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Be Part of the Solution Today, more than 10 million people over 50 are living in poverty in the U.S. All told, more than 37 million are either already in poverty or just one life event away from slipping into it. You can help. AARP Foundation Finances 50+SM is sponsored by and developed in collaboration with Charles Schwab Foundation.
Finances 50+ SM is a 3-part program designed to help you make and keep smart money habits. The program covers: budgeting and goal setting taking charge of credit and debt developing a savings plan and protecting your assets. Download guides and worksheets, plus find helpful links for a range of money management topics. Downloadable Worksheets
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Participant Guide - (large PDF) (Available in Chinese) General Money Management
Information on a wide range of financial topics from a number of federal entities An excellent wide-ranging resource about life events and financial decisions Find guidance on financial fitness and making the most of your money. Includes a financial fitness quiz More Helpful Links
: See if you qualify for public assistance and if you can save money on health care, medication, food, utilities, and more.
These groups help people to help themselves in achieving self-sufficiency.
A wealth of information to help consumers with credit, debt, and asset protection. : Government agency charged with consumer protection. See the Consumer Protection tab. Visit donotcall.gov and add yourself to the national “Do Not Call’ registry. Visit dmachoice.org and ask to be removed from direct mailings.
The nation's largest financial counseling organization, the NFCC has a network of more than 700 community-based offices located in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. . Find out with this calculator at SchwabMoneywise.com. Try this calculator from SchwabMoneywise.com. Read a basic guide to navigating the credit card process. : Get information on credit reports and scoring. Get answers to frequently asked questions on your rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Visit myfico.com to learn more about FICO scores. Visit annualcreditreport.com. This is the only federally authorized site to get free credit reports from each of the three major reporting agencies. Opt in or out of offers for credit or insurance.
This program helps low income 50-plus women through educational opportunities. Get job search help, assessment tools, and additional resources for older workers and job seekers. Find workforce services in your neighborhood or across the country. Connect with a community service and work-based training program for people 55+.
Find a credit union you can join. Learn how to choose and use a prepaid debit card wisely.
Visit mymedicare.gov, the official Medicare site with information about the parts of Medicare, what’s new, and how to find Medicare plans, facilities or providers. This guide will help you find resources tailored to your needs, including Medicare, health insurance coverage for you or your family, or public programs that may work for you.
This Federal Trade Commission site helps consumers fight back against identity theft.
: Find a local agency that offers advocacy and resources to keep people independent. Information about improving the health and economic security of older adults. Information about protecting yourself and your money. Information and tools from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to help older Americans safely navigate through financial challenges.
Guidance on how to manage retirement income. These tools can help you plan your financial future so you can retire when – and how – you want.
Visit ssa.gov, the official federal government site, which includes information and online applications. This tool can help estimate your Social Security benefits and show you when is the best time to claim Social Security.
Read federal tax FAQs, ask tax questions and — during tax season — find a local site where you can get free tax preparation help. The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs offer free tax help for taxpayers who qualify. Featured Programs & Services
55 or older, unemployed and looking for work? The Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) can help you get on-the-job training.
AARP Foundation's Work for Yourself @50+ provides free tools and resources to help you become self-employed and improve your financial situation.
We are partnering with workforce services providers to strengthen the bridge between 50+ job candidates and respected employers.
Experience Corps is a literacy program that utilizes highly trained volunteers age 50 and over to help struggling students become great readers. Connect With Foundation
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