The , now known simply as AARP , is a massive non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to empowering people aged 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. Founded in 1958 by retired educator Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, it has grown into one of the most influential lobbying groups in the United States, with a membership of over 38 million people. Core Mission and History
: Dr. Andrus established the organization primarily to address the lack of affordable health insurance for retired teachers, eventually expanding it to all retirees in 1958. association for the advancement of retired persons
: AARP works to combat age discrimination in the workplace and supports older job seekers through research and career tools. Membership and Benefits About AARP The , now known simply as AARP ,
: AARP was instrumental in the creation of Medicare and the passage of the Older Americans Act in 1965. Advocacy and Lobbying Core Mission and History : Dr
: The organization lobbies for lower prescription drug costs and has successfully advocated for Medicare to negotiate drug prices.