If so, you're probably eligible to join the American Association of Retired People. Anyone age 50 and older can join the American Association of Retired People. You don't have to be retired to join. The organization is active in political issues which affect senior citizens. Since AARP is organized, the group has political and consumer power.
Members benefit through many programs such as free tax assistance.
AARP's mail-order or online prescription drug service and members also receive many discounts. The organization also offers discounts on flowers, internet shopping sites and internet service. Members also receive free newsletters to update them on news affecting seniors. AARP also has a free tax assistance program and members also get a discount on filing their tax returns.