Can family members use AARP membership?

Yes, family members can use an AARP membership; you can add a spouse or another adult in your household (age 18+) as a free second member, giving them their own membership card and full access to discounts on dining, travel, insurance, and more, even if they are under 50, though some age-restricted benefits apply only to the primary member.

Can family members use AARP?

You can add a spouse or an adult living at your address as a secondary member to your account. Even if they are under 50. Members between the ages of 18 and 50 enjoy all of the benefits of membership that are not restricted by law or contract, like age-restricted insurance products.

How do I add someone to my AARP membership?

To add or remove a secondary member:

1. Log in to your AARP online account. ...
2. Go to My Account and select the Account Details tab.
3. Scroll to Personal Information and look for Members in this household (optional).
4. Select Add Member.
5. Fill in your secondary member's information and select Save.

Who can take AARP membership?

AARP membership is open to anyone 18 or older. While AARP's mission is dedicated to the needs of the 50+ population, anyone can become an AARP member. Once you're a member, you'll gain access to hundreds of discounts, programs and resources.

Does AARP cover spouse?

Yes, an AARP membership includes a free secondary membership for a spouse or partner, allowing both to access all benefits like discounts and magazines, with the secondary member getting their own card and account access after linking online. 

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Do AARP members get a discount on Walmart Plus?

Yes, AARP members get a significant discount on a Walmart+ annual membership, saving $40 off the yearly price, which brings the cost down to $58 annually (from the standard $98) and offers benefits like free delivery, free shipping, fuel discounts, and Paramount+ streaming. This offer is for the annual plan and requires verifying your AARP membership through Walmart's dedicated AARP page, with specific terms and conditions applying. 

What is a secondary household membership?

Secondary Member means an individual, being a spouse or direct dependent of the member (living within the same household as the member) whom the Member nominates to use the Service in terms of this agreement; View Source.

Does Amazon take an AARP discount?

No, Amazon doesn't offer a general AARP senior discount, but they do provide a significant discount on Amazon Prime for low-income individuals through Prime Access (qualifying with Medicaid, SNAP, etc.), and AARP members can save 25% on Amazon's Alexa Emergency Assist service, accessed via the AARP benefits page. Many believe there's a universal Prime discount, but it's usually a misunderstanding of the low-income program or specific book deals, not a broad AARP senior discount on Prime. 

Is AARP free for people over 50?

No, AARP membership is not free at 50, but it's inexpensive (around $15-$20/year) and offers significant value with discounts on travel, dining, insurance, and more, plus a free second membership for a household member, with many benefits available even if you're younger than 50 (though some, like insurance, have age restrictions). 

Does Costco offer AARP discounts?

No, Costco does not offer specific discounts for AARP membershttps://www.aarp.org/membership/benefits/all-offers-a-z/ or seniors on memberships or most in-store purchases, as they keep prices low for everyone; however, seniors find significant value through low overall pricing, pharmacy savings (especially Kirkland brand), and benefits in areas like travel and optical, often making a membership worthwhile. 

What are the major issues of AARP?

The AARP Public Policy Institute focuses on issues importance to older adults: Social Security; health issues; Medicare, Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act; work and retirement; long-term services and supports and family caregiving; consumer protection; livable communities.

Which is better to join AAA or AARP?

AAA focuses on auto, travel, and roadside assistance for all drivers (though regional), while AARP (for ages 50+) offers broader senior-focused benefits, including insurance (through The Hartford), financial, and healthcare information, making AAA better for general roadside help and AARP for senior-specific services; many find value in having both, as they cover different needs, though AARP insurance can be pricier than AAA for some, notes Bankrate. 

What is the new name for AARP?

In fact, 44% of AARP members are currently still working. For these reasons, AARP shortened its name in 1999 from the American Association of Retired Persons to just four letters: AARP. While we still own the name American Association of Retired Persons, our new name reflects the full diversity of our membership.

What is the cheapest price for AARP membership?

The cheapest AARP membership is often around $15 for the first year with automatic renewal, a significant discount from the standard $20 annual rate, and includes a free household member. You can find even lower introductory rates like $9-$12 if you're renewing or reactivating, especially with limited-time offers or multi-year sign-ups, making a 5-year membership potentially very affordable per year.
 

How does AARP know when you turn 50?

AARP knows your birthday through data brokers that collect personal info from warranties, sweepstakes, and other sign-ups, then they send you an invitation near your 50th; they predict birthdays by tracking data like your address longevity and marketing lists, hitting mailboxes right around the milestone to offer discounts and services.
 

What is the AARP discount at Walmart?

AARP members get a significant discount on an annual Walmart+ membership, currently saving $40 off the yearly price, which includes benefits like free grocery delivery, free shipping, gas savings, and streaming. While Walmart doesn't have general senior discounts, this Walmart+ deal provides substantial savings for members on various services and products, plus extra savings on prescriptions at Walmart Pharmacy using the free AARP Rx card. 

Is age 55 considered senior citizen?

Age 55 isn't a universal "senior citizen" marker, but it's a common age for some benefits like senior discounts (restaurants, travel) and eligibility for 55+ age-restricted housing; however, official U.S. benefits like Medicare start at 65, while early Social Security begins at 62, making "senior" a flexible term depending on the context. 

Is AARP worth it at 60?

You can join the AARP at any age. It's cheap and the discounts can be well worth it. If you're trying to save money, joining the AARP® (American Association of Retired Persons) may not be your first thought, especially if you're not retired.

How do I get 50% off my Prime membership?

We offer a 50% discount on Prime membership for eligible EBT and government assistance recipients.

Does AARP offer discounts on restaurants?

Members can enjoy AARP discounts at many different national chains and local restaurants, including 15% off at Denny's and 10% off food and nonalcoholic beverages at Bonefish Grill, Carrabba's Italian Grill and more. Plus, now you can also search for local AARP discounts at your favorite restaurants.

Is Amazon Prime free for seniors?

No, Amazon Prime isn't automatically free for seniors, but a discounted Prime Access membership is available for those receiving government assistance (like SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, EBT) for $6.99/month, offering all Prime benefits at half price. Standard pricing applies if you don't qualify for assistance, but you can save by paying annually or sharing a membership. 

Can I add a family member to my AARP membership?

To add a secondary member:

Go to My Account and click on the Account Details tab. Scroll to Personal Information, look for Spouse/Partner, and click the Edit button. Fill in your secondary member's information and click Save. To edit, your secondary member must register and log in with their AARP online account.

Who is considered to be in my household?

Who's in your household depends on the context (taxes, insurance, etc.), but generally it's you, your spouse, and your tax dependents (children, relatives you support) who live with you or whom you claim, even if they live elsewhere, plus any unmarried partners or dependents you claim for benefits, but usually excludes roommates unless you're filing as a group for some specific benefit. For most official purposes like health insurance (HealthCare.gov), it's the tax filer + spouse + tax dependents. 

Can I add a 3rd person to my Costco membership?

Yes, you can add a third person to your Costco membership, but it depends on your membership type: for a standard (Gold Star/Executive) membership, you get one free "Household Card" for someone in the same address; for a Business Membership, you can add up to six paid ($65/year) "Additional Cardholders," who also get a free Household Card, so you can have many people.