The Hartford Advance 50 Team

Dedicated to Improving the Lives of Older Americans

The Hartford is one of the few companies in the United States with in-house experts on aging: The Hartford Advance 50 Team. For over 25 years, The Hartford has employed gerontologists to ensure the AARP Auto and Home Insurance Program meets your needs. Our insurance rewards your years of experience and is designed to keep your life moving.

Research Commitment

For over a decade, we have conducted ground-breaking research in partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) AgeLab to help AARP members make important decisions to enhance your mobility, safety and independence.

Customer Service Excellence

From their first day on the job, employees who serve AARP members participate in training and innovative programs, led by gerontologists, to learn skills to enhance your experience as a customer.

Anticipating AARP Members’ Needs

The Hartford Advance 50 Team of gerontologists also helps shape insurance product features, communications, and services to best meet your individual needs and keep your life moving forward.

Resources

The Hartford Advance 50 Team has produced meaningful publications focused on helping you and those you care about to live safer and more secure lives. Many were developed from research conducted jointly by The Hartford and the MIT AgeLab. These resources are available to you free of charge and can be downloaded or ordered via the links below.

Safe Driving for a Lifetime

Alzheimer’s, Dementia & Driving

A diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or other dementia doesn't mean the afflicted individual immediately needs to stop driving; however, they and their caregivers must plan for such a time.

• More

Family Conversations with Older Drivers

Families who are worried about an aging relative's ability to drive safely often don't know what to say or do. This practical guide can help start the conversation.

• More

Your Road to Confidence: A Widow's Guide to Buying, Selling and Maintaining a Car

This booklet was created to help women take control of and feel confident in their driving futures. It outlines points to consider when selling a car, handling problems on the road, and repairs.

• More

Home Safety and Disaster Preparedness

Disaster Planning

Natural disasters don’t happen every day but, when they hit, the repercussions can be severe. Having a disaster plan can help.

• More

Home Insurance, Fire Safety

The Hartford's Fire Sense web site can help you find out about the dangers and causes of fire, assess the risks to your family, and help you plan for a safe escape.

• More

The Calm Before the Storm

The Hartford offers practical tools tailored to caregivers’ unique challenge of preparing to protect both themselves and their loved one with Alzheimer’s disease for a natural disaster.

• More