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AARP Chapter 1917
Since 1974

About Us / History

Goals and Objectives

​​The chapter’s mission is to represent AARP at the local level, providing a link between members, communities and the association’s programs and services.  The chapter’s leadership and commitment to volunteerism is an invaluable resource in strengthening the national association and making our communities better places to live and work for all people.

Community Service:  Create and enhance opportunities for members to be involved in activities that address a platform of community needs.

Leadership:  Develop members’ skills and potential to assume positions of increasing responsibility within their chapter, their community and the association.

Communication:  Facilitate the exchange of information between members and the Association. 

Recruitment:  Increase chapter and association membership, ensuring continued growth with greater member diversity.

Fellowship:  Conduct activities in a manner that fosters congeniality and friendship.

Advocacy:  Participate actively in addressing issues that have an impact on members and their communities, in accordance with Association policies, practices and positions.

Education:  Impart knowledge that is useful to individuals and the community through programming that may include Association materials.

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Financial Support​​

Our chapter also provides financial support to local community activities and organizations, including, but not limited to the following: The OC Senior 50plus Center, the TidalHealth Hospital Foundation, and the AARP Tax Aide project. 

Activities and Community Service​

Monthly Meeting:  The AARP Chapter 1917 membership meetings are held at the Ocean City Worcester County 50plus Center at 104 41st Street, Bayside. The 50plus Center is located next to the Ocean City Convention Center. Free parking is available at the Convention Center parking lot. Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. with Coffee & Conversation at 9:30 a.m. Please check our calendar in case the meeting location changes.

Board Meetings:  Are held at the same location on the first Wednesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. Visitors may request to attend through the Chapter President.

 
Travel Opportunities:  Are available for members. We sponsor day trips, longer cruises, and tours to exotic and exciting places. (See Our Travel Page For More Information)

Health Fair:  Is co-sponsored with The Town of Ocean City and TidalHealth Hospital. This annual Health Fair provides information on all aspects of medical and health services in the area.   

Income Tax Preparation:  Is provided for free for local residents.

National Day of Service:  Members provide assistance to charitable organizations throughout the community.

Chapter 1917 - Serving The DelMarVA area since 1974