Join AARP for December Events in the Bay Area!
The AARP San Jose Office is here locally offering events, local resources, and more throughout the Bay Area. Join us for virtual and in-person events!
Strategies for Helping Loved Ones Seek Mental Health Support within AAPI families and communities. (Dec.11 @ 12 p.m.| Virtual)
Join us for an insightful conversation with Helen Garcia, mental health therapist and the producer of the Yellow Chair Collective: An Asian American Mental Health Podcast. Whether you’re worried about a friend or family member in crisis, this event aims to empower you with the tools to have meaningful conversations about mental health in a culturally sensitive way. Let’s work together to break the stigma and support one another on our journeys toward wholeness. Register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.
Dementia Friendly Homes: A Room-by-Room Guide (Dec. 12 @ 12 p.m. | Virtual)
In this program, Carrie, aka Dementia Darling, is an educator and advocate for the dementia community and for caregivers. In this session, she will guide caregivers through the steps of creating a positive and safe home environment for loved ones with dementia. She will break the process down, room by room, to make it feel manageable. Register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.
Let’s Talk Dinero: Protect Your Money from Holiday Scams (Dec. 12 @ 12 p.m. | Virtual)
Join us for a conversation with Jason Collom, a fraud-prevention specialist who recently retired from the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office, about some of the most common scams during the holiday season. Collum will walk us through how the scams work, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you need help. Register HERE. This virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required.
Online Movie Screening: ‘Thelma’ (Dec. 13 – Dec. 15 | Virtual)
Join us to watch an online movie screening of Thelma, a comedy starring June Squibb, Richard Roundtree and Fred Hechinger. When 93-year-old Thelma Post gets duped by a phone scammer pretending to be her grandson, she sets out on a treacherous quest across Los Angeles to reclaim what was taken from her. While we don’t recommend Thelma’s tactics, we do encourage you to learn how you can protect yourself and loved ones from frauds and scams. Register HERE. This virtual screening is free and open to the public. Registration is required.
Advocacy & Education Podcast: In Clear Terms with AARP California™
Stay up to date by subscribing and listening to In Clear Terms with AARP California™ - a free podcast that focuses on issues impacting Californians of all ages. The podcast features conversations with community leaders, issue experts, and AARP staff and volunteers to help you understand critical issues that impact our state. Learn more and listen HERE.
Fraud and Scam Prevention
Visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork or call the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline at 1-877-908-3360 to report a scam or get help if you’ve fallen victim. The Fraud Watch Network also offers news, tips, and online learning videos on how to spot and stop common scams.
Caregiving
AARP supports millions of family caregivers by providing free resources and tools. View and download the AARP Prepare to Care caregiving guide, offered in English, Spanish and Chinese at aarp.org/caregiving. Individuals taking care of a loved one can also call the AARP Caregiver Support Line at 877-333-5885.
Manage Debt & Savings
Did you know AARP offers an array of resources and tools to help support you manage debt and save? Learn more at aarp.org/money.
Thrive in the Job Market
Navigating today’s ever-changing job market can be tough, but AARP is here to help you through it. Whether you are starting a job search or looking to advance your career, AARP has custom tools and services that can help you, available at aarp.org/work.
