AARP Help

Hello everyone! I recently started using an online compass that works with my device’s GPS location, and I’d love to hear others' thoughts or suggestions on how to make the most out of it.This online compass is a tool, not an app, and it’s accessible directly through my browser, which I find really convenient. The best part is that it uses my device’s GPS to provide directions and orient me, which is especially useful when I’m exploring new places or navigating unfamiliar areas. I find it to be quite accurate when I'm outdoors, but I’ve had some issues with it inside or in places with poor GPS reception. The compass can become a bit less reliable when the signal is weak, which I find a little frustrating.One thing I’ve noticed is that it’s just a basic compass and doesn't provide much more than directional information. Sometimes, I wish it could offer more visual guidance, especially in busy areas where I might need a bit more context to figure out where I’m headed. The GPS works well,

Does signing my spouse up require her to have a separate account?

AARP, please opt me out of all physical mail subscriptions, including the magazine. Since there's no easy way to opt out online and I can't call customer service right now, I'm putting this request here.

Years ago, I pointed this out to you. I think I will finally no longer renew. Most of us know to take off our address so our trash is not otherwise identifiable. But it is inconvenient to page through looking for those type-appearance boxes that have advertisements that are addressed to me by name. Does that advertisement pay you better? I wish the advertiser understood I would never use them. Please stop it. You are putting those of us with unique first names at risk. Or you lose one membership.

There was an article in the latest ARP magazine that said you should text your flight number to yourself. Supposedly the phone would recognize that and generate a link to check flight status. I see three problems with that: - How would it know what date (many airlines use the same number every day)?- How would it know what city paid (Southwest uses the same flight number for multiple segments)?- Finally, I tried it on my T-Mobile phone and nothing happened! Has anyone tried this and did it work?

I cannot change my AARP account password.The AARP web page just hangs when I attempt to change my password.Anyone having similar issues? 

I need help with tax advise, retirement advice and financial planning.

The AARP website is having problems. When I go to "My Account" or other areas of the website, I get 400 Bad RequestRequest Header Or Cookie Too Large

I'm 69 years young and wondering if anyone uses the ATT cell phone pre-paid card system??. I've been using a pay by minute plan (10 cents per minute) for many years. It is considerably cheaper as I only use it at most 8-12 times a month. In the past your balance would roll-over until you run out of money, at which time you would add more. I received an email from ATT saying I had to add funds, knowing that I had $130.00+ in the account I contacted them and was informed that If I didn't add funds that I would lose the account balance.This has not been their policy in the past. I added some funds until I could rectify this. My course of action is:1. Contact AARP to see if they have an advocacy dept.2. Send the FCC a letter and file a Compliant with them3. Try and find the right person at ATT that would give me a reasonable explanation as to why, and then explain why they would not:  a. Return my unpaid balance  b. Owe me interest on all I've sent them thru the years that was us

Hello,I have been a proud AARP member since 2002 and am currently participating in the Innovation Commercialization Assistance Program (ICAP) at George Mason University (GMU) in VA. As part of this study, I am looking to interview 10–20 individuals for a brief 10–15-minute conversation about their media viewing habits and mobile app usage.This is strictly a research survey with NO sales component. I am also conducting this survey with GMU students, my LinkedIn contacts, and other organizations I collaborate with. My goal is to gather valuable insights from other AARP members, as your participation is essential in strengthening the research. A larger sample size not only enhances the validity of the study but also ensures that diverse perspectives are represented.If you are interested in supporting me in my academic research project, please send me a message with your availability for a 10–15-minute call, and I would be happy to set it up. Again, your support would be greatly appreciate

Here we go again! 11/20/2024 and still get "Unable to process your redemption request"...and may I ask...what did your IT guys fix and make better????

 I booked a hotel through AARP Travel Center powered by Expedia for a six-night stay from February 8 to February 14, 2024, but due to horrible conditions, I checked out the morning after arrival. I submitted a complaint on February 9, 2024, and followed up again this past Friday, yet I have not received any response within the promised timeframe. The hotel was completely uninhabitable. I requested a non-smoking room, but the room reeked of cigarette smoke, had two ashtrays, cigarette burns on the bed, and was filthy. The phone didn’t work, there was no hot water, the refrigerator and microwave were dirty with food residue, and the door lock was damaged, making me feel unsafe. I was unable to sleep because of the conditions, and I checked out at 6:00 AM on February 9. Despite only staying one night under these conditions, I was charged $251.24 for all six nights, and the hotel has ignored refund requests. Since I booked through AARP Travel Center, I expect AARP and Expedi

It appears there are several SPAM topics being posted (by a few 'members?' within the Community Forum - Games Talk. How soon will these posts (and the associated 'members') be removed and blocked?  

