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AARP Chapter Locator

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Charitable Giving Calculator

Enter your giving amount and federal tax rate to determine your tax savings.

AARP Programs

AARP Tax-Aide

AARP Tax-Aide is the nation's largest, free, volunteer-run tax counseling and preparation service. Read this and learn how to become a volunteer.

National Employer Team

Find out which companies value older workers.

Benefits Outreach Program

Learn about the programs for which you or your loved ones might qualify.

Donate to the AARP Foundation

Your tax-deductible gift will help enhance the lives of millions of seniors nationwide.

AARP Books

Book: estate planning

AARP Crash Course in Estate Planning

By Michael T. Palermo

The Essential Guide to Wills, Trusts and Your Personal Legacy

The Work of Angels

AARP Segunda Juventud

Jorge Munoz in the kitchen

Colombian immigrant Jorge Muñoz, along with his mother, Doris Zapata, and his sister, Luz, has distributed more than 70,000 home-cooked meals to out-of-work New Yorkers over the past five years. They’re doing the work of angels, say the men who benefit.

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Brother, Can I Lend You a Hand?

By Barbara Basler

Charities across the country report that fresh recruits—employed and unemployed—are knocking at their doors in record numbers, ready to serve.

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Giving a Leg Up: Jobs for the Homeless

By Sally Abrahms

Seventeen years ago, John Shelter found himself homeless. Now he helps others find food, housing, skills training, and jobs.

From the Online Community

Journal: AARPVA

Journal: AARPVA
Learn how AARPVA is stamping out hunger in Virginia's communities.
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Divaflo

Journal: Taxi Philosopher
Divaflo's driver teaches her the Law of the Garbage Truck after a close call.
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Home Free: Mentoring Prisoners

By Sally Abrahms

Faith-based programs in prisons help to reduce recidivism and strengthen inmates' relationships with their families, future coworkers, and the community.

Travel That Gives Back

By Peter Greenberg

Want a vacation with real meaning? Our travel guru, Peter Greenberg, suggests a volunteer vacation. It's a great way to immerse yourself in another culture, while giving back and having a great time. Watch Now!

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Retirement Calculator
Use this interactive tool to estimate your future income and expenses.

The New World of Job Searching
Get expert advice on conducting a successful job search from AARP.org careers columnist Bob Skladany.

More From AARP

Spend Smart & Save

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Using money wisely can be fun. Learn how from "The Ultimate Cheap- skate."

Member Benefit

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Health Care News

AARP Endorses Health Care Bill

AARP endorsed a health reform bill passed in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Texting Trysts

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Some in the 50+ set are using "sexting," or "sexy text messaging," to spice up flirting.

Senior Airfare Deals

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Do flight discounts for older people really give you the best prices? Read this.

Train Travel

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Do you love riding the rails? So do we! Join the group.

Health Care Reform

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Make prescription drugs more affordable for all Americans.

Bye-Bye Sodium!

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How can you find a food's salt content and eat less of it, but still enjoy meals?

Driver Safety Month

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With the end of daylight saving time, AARP offers tips for night driving.

Hispanic Labor Force

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Demographic trends point to the importance of older Latin American workers.

Miracle Drugs

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Biologics are revolu- tionizing treatments for serious chronic diseases. How?

Consumer Fraud

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This holiday season, guard against scams that hatch with the holiday spirit.