Welcome to Rhode Island, the Ocean State. Founded in 1958 by retired educator Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, AARP is the nation's largest organization of mid-life and older persons, with more than 33 million members. Membership is open to anyone age 50 or older, whether working or retired. What We Do Through volunteers, chapters, and staff we take pride in addressing the needs of an aging America.
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