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Health-Care Reform
AARP President, Jennie Chin Hansen answers your questions on health-care reform. Check out Jennie's blog at shAARPsession.com.
AARP Programs
The AARP Andrus Award
The AARP Andrus Award pays tribute to individuals who, like our founder, have generated positive social change in the world. AARP is proud to present its 2009 Andrus Award to Norman Lear.
Divided We Fail
Support our president's commitment to work across the aisle for real change on affordable health care and long-term financial security. Remind Obama of his campaign promises.
AARP Legal Services Network
Get help with legal matters, including wills, consumer issues, and buying a home.
Legal Counsel For The Elderly
Championing the dignity and rights of older Washingtonians by providing free legal services to those in need, LCE needs your support.
Create The Good
AARP is calling on its members to Create The Good in their neighborhoods. Get involved!
Volunteer With AARP
Find out how you can volunteer for our Driver Safety or Tax-Aide programs.
Andrus Award For Community Service
Each year, AARP honors the legacy of Dr. Andrus with the AARP Andrus Award for Community Service, our most prestigious and visible volunteer award. Read about the 2009 winners.
Tools
Charitable Giving Calculator
Enter your giving amount and federal tax rate to determine your tax savings.
Purpose Prize winner,Tim Will, provides fresh produce to restaurants along with a little something else. Jobs.
Grit, Courage and Change: Women's Progress in 50 Years
While writing her latest book about the advances women have made during the past half-century, Gail Collins learned she liked the personal stories best. One of her favorite examples is that of Lorena Weeks. Read about it.
From the Online Community
Group: Honor Our Soldier-Veterans
In this patriotic group, you can express your support and honor Americans who have given their all in military service.
Join Group
Journal: USCgero
Read about the challenges of recruiting older adults for volunteer programs, and find out how you can help.
Read Journal
Bring Your Woes, Every Wednesday
'Los Amigos' of Orange County, Calif., meet weekly to hear from people in the community about all sorts of issues, involving many residents or just one person. The group's problem-solving breakfast consultations have continued for 27 years.
Kudos for Making a Difference
Each year, AARP pays tribute to the legacy of its founder, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, by bestowing the Andrus Award for Community Service. It is the highest honor the organization gives. This year, 44 local leaders from around the country received it.
Producer-Director Nabs AARP’s Top Service Prize
The entertainment executive Norman Lear, known for such serious comedies as "All in the Family" and "Good Times," gets ideas for his many philanthropic, civic, and other volunteering projects by mining his own life experience. Now you can find the “Norman Lear Collection,” which includes all of his hit sitcoms on DVD.
It's Easy Being Green
Find simple tips on saving energy and living with eco-consciousness.
More Articles on Make A Difference
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- Wheels to the World
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- Turning Tragedy Into Purpose
- Chicanos por la Causa
- Wisdom of the Elders
- Tycoons of Urban Gardening
- Cultivating the Next Generation
- Save the Planet the Right Way
- Painting Retirement Green
- Sewing New Lives
- Helping the Homeless Get Back on Track
- In Search of a Forever Home
- In Act II of Life, Doing Work That Matters
- Retirees Making A Difference
- Creature Comforters
- 2009 Inspire Awards
- Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act
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All Things Pets
Thinking about pet insurance or flying with Fido? Is Fluffy in your will? We have the information you need before making any decision.
Great Sex Well After 50
Dr. Laura Berman, a renowned sex therapist, answers 10 questions about the joys and challenges of later-life intimacy.
More From AARP
Member Discounts
Find great gifts at a great price with the AARP® Member Discounts Holiday Guide!
Driver Safety Month
It's November! Make sure your loved ones travel safely this holiday season.
Happy Thanksgiving
Treat friends and family to our new recipes, gift guide, entertaining tips, and more!
Seasonal Savings
Here's how to save dollars on your drive over the river and through the woods.
Health Action Now!
Help us keep our momentum for legislative action on health care— NOW!
Solo Travelers
Connect with other singles who share your wanderlust. Join the group.
Vegas Adventure
Create your own virtual adventure in Sin City—starring you!
Health-Myth Buster
Does antibacterial soap prevent more illnesses than regular soap?
Fat 2 Fit
Here's how one woman uses the Fat 2 Fit Community to keep herself on track.
Create The Good
Got a little time? Find volunteer opportunities that take minutes, hours, or days.
South Carolina News
Politically savvy older folks strengthen their online voices with help from tech-savvy kids.
Go Fish
Love seafood? Here's how to buy and prepare several varieties of this healthy protein source.
