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November is National Family Caregivers Month. 💜 Join AARP for two WNC caregiver events:
💎 Nov. 11, 12:30–2 | Asheville
Caring Hearts: Hidden Treasures
🧭 Nov. 12, 9–noon | Brevard
The Caregiver’s Compass
Resources, information & support: aarp.org/local
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Join AARP NC for a free screening of One Vote, on October 19 at 1 PM at the White Horse Hub in Black Mountain. The film will be followed by a discussion on voting and issues impacting North Carolinians 50+.
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Thank you to the candidates who joined us at Shiloh Community Center to discuss affordable housing, aging in place, and helping longtime residents remain rooted in their community.
Read candidate responses: docs.google.com/document/d/1…
#Asheville #AgingInPlace #AffordableHousing
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Thinking about an ADU (in‑law suite/backyard cottage) for aging in place or multigenerational living? Join Quarters for Care May 12, 12–1 PM (virtual) for zoning/design/cost insights + community impact with Asheville planning & City Council. events.aarp.org/QuartersForC…
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Older voters urge action on Social Security. Read what the two major political party leaders think in the AARP Bulletin. spr.ly/6012BB5cZu @AARPAdvocates @MikeOlender @ChrisBrandenbu7 @daandrews90 @abreezeclayton @simmonsncgop @UndertheDome @NCInsiderUpdate @NCCapitol
Menopause Matters, Caregiving Compass: Lunch + Learn, Monday, March 23, 11:30am-1pm, events.aarp.org/MenopauseMat…
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If someone demands payment in bitcoin, its a scam! North Carolina victims lose $3.4M to Bitcoin machine scams. spr.ly/6014B6uzs8 @NCAGO @aarpnctriad @TanyaRivero @ncsecu @MikeOlender @WNCN #fraudwatch
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#Cyrpto ATMs have led to major losses when it comes to fraud. Should they be banned in NC? Take a look at what one state did.
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Don't panic if you get a call from the #IRS saying you owe back taxes. It's a SCAM! spr.ly/6016B6pj8y @NCTreasurer @NCAGO @MikeOlender @NcAging @TanyaRiveraOn2 @AARPNCTriad @AARPCLT @AARPmountainnc @keelyarthur50YS @irs @BBBCarolinas #fraudwatch
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Learn about the major political parties in NC. Listen to a two-part AARP Without Limits: wptf.com/aarp-without-limits, or wherever you get your podcasts. @NCGOP @simmonsncgop @NCDemParty @abreezeclayton @MikeOlender @ChrisBrandenbu7 @AARPadvocates @NCInsiderUpdate @NCCapitol @NCFEF
Discover how the arts can transform caregiving and aging! 🎨🎶 Join us Nov 12, 12–1 PM to explore creative tools for connection, stress relief & well-being. Free virtual event: events.aarp.org/XOQX8e #Caregiving #HealthyAging #ArtsInCare
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Learn how to protect yourself from Artificial Intelligence fraud. FREE virtual program today at noon ET >> spr.ly/60197PMg3 @aarpnctriad @CalarcoRosalie @AARPmountainnc @AARPNCTriangle @keelyarthur50YS @DWilsonABC11 @StuartCLT @TanyaRiveraOn2 @amesalex @AARPWA #fraudwatch
🚀 From Idea to Income: Your Small Business Journey After 50, Friday, Nov. 14 | 9 AM – 1 PM
Register: bit.ly/47Lps4p
Thinking about launching a business as your second act? Meet inspiring people and resource partners ready to support your journey. #EncoreEntrepreneur
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Artificial intelligence is being used to steal your hard-earned money. Learn how to spot & prevent AI fraud this Friday, 11-7, on "Fraud-Free Friday," Join us at noon ET to ask your questions. @AARPCLT @AARPmountainnc @CalarcoRosalie @AARPNCTriangle @aarpnctriad @AARPWA
Join us to learn about Hurricane Helene recovery efforts from your local leaders. Discover relief bills, understand local action plans, and find out how you can help rebuild our community. Fri., May 23, 1 - 3 p.m., Pack Memorial spr.ly/6183NZH7b
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🔈 This year, Social Security turns 90! AARP North Carolina is honoring this milestone—and doubling down on our fight to protect Social Security.
Add your name and pledge to be part of the fight: spr.ly/6019NZJuU
#WeEarnedIt
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Due to the lingering effects of Hurricane Helene, the IRS further postponed until Sept. 25, a wide range of tax deadlines for taxpayers throughout North Carolina. More at >>spr.ly/60162nj8K @AARPmountainnc @CalarcoRosalie @irs @citizentimes @BlueRidgeNow @WLOS_13
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Brevard working to be great for all ages. Council endorses age-friendly task force plan | News | transylvaniatimes.com @AARPmountainnc @TTimesNews @AARPLivable transylvaniatimes.com/news/c…