To provide for loved ones who need long-term care, too many older Americans are resorting to extreme measures, such as divorce or spending down assets to qualify for assistance. It doesn't have to be this way.

The Special Fabric
of Grandparenting

By Riki Altman

In the form of colorful quilts, two African American women share their cultural heritage with the world. They discuss their art and talk about how family history shapes their roles as grandparents.

Still Living Life
in the Fast Lane

By Amanda Tinkham Boltax

Virgil Coffman gained fame when he purchased a "Transformer" Camaro last September at 101 years of age. Since then he has celebrated his 102nd birthday and is planning a summer road trip.

Winning Home Designs For All Ages

AARP and NAHB unveil winners of the 2009 Livable Communities Awards, which recognize forward-thinking home and community designs that enhance the daily comfort, ease, and safety of home owners. View videos and photos of the winning homes and developments.

‘The Last of His Mind: A Year in the Shadow of Alzheimer’s’

By Tom Lombardo

John Thorndike discusses his new book about his father's battle with Alzheimer's. The author says he learned more about his family and considers what that knowledge means for his relationship with his own son.

Give Your Grandkids the Gift of Giving

By Bambi Holzer

It's never too early to start teaching your grandchildren about the importance of philanthropy. Start by setting an example and by picking a charitable cause that is special to the child or family.

A Helping Hand For Winter's Heating Bills

By Bridget Mintz Testa

Governments, utilities, and nonprofits offer help to people with low incomes. Plus, eligibility rules have changed to assist people who lost jobs in the recession.

Who Has More l'Amour?

By Dr. Pepper Schwartz

France is the land of lovers, right? Au contraire. A new AARP poll shows that older Americans are more passionately in love than the amorous French.

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