Daily Dose

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Volunteer Opportunity

Do your part to shepherd young Americans to success. Mentoring U.S.A. puts forth the challenge.

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Brain Health Tip

Listen to music. It lowers memory-robbing stress hormones and helps you focus.

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Recipe of the Week

Our eggplant Parmesan sandwich uses grilled eggplant instead of fried so it has a fraction of the fat and calories.

 

Voices

James Brown

The Value of Volunteering

By James Brown

AARP Community Ambassador James "JB" Brown explains how his parents instilled in him the importance of helping others.

Jonathan Pond

Is My Will Still Valid?

By Jonathan D. Pond

Financial adviser Jonathan Pond suggests when to review or redo your will and other estate-planning documents.

Carole Carson

Seeing Red

By Carole Carson

Did you know that heart disease is the number-one killer of women? Learn what you can do to improve your cardiac health.

Peter Greenberg

Finding a Hotel to
Welcome Fido

By Peter Greenberg

It can be difficult to find lodging that accepts dogs. Are there any Web sites that offer guidance on lodging with a pet?

Spotlight

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AARP In The News

Current and former NFL players are joining AARP's service effort, Create The Good, so you might see them out promoting volunteerism in your community.

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Travel

Thinking about a weekend getaway or a weeklong adventure? Pick a destination, and plan your trip.

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Flu Season

Find out how to protect yourself and your family from the H1N1 (swine) and seasonal flu viruses this winter.

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Volunteering

Explore the various volunteering opportunities that are available in and around your community.

Tax Help

You can receive free, face-to-face tax assistance and preparation at more than 6,600 sites nationwide from late January or early February through April 15. Find an AARP Tax-Aide near you.

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Government Watch

Hold your elected officials accountable! Follow how members of Congress vote on the issues that are affecting Americans age 50+.

Orlando 2010

Orlando@50+

Register for AARP's National Event & Expo in sunny Florida from Sept. 30 to Oct. 2, 2010.

Get the Facts on Health Reform

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Your Questions Answered

Count on AARP for up-to-date information on the health reform debate and its impact.

AARP Member Services & Discounts

Drivers or passengers can prepare for the unexpected with AARP Roadside Assistance from Allstate.   
  
Now through January 31, two car rentals earns a free day with Hertz*.  

Find Health products that may fit your needs, along with wellness and fitness services.

Talk to our Financial Advisors to help you navigate today's economy.

More From AARP

Member Benefit

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Save on membership fees in AARP® Roadside Assistance from Allstate.

Healthy Couch Potato

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Can watching the Super Bowl actually improve your health?

Our Movie Picks

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The envelope, please: our annual Movies for Grownups® Awards.

Make Clothes Last

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What's your oldest garment in your closet that you still wear?

AARP Needs You!

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AARP seeks nine volunteers for its National Policy Council.

Doughnut Hole

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Find ideas for avoiding Medicare's Rx coverage gap.

Driving for Less

Driver Safety Program

Our driver safety course can lower car insurance costs for Montanans.

Tex-Mex Food

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Willing to share your recipe for tacos? Tell us how you stuff your shell!

Spa Cuisine

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The food served at spas today tastes better and is easy to prepare at home.

Vote for Your Fave!

Heroic Pet Awards

We picked 10 heroic animals. Tell us which one should win $1,000.

Latin Music

Ruben Blades

Latin music has captured hearts and souls all around the world.

AARP Exclusive

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See how grandparents affect the lives of children with autism.