MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Voices
Where We Stand:
AARP’s new chief, Barry Rand, cites health care, economic security as top goals.
- Where We Stand: We're Fighting For You
- Where We Stand: Health Reform—The Time to Act Is Now
- Where We Stand: Focused on Fixing Health Care
- Where We Stand: Leading to the Future
Health-Care Reform
AARP President, Jennie Chin Hansen answers your questions on health-care reform. Check out Jennie's blog at shAARPsession.com.
AARP Programs
The AARP Andrus Award
The AARP Andrus Award pays tribute to individuals who, like our founder, have generated positive social change in the world. AARP is proud to present its 2009 Andrus Award to Norman Lear.
Divided We Fail
Support our president's commitment to work across the aisle for real change on affordable health care and long-term financial security. Remind Obama of his campaign promises.
AARP Legal Services Network
Get help with legal matters, including wills, consumer issues, and buying a home.
Legal Counsel For The Elderly
Championing the dignity and rights of older Washingtonians by providing free legal services to those in need, LCE needs your support.
Create The Good
AARP is calling on its members to Create The Good in their neighborhoods. Get involved!
Volunteer With AARP
Find out how you can volunteer for our Driver Safety or Tax-Aide programs.
Andrus Award For Community Service
Each year, AARP honors the legacy of Dr. Andrus with the AARP Andrus Award for Community Service, our most prestigious and visible volunteer award. Read about the 2009 winners.
Tools
Charitable Giving Calculator
Enter your giving amount and federal tax rate to determine your tax savings.
Purpose Prize winner,Tim Will, provides fresh produce to restaurants along with a little something else. Jobs.
Bring Your Woes, Every Wednesday
'Los Amigos' of Orange County, Calif., meet weekly to hear from people in the community about all sorts of issues, involving many residents or just one person. The group's problem-solving breakfast consultations have continued for 27 years.
Serving Our Neighbors
One woman started the nonprofit Family-to-Family to connect more than 600 sponsor families with U.S. households where people were going hungry.
From the Online Community
Journal: AARPDSP
Follow this guide to learn what you can do to keep loved ones safe on the road.
Read Journal
Journal: USCgero
Read about the challenges of recruiting older adults for volunteer programs, and find out how you can help.
Read Journal
Kudos for Making a Difference
Each year, AARP pays tribute to the legacy of its founder, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, by bestowing the Andrus Award for Community Service. It is the highest honor the organization gives. This year, 44 local leaders from around the country received it.
Producer-Director Nabs AARP’s Top Service Prize
The entertainment executive Norman Lear, known for such serious comedies as "All in the Family" and "Good Times," gets ideas for his many philanthropic, civic, and other volunteering projects by mining his own life experience. Now you can find the “Norman Lear Collection,” which includes all of his hit sitcoms on DVD.
It's Easy Being Green
Find simple tips on saving energy and living with eco-consciousness.
Retirees Help Orphans Around the Globe
A pediatrician and founder of the Worldwide Orphans Foundation, Dr. Jane Aronson assists international adoptions and orphaned children.
More Articles on Make A Difference
- Wheels to the World
- Tough Times Revive Victory Gardens
- Turning Tragedy Into Purpose
- Chicanos por la Causa
- Wisdom of the Elders
- Tycoons of Urban Gardening
- Cultivating the Next Generation
- Save the Planet the Right Way
- Painting Retirement Green
- Sewing New Lives
- Helping the Homeless Get Back on Track
- In Search of a Forever Home
- In Act II of Life, Doing Work That Matters
- Retirees Making A Difference
- Creature Comforters
- 2009 Inspire Awards
- Edward M. Kennedy Serve America Act
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All Things Pets
Thinking about pet insurance or flying with Fido? Is Fluffy in your will? We have the information you need before making any decision.
Great Sex Well After 50
Dr. Laura Berman, a renowned sex therapist, answers 10 questions about the joys and challenges of later-life intimacy.
More From AARP
Health Care Reform
Here's a coalition that supports health care reform to strengthen Medicare.
Accessible Care Now
Join AARP in the fight for health reform. Make sure you speak up today!
Member Discount
Save $100 per person off vacations or river cruises from Grand European Tours.
Is It Truly Organic?
How can you tell whether or not "organic" foods are the real deal?
Enter Green Sweeps!
Enter for a chance to win Energy Star appliances, a MacBook, or mountain bikes!
Fat 2 Fit
Many people find they can shed medications along with their extra pounds.
TV Tackles Aging
An AARP-supported show addresses health and other issues faced by aging people.
How to Bounce Back
Everyone goes through tough times. Some folks just navigate them better. Learn how.
Free Fun in Vegas
Gambled and lost? Peter Greenberg gives tips on free stuff to do in Sin City.
401(k): Debt Cutter?
Should I borrow from my 401(k) to pay off my house? How steep is the penalty?
Book Review
Singer Ricardo Montaner's book portrays a man committed to his family and faith.
New Tricks in Bed?
Use these tips to improve your life ... under the covers. Get what you want!.
