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  Risk Less. Do More: Protect Yourself from Getting Very Sick with Flu, COVID-19, and RSV this Fall

  Posted on 10/30/24

  by Priya Helweg, Acting Regional Director and Executive Officer, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,…

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  How and Where to Get COVID-19 Vaccines in Washington

  Posted on 09/26/24

  Washington residents can schedule COVID-19 vaccine appointments or walk into a nearby pharmacy to get a shot. Here’s…

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  How can you prepare for Medicare initial enrollment? This is where we can help.

  Posted on 08/06/24

  Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for…

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  How can you prepare for Medicare initial enrollment? This is where we can help.

  Posted on 06/17/24

  Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for…

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  How can you prepare for Medicare initial enrollment? This is where we can help.

  Posted on 06/01/24

  Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for…

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  It’s OK not to be OK: Mental Health and Older Adults

  Posted on 05/20/24

  As we continue to navigate these challenging times, it’s essential to prioritize mental well-being. This is especially…

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  How can you prepare for Medicare initial enrollment? This is where we can help.

  Posted on 05/11/24

  Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for…

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  How can you prepare for Medicare initial enrollment? This is where we can help.

  Posted on 04/30/24

  Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for…

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  How can you prepare for Medicare initial enrollment? This is where we can help.

  Posted on 04/30/24

  Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for…

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  How can you prepare for Medicare initial enrollment? This is where we can help.

  Posted on 04/21/24

  Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for…

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  Benefits Boost: Learn How to Find Extra Aid

  Posted on 04/07/24

  AARP is working to educate members about benefits that are too often overlooked, such as property tax credits.

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  How can you prepare for Medicare initial enrollment? This is where we can help.

  Posted on 04/07/24

  Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for…

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  How can you prepare for Medicare initial enrollment? This is where we can help.

  Posted on 04/03/24

  Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for…

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  How can you prepare for Medicare initial enrollment? This is where we can help.

  Posted on 03/31/24

  Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for…

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  AARP Video Podcast: Caregivers supporting other caregivers

  Posted on 03/25/24

  Family caregivers do remarkable things every day to care for their loved ones. We help with bathing and dressing, meal…

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AARP Events for Olympia

AARP Events for Olympia

• A Girlfriend-to-Girlfriend Workshop - Safety Benefits of New Car Tech

  Tuesday, Nov 12, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. PT

  Online Event

• AARP Smart Driver™: Capital Place Retirement Residence

  Wednesday, Nov 13, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. PT

  Capital Place Retirement Residence

  Olympia, WA

• AARP Smart Driver™: Lakewood City Hall

  Wednesday, Nov 13, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. PT

  Lakewood City Hall

  Lakewood, WA

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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/30/24</p>

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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 09/26/24</p>

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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/06/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/17/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/01/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/20/24</p>

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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/11/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/24</p>

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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/24</p>

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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/21/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/07/24</p>

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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/03/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/24</p>

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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/30/24</p>

		<div>by Priya Helweg, Acting Regional Director and Executive Officer, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 09/26/24</p>

		<div>Washington residents can schedule COVID-19 vaccine appointments or walk into a nearby pharmacy to get a shot. Here’s&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/06/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/17/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/01/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/20/24</p>

		<div>As we continue to navigate these challenging times, it’s essential to prioritize mental well-being. This is especially&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/11/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/21/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/07/24</p>

		<div>AARP is working to educate members about benefits that are too often overlooked, such as property tax credits. </div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/07/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/03/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/25/24</p>

		<div>Family caregivers do remarkable things every day to care for their loved ones. We help with bathing and dressing, meal&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/30/24</p>

		<div>by Priya Helweg, Acting Regional Director and Executive Officer, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 09/26/24</p>

		<div>Washington residents can schedule COVID-19 vaccine appointments or walk into a nearby pharmacy to get a shot. Here’s&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/06/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/17/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/01/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/20/24</p>

		<div>As we continue to navigate these challenging times, it’s essential to prioritize mental well-being. This is especially&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/11/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/21/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<h3 class="title"><a href="/news/benefits-boost-learn-how-to-find-extra-aid-wa-2024-04-07.html">Benefits Boost: Learn How to Find Extra Aid</a></h3>

	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/07/24</p>

		<div>AARP is working to educate members about benefits that are too often overlooked, such as property tax credits. </div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/07/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/03/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/24</p>

		<div>Feeling unclear about Medicare? This is where AARP can help. Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area for&#8230;</div>
	
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	<h3 class="title"><a href="/news/aarp-video-podcast-caregivers-supporting-other-caregivers-wa-2024-03-25.html">AARP Video Podcast: Caregivers supporting other caregivers</a></h3>

	<p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/25/24</p>

		<div>Family caregivers do remarkable things every day to care for their loved ones. We help with bathing and dressing, meal&#8230;</div>
	
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