AARP Discounts - what are they and how I can get them?
AARP stands for "American Association of Retired Persons" and is a nonprofit membership organization which helps millions of Americans age 50 and over improve their lives.
To get AARP discounts all you have to do is pay a small fee to become a member.
(see below dues summary for current deals on AARP membership)
Is AARP Membership Worth It?
An AARP membership card can save you a lot of money with senior discounts on restaurants, hotels, cruises, rental cars, insurance, investments, shopping and more. With the low cost of membership and plethora of senior discounts, it is very easy to recoup your yearly membership dues with the money saved on even one or a few purchases. So yes, for most seniors AARP membership is a definite no-brainer.
AARP has been around since 1958 and the low cost membership (see dues costs below) is a smart investment because of all the discounts, benefits, and support they offer. There is power in numbers and with AARP's large base of older Americans, they are able to negotiate what are often the best discounts you will find anywhere, even compared to those juicy deals listed on my extensive Senior Citizen Discounts list.
Another perk is the AARP Magazine for members which has the world's largest circulation and is a great source of information for older Americans. They also publish the AARP Bulletin and AARP Viva (focused on Hispanic people age 50 or older), both are excellent sources of news and wisdom for older Americans and retirees.
When I asked my frugal senior citizen mother, "Is your AARP membership worth having?" She quickly replied (as if shocked by my question), "HECK YES! The Outback Steakhouse Discount of 10% for AARP members...alone makes it worth it! We save hundreds of dollars a year JUST with restaurant discounts for AARP members. We save $thousands if you include the insurance discounts, travel discounts, etc."
So of course AARP restaurant discounts for senior citizens is just the tip of the discounts iceberg, as you can see below...
In the U.S. AARP Membership costs are as follows (as of June 26, 2018):
In Mexico or Canada AARP Membership costs:
In other countries AARP Membership costs:
As you can see from the low cost of membership, if you are age 50 or older, joining AARP is a no-brainer because just one flash of your membership card at a restaurant, hotel, pharmacy, ticketing counter, or retail store and you very well could more than recoup your annual membership dues with only one purchase. Younger spouses qualify for benefits too, even if only one spouse is age 50 or older.
Below is a list of many of the companies that offer AARP discounts, as well as other great AARP money saving programs and benefits for senior citizens. Just keep in mind that in this economy special deals and discounts are constantly in a state of flux. If you find a great deal at the right time, take advantage of it. Discounts are often here today and gone tomorow, especially if the economy starts picking up steam.
While the AARP discounts tend to be negotiated for longer term periods of time, changes still occur. So for the latest updated AARP products and services deals, I recommend you visit products.aarp.org/benefits or call 1-888-OUR-AARP to verify any discounts or offerings they list in their directory so you are not taken by surprise by any changes that may have occurred.
AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need. It is supported by thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. The AARP Foundation offers a wealth of money saving programs for older people and retirees.
What a great investment. Spend a few bucks one time for a drivers safety course and you might get a certificate the will get you a substantial discount on your auto insurance. You will probably become a safer driver too which can also help to keep your premiums from rising as a result of future tickets or accidents.
It pays to become a more defensive and aware driver with the AARP drivers ed course. Just be sure to call your insurance agent ahead of time to make sure the certificate will indeed lower your premium. Get your agent's word in writing if you want somewhat of a guarantee they will not go back on their word, though if the discount exists is likely they will give it to you if you meet their requiremnts. So check before you commit to taking the AARP course.
The AARP Driver Safety Program is supported by a grant from Toyota Corporation to the AARP Foundation. You can find out more about the program here: http://www.aarp.org/driversafety
Did you know that for only $10 (less than what an AARP membership costs) you can get your "Senior Pass" from the federal government and reap huge lifetime senior citizens discounts.
Here is my page on How to get a Senior Pass Discount Card.
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