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Planning Ahead

Planning Ahead Planning for the future – whether for yourself or for a loved one – can present many questions and challenges. Share these PSAs with your community to help caregivers, those at risk of developing type 2 diabetes, and those saving for retirement feel confident when making plans.

Caregiver Assistance

What It Addresses: PSAs spotlight AARP’s Family Caregiving site and encourage caregivers nationwide to access free Care Guides, self-care tips, planning resources, legal and financial guidance, and more.
Why It's Important: More than 40 million Americans currently care for an aging or older loved one.
When To Air It: This topic is important year-round.

Type 2 Diabetes Prevention

What It Addresses: PSAs encourage people to take the risk test, speak with their doctor, and learn how prediabetes can be reversed with small lifestyle changes.
Why It's Important: One in three American adults has prediabetes and is at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a serious health condition that can lead to heart attack and stroke.
When To Air It: This topic is important year-round.

Saving for Retirement

What It Addresses: PSAs motivate African American/Black women in their late 40s and 50s to better prepare for their long-term financial security so they can lead independent and comfortable lives as they age.
Why It's Important: Approximately 41% of households headed by people ages 55–64, or 9.3 million households, have no retirement savings.
When To Air It: This topic is important year-round.