AARP Kansas

AARP Kansas is hosting two events Thursday in Hays to help Kansans 50 and older better prepare for a secure financial future and learn how to protect their hard-earned financial assets.

“AARP is working to ensure those who are 50 and older have the financial security they need to take charge of their future and live independently no matter what their age,” said AARP Kansas Interim Director Andrea Bozarth. “We want people to have the tools and information they need to make good decisions about their finances and know how to protect them.”

The first workshop, the 16th annual Western Summit, will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Fanchon Ballroom, 2350 E. Eighth. The summit, hosted by Hays AARP Chapter 5167, will include information on financial freedom, area medical services, caregiving and advanced planning. The Ellis County Historical Society also will present information on the “Wild, Wild West.”

All are invited to attend this informative and fun event. The cost is $10 and includes registration, refreshments and lunch. To register, contact Millie at (785) 625-9463.

The evening workshop on Thursday is from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a free, interactive workshop to find out what you can do to ensure your financial security. Topics for the event include managing investments, retirement decisions, estate planning, and avoiding scams and fraud. Kansas Securities Commissioner Josh Ney and a local certified financial planner will be on hand to provide information about investments and planning. The event will take place at the Sternberg Museum of Natural History, 3000 Sternberg Drive. To register, call (877) 926-8300, or visit http://aarp.cvent.com/KS_FSWorkshop_Hays. Refreshments will be served, and no products will be endorsed or sold at this event.

For more information, visit www.aarp.org/ks or www.facebook.com/aarpks.