CHARLOTTE AMALIE — The Department of Human Services (DHS) is asking anyone 60 years old or older and people with disabilities who live alone, to
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AARP’s Guide To The Virgin Islands National Park
No passport needed for Americans visiting this gorgeous tourist haven on St. John CRUZ BAY — With idyllic, undeveloped white-sand beaches and sea turtles, eagle
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What Are Representative Payees For Social Security Recipients? Expert Columnist
Thousands of people get monthly Social Security benefits in Puerto Rico and United States Virgin Islands. Some need help managing their money. When we receive information that indicates
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How To Get Your Social Security Benefit Statement
Tax season is approaching, and replacing your Benefit Statement for last year has never been easier. The Benefit Statement, also known as the SSA-1099 or
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AARP Partners With V.I. Government To Provide Fitness Park On St. Croix
CHRISTIANSTED — AARP in the Virgin Islands has partnered with the Department of Sports, Parks and Recreation to help residents stay fit. The local organization
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Vaccination Gives Us A Path Back To Normalcy, But The Virgin Islands Needs A Plan Based On Evidence: AARP
Dear Editor: After COVID claimed more than 300,000 lives, Americans received word in December that two vaccines had been granted emergency authorization in the United
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VIPD’s Economic Crime Unit Issues Holiday Season Fraud Alert
FREDERIKSTED — Police Commissioner Trevor A. Velinor wishes to advise the public that the Christmas Season is fast approaching and there are those among us
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Bill To Make Territorial Streets More Navigable Passes Out of Senate Transportation Committee
CHARLOTTE AMALIE — AARP in The Virgin Islands has led the efforts for the passage of Complete Streets Legislation. On Friday, October 2, 2020, during
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Legislative Bill to Amend Commission on Aging Act Approved In Senate: AARP
CHRISTIANSTED — AARP in The Virgin Islands said it has been “advocating for revision and re-establishment of the Commission on Aging.” AARP in The Virgin Islands
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AARP Joins Forces With Wish of a Lifetime To Help Make Lifelong Dreams Come True
WASHINGTON — AARP is joining forces with the Colorado-based charity Wish of a Lifetime to help older adults fulfill their lifelong dreams. Since its founding
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