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Sisters Charlotte (left) and Carolyn flank Carolyn’s husband, Jeff – outside the senior center where all three volunteer for Tax-Aide.

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Help Older Adults Prepare Taxes

Karima Amin, an AARP Foundation Experience Corps volunteer tutor with Ky’leigh Kulczyk, student at Southside Elementary School in Buffalo, NY.

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Up Close and Personal With Tax-Aide Volunteers

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Mother and Son Help Kids Learn to Read

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How to Make New Friends

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3 Ways to Stay Connected When Money's Tight

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Are You Experiencing Social Isolation?

Social isolation can negatively affect your mental and physical health. Learn what steps you can take to build social connections for your well-being.
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Tips for Reconnecting With Loved Ones

Rekindling old relationships is a great way to widen your social circle.
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Are You Or A Loved One Experiencing Grief or Loss?

Older adults experience grief more often and differently than younger people. If you or someone you know is experiencing a loss, this article can help.
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6 Ways Loneliness Can Harm Your Health

Surgeon General’s report is a reminder that stronger social ties mean longer lives
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How to Connect with Younger Generations

Learn how to reach out to younger people and purposefully find common ground for nurturing a meaningful relationship.
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8 Ways to Create and Build Social Connections

To help strengthen your social skills, we’ve rounded up eight ways you can get the know-how and confidence to keep reaching out and building connections.
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How To Start Conversations With Fun Questions

Social connections are good for you. If you’re feeling lonely, break out these icebreakers for a stress-free way to get to know people one-on-one or in a group.
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Everyday Essentials: Personal Care & Laundry Resources When Budgets Are Tight

A guide for older adults living with limited income about where to find free toiletries, laundry, and hygiene care from local programs and community resources.
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Healthy social life could ward off dementia, study shows

Being socially active in 50s and 60s linked to lower risk of illness later in life, researchers say.
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