My parents are now in their 80s. We want to restrict their access to their IRA and Trust accounts to prevent them from being scammed of their savings. Schwab told us there is no legal way to limit their access (online, phone, or mail) because they are the legal owners of the account unless they are declared incompetent. They have a local bank savings account where we keep a few thousand for daily expenses. 1. I would like AARP to push for legislation to allow family members to help their older parents protect them from financial scams. 2. what are you doing to help your older parents from financial scams?

For years previous to joining AARP and getting a discount with Budget, I used them for car rentals in Az, Co, and NM. I never had any issues and the price was right. But in the last 5 years there are nothing but problems they never take responsibility for. The worst was when they'd started running renters' drivers licenses through a scanner and if it didn't pass, the rental wouldn't be offered. Mine didn't pass, but in asking what could be wrong they had no answer. I hadn't gotten a ticket/ infraction in years nor have I ever been arrested. It wasn't about credit. I tried calling customer service etc., but no one could tell me what specifically was wrong. I got robotic answers. Thankfully I was able to get a car from Enterprise the same day with no problems. Currently I'm curious about Budget's prices on a rental this summer so I tried their page and it's not accepting my AARP membership number for the discount. Why doesn't AARP look into how the company is stressing people out with th

The tax calculator shows 2021. When will the 2022 tax calculator be available?

In the past, these confirmation prize emails were received within seconds of winning...Now, with all these other tech problems being reported,  I'm glad I snapped a pic of the screen.   Yep, I won an instant win today and no confirmation email has been received and its been hours    

Recently rented a car at the roanoke airport.   There was some mud on the driver's side floor mat when the car was returned.  Nothing else of note in the car or on the outside of the car regarding cleanliness or condition.  Just received a notice that they are charging $250 to my credit card for 'excessive cleaning' fees.   Of course we are helpless to try to fight this.  Did not think to take photos of the inside / outside of the car upon return.  This is a scam and this company should have a class action lawsuit filed against this.   They are apparently using this scam as a profit center.  Shame on you and again,,  DON'T USE THIS COMPANY (or Avis)  there are plenty of other companies to use out there that are not dishonest.  

From email links to the AARP app(s!!!), things just aren't going well. Glitches/re-directs galore, etc. If I simply try using the site through my browser (not apps, that is), I'd miss out on some point-earning opportunities though, yeah? Would much appreciate any suggestions! (Iphone 16 here by the way) Peace,I

I have experienced daily glitches, for over a year, when using the AARP site on my iPad.  I have not had ANY of these issues with any other app/site I use.  I have experienced being “kicked out” of the site, when attempting to read articles, or attempting to earn points in the Rewards section.  I have cleared my cookies, & that did not fix the problem.  I have called for tech help, on numerous occasions, over the past year, to no avail.  The staff always tells me they will create a ticket, but the same, “sloppy” page, unstable games kicking me out, or shutting down has continued.  The stress it causes me is ridiculous!  I just want to have a “normal”, enjoyable experience using AARP online offerings.  I am not tech savvy, but the glitches on AARP are not occurring on all other apps I use…. If someone could help me with this aggravating issue, I would appreciate it.  

Well, it appears that AARP has discontinued the Carnival gift card.  First the discount dropped and now it appears they are gone.  What I would like to know is this a decision of AARP or Carnival?  Since there appears to be conflicting stories on who determines the gift card discounts, we the member do not know who to believe.

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I have several questions regarding renting a car through AARP/Budget.  I called, but I had difficulty understanding the agent that answered.  

So, I received a Happy Birthday spin. I did the spin, won some more points and then scrolled down. There was a gift card option, but it is clear across the darn state! Why can you make sure when doing something like this, that it is near where a person lives. Out of the other options that were given, they really didn't pertain to anything I was interested in. I meal out would have been wonderful Thank you

To whom it May concern,,  The last addition of the magazine and bulletin that I have received electronically was in late November. Why?  Also I'm concerned that I'm not able to communicate via email an issue like this. I don't have time to chat during business hours or making calls. Keith Ross