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Subchannel: Assistance & Outreach. Date: January 5, 2007

Pro Bono Project

The Pro Bono Project resolves legal problems confronting older residents of D.C.

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Subchannel: Assistance & Outreach. Date: January 5, 2007

Alternatives to Landlord/Tenant Court for the Elderly Project

The Legal Counsel for the Elderly’s Alternatives to Landlord/Tenant Court for the Elderly Project protects elders from the trauma of eviction.

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Subchannel: Assistance & Outreach. Date: December 13, 2006

Ask Our Experts

Answers to readers' questions about death, entitlements and Social Security benefits; parents considering reverse mortgages; and cashing out a 401(k) without a penalty in case of death.

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Subchannel: Assistance & Outreach. Date: November 12, 2006

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Answers to readers' questions about death and Social Security benefits; how inheritance affects the financial assistance an individual receives; and whether long-term care insurance premiums are tax-deductible.

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Subchannel: Assistance & Outreach. Date: October 23, 2006

Tax-Free Direct Gifts to Charities

Recent legislation offers a new charitable giving opportunity under the Pension Protection Act of 2006. If you are age 70 1/2 or older, own an IRA, and regularly make charitable contributions this opportunity may be suitable for you.

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Subchannel: Assistance & Outreach. Date: October 23, 2006

Stay Out of the Cold - Heating Assistance Available

AARP Minnesota urges you to see if you’re eligible for help in paying heating bills. Apply now for energy assistance.

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Subchannel: Assistance & Outreach. Date: October 12, 2006

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Answers to readers' questions about a life-cycle portfolio, the possibility of drawing early from a defined benefit pension and considering a reverse mortgage for the right reasons.

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Subchannel: Assistance & Outreach. Date: October 9, 2006

Prepare to Care

Most Americans understand why it's important to plan for the future. But when it comes to providing care for an aging loved one, most families don't have a plan until they have a problem. "Prepare to Care" is a straightforward guide designed to help your family make sure that potential new responsibilities are anticipated, talked about and responsibly addressed.

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Subchannel: Assistance & Outreach. Date: September 13, 2006

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Answers to readers' questions about a life-cycle portfolio, the possibility of drawing early from a defined benefit pension and considering a reverse mortgage for the right reasons.

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Subchannel: Assistance & Outreach. Date: July 26, 2006

Extra Help for People with Limited Incomes: Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage

To understand how the Medicare prescription drug program "Extra Help" works, you'll want to familiarize yourself with these key words and definitions.

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Subchannel: Assistance & Outreach. Date: July 26, 2006

Extra Help for People with Limited Incomes: Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage

If you are on Medicare and qualify for Extra Help, you could save a lot of money. Learn more.

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