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As a Veteran, you may be eligible for certain tax benefits under the tax code. It's important to file your taxes before this year’s April 18 deadline and be aware of the benefits that apply to you.

Watch a recap of the job search and employment town hall hosted by AARP and Blue Star Families and check out all the free resources they offer Veterans.

AARP provides valuable resources to help Veterans make informed decisions in their pursuit of health care, employment, financial assistance and other needs that will empower them to live a fulfilling life.

In response to the growing number of online fraud reports [...]

Family members of Veterans are currently facing two challenges – supporting the Veteran they love with all they are thinking and feeling and coping with their own thoughts and feelings. VA has resources and information for both of these challenges.

AARP has free resources to help military caregivers with stress, including a Facebook group for support and strategies developed with the Elizabeth Dole Foundation.

The Elizabeth Dole Foundation’s Respite Relief Program provides FREE caregiving support to you, the Veteran, while giving your family caregiver a time for respite so they can run an errand, go for a walk, or simply relax. This free program is available to caregivers of pre and post 9/11 active-duty service members and Veterans. 

Not only does AARP provide practical news and information to help Veterans and military families stay healthy, avoid scams and find employment at AARP.org/Veterans, AARP also works to share unique stories of service. This month we are are highlighting several stories about Veterans and their service experiences.

AARP has developed comprehensive guides to 10 key sites of memorials, military museums and other historic locations found across the United States.

AARP and Blue Star Families are providing guidance to Veteran caregivers to improve Veteran care during COVID-19 and beyond. Take part in the Military Caregivers: Celebrating America’s Hidden Heroes virtual town hall on Tuesday, May 18 at 3 p.m. ET.

AARP's free Financial Workbook for Veteran and Military Caregivers can help you get organized and take control of your future. It is designed to help manage the complex responsibilities of caregiving.

AARP Tax-Aide assistance is geared toward people 50 and older or those who have low to moderate incomes, but Tax-Aide is free and open to anyone.