how do i contact aarp to volunteer my services as a lawyer?

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How do I contact AARP by phone?

Call Us Toll-Free Nationwide: 1-888-OUR-AARP (1-888-687-2277) Toll-Free Spanish: 1-877-342-2277

What is the AARP volunteer portal?

The AARP Volunteer Portal is an online platform that supports the work of committed volunteers across AARP’s volunteer programs. This interactive hub allows volunteers to engage fully with AARP staff and other volunteers from the comfort of their home, or the convenience of their office, by providing a one-stop shop for getting everything done.

What does the AARP Foundation do for legal advocacy?

AARP Foundation conducts legal advocacy through its litigating arm, AARP Foundation Litigation, which advocates for systemic change in federal and state courts nationwide to advance the legal rights and interests of people 50 and older, particularly vulnerable individuals and those living with low income.

Where can I find AARP local assistance?

Search AARP Foundation's Local Assistance Directory to find food, housing, health and employment programs in your area. Tax-Aide service is currently at full capacity and is not able to accept appointments for this tax season. See if you qualify for one of the free file options where you can prepare taxes on your own. How Connected Are You?

What is AARP Volunteer Portal?

The AARP Volunteer Portal is an online platform that supports the work of committed volunteers across AARP’s volunteer programs. This interactive hub allows volunteers to engage fully with AARP staff and other volunteers from the comfort of their home, or the convenience of their office, by providing a one-stop shop for getting everything done. Whether you’re submitting requests for reimbursements, reviewing volunteer resources and materials, or engaging in real-time chats with volunteer colleagues from across the nation, you can do it all from this secure digital platform. Please note: You must first register and then log in to access all of the features of the Volunteer Portal.

What browsers can I use to access Volunteer Portal?

You can also use other internet browsers, including Mozilla Firefox , Microsoft Edge or Safari . Note: Internet Explorer is not a compatible option for accessing the Volunteer Portal.

Is Internet Explorer compatible with Volunteer Portal?

Internet Explorer is not compatible with the Volunteer Portal. Check to make sure you are on the correct website. Always go to volunteers.aarp.org. Check your login information.

Who is the senior attorney for AARP?

AARP Foundation's Senior Attorney McCann' s testimony before the House Education and Labor Committee on age discrimination and the proposed Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act.

What is AARP Foundation?

A public interest law firm at the intersection of aging and social justice. AARP Foundation conducts legal advocacy through its litigating arm, AARP Foundation Litigation, which advocates for systemic change in federal and state courts nationwide to advance the legal rights and interests of people 50 and older, ...

What is an AARP brief?

In an amicus brief, AARP and AARP Foundation urges the Minnesota District Court in Ramsey County to send absentee ballots to all registered voters and to waive requirements. Voters should not have to choose between risking their health and casting a ballot. Keep abreast of case progress. Read Amicus Brief (PDF), Order on Motions (PDF), Stipulation and Consent Decree (PDF), Stipulation and Consent Decree 2 (PDF), Press Release

What is AARP discrimination?

This landmark protection prohibits discrimination against individuals with mental and physical disabilities. Individuals segregated from the community by placement in nursing facilities or long-term care facilities, when their choice would be to live in their community, is one example of discrimination based on disability. AARP Foundation Litigation has also addressed violations of the ADA in employment, housing, and transportation. Read

What is the AARP lawsuit against Yale University?

AARP Foundation filed a class action lawsuit against Yale University for violating both the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Genetic Information Nondiscrination Act (GINA) by requiring employees to participate in Yale's workplace wellness program or be charged $1,300 annually. Listen

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