s your community hub, where your voice matters, your priorities come to life, and your neighbors come together. …
New Fraud Training for Georgia's Police Officers

Posted on 04/30/25

New Georgia police officers are now required to take a course to identify fraud, abuse and neglect of older adults and people with disabilities.…
AARP Local Resources and Events to Fight Fraud

Posted on 04/22/25

Worried About Fraud and Scams? AARP Local Resources and Events Can Help…
Learn to Spot Fraud Amid Sea of Scams

Posted on 12/31/24

Georgia consumers reported $158 million in fraud losses in 2022, according to FTC data.…
Retired Georgia Duo Use Law Enforcement Savvy to Fight Fraud

Posted on 12/31/24

Joe Gavalis and Dan Flynn each spent their careers in law enforcement going after hard-core criminals, including some in organized crime. Now retirees, the two Georgians are using their combined…
How to protect yourself from Medicare fraud with Expert Sharmori Lewis

Posted on 06/20/24

Lewis advises listeners to regularly review their Medicare Summary Notices (MSNs) or Explanation of Benefits (EOBs) to ensure all charges are accurate and to contact their primary care provider if…
New Scam Tactic: Beware of Fraud Robocalls Using AI

Posted on 06/11/24

ATLANTA, Georgia— Fraud and robocalls are more than just a nuisance—they're a significant threat to consumers' finances and well-being. In the latest episode of AARP Georgia’s “Nothing But a Number,”…
'Am I Being Scammed?' Key Indicators of Popular Fraud Schemes in Georgia

Posted on 05/22/24

In this podcast episode, we peel back the layers of some of the most prevalent scams targeting older Georgians.…
Safeguarding Your Finances: 5 Essential Tips to Combat Fraud

Posted on 05/10/24

As part of AARP Georgia's commitment to empowering and safeguarding our community, we've compiled five essential tips to help you protect yourself against fraud.…