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Join AARP for February Events in the Bay Area!

Posted on 01/27/25

The AARP San Jose Office is here locally offering events, local resources, and more throughout the Bay Area. Join us for virtual and in-person events.

Daily Habits for Better Brain Health with Sarita (Friday, Feb. 7 @ 10 a.m. | Virtual)
Join Sarita Cardozo, one of AARP’s education team volunteers, for a conversation on what you can do every day to support a healthy brain lifestyle. Learn about the many resources available through AARP to help keep your brain sharp. Register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Film Screening: ‘Starring Jerry as Himself' (Feb. 6 – Feb. 8 | Virtual)
Join AARP California to view this award-winning film based on the true story of Jerry Hsu, a recently retired father who gets a call that his bank account is being used to launder money. Recruited to be an undercover agent in a sting operation, he soon discovers a darker truth. Register HERE. This virtual screening is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

How to Protect Yourself From Overseas Scams (Friday, Feb. 7 @ 12 p.m. | Virtual)
This discussion of overseas scams is based on the film Starring Jerry as Himself, the true story of a man told that his bank account is being used to launder money and that he is needed to help in a sting operation, only to discover he’s been the target of a scam. Fraud prevention specialist Jason Collom, journalist David Louie, and film producer Jonathan Hsu will talk about the film and how overseas scams work and what you can do to protect yourself. Register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Film Screening: ‘Harriet’ (Feb. 7 – Feb. 9 | Virtual)
Join AARP California to view Harriet, a powerful and inspiring film that tells the extraordinary story of Harriet Tubman. Directed by Kasi Lemmons and starring Cynthia Erivo in a stunning performance, the movie chronicles Tubman’s escape from slavery and her courageous efforts to lead hundreds of enslaved people to freedom via the Underground Railroad. Register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Tea and Coffee Tuesdays: Uncorked and Cultured (Tuesday, Feb. 11 @ 9 a.m. | Virtual)
Tea and Coffee Tuesdays with AARP celebrates Black History Month with a discussion about selecting the perfect wine with Association of African American Vintners’ CEO, Angela McCrae. Learn about the various qualities of wine and the considerations that go into selecting the best wine for any occasion! AAAV works within the wine industry to educate and share knowledge, foster community and increase diversity and awareness. Register HERE. . This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Tech Tips for Disaster Preparedness (Wednesday, Feb. 12 @ 9 a.m. | Virtual)
This session will cover the useful features of the FEMA and Red Cross apps, including setting alerts. We’ll also review built-in smartphone features that can come in handy in the event of an emergency and how to keep phones and essential devices charged during a prolonged power outage. We will also touch on how you can use social media to get emergency and other important information from local and national authorities. Register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Survey of LGBTQIA+ Older Adults Report (Tuesday, Feb. 18 @ 12 p.m. | Virtual)
In 2024, the California Department of Aging spearheaded the first statewide survey to explore the current and future health and wellbeing of California’s older adult LGBTQIA+ population 7This baseline survey, From Challenges to Resilience, aligns with the goals of California’s Master Plan for Aging, and serves as a guide to a more focused and consistent look at the needs of an often-overlooked population. Ross Lallian, Chief of Research in the Division of Policy, Research, and Equity at the California Department of Aging, will walk us through the survey and its findings. Register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

How to Manage Power of Attorney Documents (Thursday, Feb. 20 @ 9 a.m. | Virtual)
Join us for Piggy Bank Essentials, where we will discuss the importance and issues related to Power of Attorney (POA) documents with Financial Advisor, Jana Davis. She will be discussing what these documents are used for, considerations in naming someone to act on your behalf, limitations and powers of the document and how they should be reviewed, shared, updated. This program will focus on the POA documents related to financial matters only. Register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.

How to Manage Power of Attorney Documents

Advocacy & Education Podcast: In Clear Terms with AARP California™ 
Stay up to date by subscribing and listening to In Clear Terms with AARP California™ - a free podcast that focuses on issues impacting Californians of all ages. The podcast features conversations with community leaders, issue experts, and AARP staff and volunteers to help you understand critical issues that impact our state. Learn more and listen HERE.

Fraud and Scam Prevention 
Visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork or call the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline at 1-877-908-3360 to report a scam or get help if you’ve fallen victim. The Fraud Watch Network also offers news, tips, and online learning videos on how to spot and stop common scams.

Caregiving 
AARP supports millions of family caregivers by providing free resources and tools. View and download the AARP Prepare to Care caregiving guide, offered in English, Spanish and Chinese at aarp.org/caregiving. Individuals taking care of a loved one can also call the AARP Caregiver Support Line at 877-333-5885.

Manage Debt & Savings
Did you know AARP offers an array of resources and tools to help support you manage debt and save? Learn more at aarp.org/money.

Thrive in the Job Market
Navigating today’s ever-changing job market can be tough, but AARP is here to help you through it. Whether you are starting a job search or looking to advance your career, AARP has custom tools and services that can help you, available at aarp.org/work.


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