Daily Dose

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Volunteer Opportunity

Learn how to make a world of difference—without leaving your home.

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Brain Health Tip

Heed details and expressions when listening to a friend's story to encourage memory formation.

Save a Buck

This Web site helps you locate yard sales in your neighborhood and even provides directions!

 

Voices

Bob Skladany

Should I Sign Up for
Pre-Tax Deductions?

By Bob Skladany

Career counselor Bob Skladany explains what it means when you sign up for employer benefits on a pre-tax basis.

Carole Carson

Fat 2 Fit: FIT For the Holidays

By Carole Carson

Use this helpful reminder to stay on track with your workout schedule.

Phil Lempert

The Lowdown on Lactose Intolerance

By Phil Lempert

If you discover you are lac- tose intolerant, symptoms can be controlled through a diet that limits or eliminates lactose. Many products available in the supermarket are either lactose-free or good substitutes for milk products.

Amy Goyer

A Season of Chaos or Cheer?

By Amy Goyer

The hustle and bustle of the holidays can often derail the joy of gathering with loved ones. To keep the spirit of the season on track, organize a family plan and use a checklist.

Spotlight

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AARP In The News

A new report shows how boomers are shaping the future of technology—from helping to care for aging parents to controlling energy use in "green" homes.

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Real Relief

Stay focused on your long-term financial goals with free tips and resources from AARP and the AARP Foundation.

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Flu Season

Find out how to protect yourself from H1N1 (swine) and seasonal flu viruses.

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Travel

Thinking about a weekend getaway or a weeklong adventure? Pick a destination, and plan your trip.

Create the Good

Volunteering

Explore the volunteering opportunities in your community.

Orlando 2010

2010 Orlando@50+

Register for next year's National Event & Expo in sunny Orlando from Sept. 30 to Oct. 2, 2010.

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Government Watch

Hold your elected officials accountable! Follow how members of Congress vote on the issues that are affecting Americans age 50+.

Get the Facts on Health Reform

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Your Questions Answered

Count on AARP for up-to-date information on the health reform debate and its impact.

AARP Member Services & Discounts

Give a great gift and save this holiday season with the Holiday Gift Guide. Find new deals every Monday from top brands! 
  
Get great deals on hotels, vacations, car rentals, and more at the AARP Travel Center powered by Expedia.  

Find Health products that may fit your needs, along with wellness and fitness services.

Talk to our Financial Advisors to help you navigate today's economy.

More From AARP

Health Action Now!

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Help us keep our momentum for legislative action on health care ... NOW!

The Gift of AARP

Give the gift of AARP and receive a free member- ship for a spouse or partner!

Cut Holiday Spending

Here's how to control holiday spending without being a Scrooge.

Member Benefit

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Enroll in a Medicare Advantage or Medicare Part D plan through Dec. 31.

Top Video Games

Here are the games to check out while warming up—or working out!—in front of the fire.

Solo Travelers

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

Vegas Adventure

 Las Vegas

Create your own virtual adventure in Sin City—starring you!

Health-Myth Buster

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Does antibacterial soap prevent more illnesses than regular soap?

Fat 2 Fit

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

Create The Good

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

South Carolina News

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

Go Fish

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