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What Does the New Medicare Drug Benefit Mean for You? - The legislation recently passed by Congress that provides a prescription benefit to Medicare is complex. This article provides a point by point explanation of how the new law will benefit you.

Creating A Financial Plan - Need a roadmap to a comfortable retirement? This article provides an overview, six steps you can implement now to reach your retirement goals, and links to other resources.

Balancing Work and Caregiving - Nearly 22 million American workers are caregivers for their parents or loved ones. This article provides links to resources that can help, information about your rights as an employee, and tips about how to take care of yourself as well.

Join AARP - It is easy to join AARP. You need to be 50 years of age and up. Membership costs only $12.50 a year and entitles you to publications, discounts, services, and loads of information. You can also renew your membership or give a membership as a gift.

AARP Group Memberships - Make your employees happy by providing membership in AARP. It's a great perk, it's reasonable, and membership for your employee's spouse is included in the low yearly membership fee.

AARP's Educator Membership - AARP has a special community for retired or working educators who are over 50. It is called NRTA and has its own website and publication, "Live & Learn." Membership is $12.50 per year and includes all the benefits of AARP membership. You can even give an NRTA membership to your favorite teacher.

AARP Membership For Spanish Speakers - AARP en español is the Spanish language site for AARP. Membership application and information. Membership includes a Spanish publication, "Segunda Juventud."

AARP The Magazine - Read the most recent issue of AARP's flagship publication. The print version of The Magazine is included in your AARP membership and is certainly worth more than the membership dues. Monthly, glossy, and full of lifestyle articles.

AARP Bulletin Online - The AARP Bulletin is published monthly. In its print edition, free with your membership, it is a tabloid that focuses on issues. Excellent articles on legislation affecting older Americans and other critical subjects. The online version contains breaking news stories as well.

AARP's SegundaJuventud - AARP's Spanish language magazine. More than just a replica of AARP's The Magazine, Segunda Juventud focuses on people and places that are of particular interest to Hispanics. The online version is equally nice and you can choose to read it in English. Sign up for the email newsletter.

AARP's Live&Learn Magazine For Educators - Live&Learn is a quarterly publication sent to members of NRTA. NRTA is for working or retired educators. There is no online version of the publication but you can find information about it and how to join NRTA at this site.

AARP Airline Discounts - AARP members receive discounts from two airlines: Virgin Atlantic offers discounts on flights to London; and U.S. Air offers discounts for flights in the U.S., to and from Canada, and the Caribbean.

AARP Hotel Discounts - Hotels ranging from AmeriSuites to Wyndham offer AARP members discounts. See the entire list here.

More AARP Discounts and Services - Here is a menu of AARP member discounts and services, ranging from airlines to entertainment to financial and legal. Check them out so that you get the most out of your AARP membership.

AARP Automobile Insurance Plan - AARP has partnered with The Hartford to offer this comprehensive automobile insurance program. Get a free quote and contact information.

AARP Healthcare Options - Long-term care, hospital supplemental insurance, and Medicare supplemental insurance are among the heathcare programs available to AARP members. Get the details and contact information here.

AARP Homeowner's Insurance - Homeowner's insurance through The Hartford. Free quote, details, and contact information.

AARP Life Insurance - Offered through New York Life, this plan has several options. Get details, a quote, and contact information.

AARP Mobile Home Insurance - This program is through Foremost Insurance Group and offers protection for mobile homes. Get estimate, details, and contact information.

AARP Advocate Newsletter - Stay current on AARP's legislative advocacy and voter education efforts with this monthly email newsletter. You’ll also receive alerts on relevant pending legislation.

Become an AARP Citizen Advocate - Passionate about issues facing Americans as they age? Sign up to be an advocate with AARP. Receive the monthly AARP Grassroots Update that will keep you up on what is going on in Washington as well in your state. AARP provides the tools so you can be a vocal participant in policy discussions.

The Policy Book: AARP Public Policies - AARP develops policies on issues that affect its members. From Medicare prescription benefits to predatory lending practices, AARP's policies are the guidelines for its public advocacy programs. All those policies can be found in the "Policy Book," a handy reference in downloadable PDF format.

AARP Legislative Action Center - Find all the tools you need here such as a list of issues that need action now. Type in your zip code to get contact information for your legislators and your local media. Check legislative calendars, contact your friends about an issue, and even get a "web-sticker" you can post to your own website.

AARP's Online Information for Travelers - Leisure travel increases as Americans age and it is a favorite activity of those who are retired. AARP provides lots of ideas about trips to take, timely information about travel conditions and regulations, and even a place where you can share stories and travel hints with other travelers.

AARP's Update on Airport Security - We are all concerned about airport security and need to keep up with the latest information. AARP posts the latest news about security here plus up-to-date tips that will help you prepare for your trip.

AARP's Travel Message Board - The best way to get good travel information is through other travelers. On AARP's travel message board you can share your tips and find out about RV travel; Harley road trips; the best vacation rental in Vegas; and lots more.