AARP Help (2024)

FAQs

Does AARP really help seniors? ›

Through AARP, members can access reduced rates on gym memberships, fitness trackers and even telemedicine services — all of which may be crucial for staying healthy during your senior years. And, travel discounts have been, and remain, a cornerstone of AARP benefits.

AARP members have access to a bevy of coupons and discounts that can be used at supermarkets across the country. Anyone can use store rewards cards, which let you get cheaper prices for food.

AARP's Social Security Resource Center presents our members with answers to questions on applying for retirement, spouse, survivor or disability benefits, the workings of the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), and delayed retirement credits in an easy-to-understand manner.

An AARP membership unlocks discounts on flights, hotels, restaurants, cell phone service, auto insurance, homeowners insurance and so much more.

AAA and AARP are quite evenly matched, but ultimately The Zebra recommends AAA for most drivers due to higher JD Power scores, broader eligibility requirements, and discount opportunities. Both options are solid, though, and drivers over 50 should consider both companies.

Yes! Save $20 off a Walmart+ annual plan with your AARP Membership. To receive your discount, enter your AARP Membership number when you sign up for Walmart+. To learn more, go to plus.walmart.com.

To join Prime Access, you can visit Amazon's website. AARP members get access to hundreds of benefits. Sign up today for only $12 per year.

Walmart+ Assist members enjoy every membership benefit that full price Walmart+ members enjoy, just at a discounted rate of $6.47/month or $49/year. Which membership types are eligible for Walmart+ Assist?

AARP Gas Discounts

AARP members can get additional points by using their membership at Exxon Mobil gas stations. It's not a direct discount, per se, but when you realize that every 100 points equals a dollar, you can apply it to your gas purchases — saving you money.

What does AARP do for Social Security? ›

Social Security Research and Analysis

The AARP Public Policy Institute examines demographic and economic trends that affect the solvency of the Social Security program and the adequacy of benefits.

When you use your free Rx discount card at CVS Pharmacy, a participating retail pharmacy of AARP^® Prescription Discounts provided by Optum Rx^®, you can save on all FDA-approved medications. Anyone can use this free discount program, but AARP members save even more and receive additional benefits.

The 4 percent rule

The gist: During your first year of retirement, you can withdraw up to 4 percent from your retirement stash, be it IRAs, 401(k)s or other accounts.

Most Asked Questions

How do I schedule, reschedule, or cancel an appointment? What happens if I work and get Social Security retirement benefits? How do I apply for a replacement Social Security number card online? How do I change or correct my name on my Social Security number card?

You can receive Social Security benefits based on your earnings record if you are age 62 or older, or a person with a disability or blindness and have enough work credits. Family members who qualify for benefits on your work record do not need work credits.

Membership is as little as $12 for your first year with automatic renewal and $16 per year after that; it's risk-free and can be canceled at any time. AARP also offers multi-year membership plans. Save 10% off annual rate if you sign up for three years and 21% if you enroll in a five-year membership term.

AMAC is a membership organization for people age 50 and over. The group calls itself "the conservative alternative to the AARP." It is one of several organizations to position itself as a conservative rival to the AARP; others include the American Seniors Association and 60 Plus Association.

Medicare Advantage plans offer additional benefits not covered by Original Medicare. You'll leave AARP and go to the website of a trusted third-party. The third-party's terms, conditions, and policies apply. AARP commercial member benefits are provided by third parties, not by AARP or its affiliates.