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AARP Research Explores Innovative DC 'Villages'

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Five local neighborhood-based groups dedicated to helping members age at home share best practices, challenges and recommendations to other Village organizers.

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District Experts Tout Local Health Initiatives, Support National Reform

District health care experts share local initiatives they see as models for national reform.

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Questions about Renters’ Insurance? Ask a Lawyer

Don’t believe you need renters’ insurance? Consider the cost of replacing your TV, clothing and furniture and think again.

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Grandparent Caregiver Program Receives Critical Funding

Hundreds of District grandparents can breathe easier. The DC Grandparent Caregiver Program is now permanent—and can support more families.

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DC Residents Share Hardships, Call for Change

Older DC residents came together in February to share their financial struggles and encourage positive change.

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Questions About Eligibility for Home Care Resources? Ask a Lawyer.

Wondering what government services are out there and how you qualify? AARP Legal Counsel for the Elderly can clear things up.

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AARP 50+ and Informed in DC
Interested in meeting new friends and exploring common interests, sharing your ideas or just having fun? Join our group.

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The Senior SmarTrip Card: What is it and where can I purchase one?

You can now find Metro’s Senior SmarTrip card at a number of District stores and stations. Find out where.

LATEST DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA JOURNAL NEWS

More Covered for Out-of-Pocket Medicare Costs

A recent change to the DC Medicare Savings Program makes 16,000 more District Medicare recipients eligible for this significant benefit.

Local “Villages” Promote Aging in Place

New DC membership organizations use volunteers and vetted vendors to provide needed services and a sense of community.

Critical District Nursing Home Info Now Online

A new DC government website helps consumers evaluate the quality of care in District nursing homes.

Take a Virtual Tour: Check Out DC House Transformed With Universal Design

Universal design aims to make spaces accessible for all people. Take a virtual tour of the AARP Andrus House and learn about upgrades that could make your own home safer, more comfortable and more user-friendly

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Connect with other singles who share your wanderlust. Join the group.

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Here's how one woman uses the Fat 2 Fit Community to keep herself on track.

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Got a little time? Find volunteer opportunities that take minutes, hours, or days.

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Politically savvy older folks strengthen their online voices with help from tech-savvy kids.

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Love seafood? Here's how to buy and prepare several varieties of this healthy protein source.