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Is Your Garage a Danger Zone?
A garage isn’t just a place to park your car or store rarely-used items. It can be one of the most dangerous areas of a home. After all, it’s where we often store yard and power tools, and hazardous… -
Is Your Outdoor Space An Enjoyable Haven or Lurking With Hazards?
Ever since the pandemic, Americans have placed a higher priority on their outdoor living spaces. Whether it’s a deck, a yard, a garden, balcony or the front porch of a house, we’re spending more time… -
AARP investing $68,000 in Washington communities as part of nationwide grant program
Four communities across Washington are getting a boost in their work to become more livable for residents of all ages… -
Kitchens: The Heart of the Home
Though the kitchen is a place of togetherness, they harbor risks, and these dangers worsen as we age. … -
Washington State Joins Age-Friendly and Dementia-Friendly Networks
During Older Americans Month, Governor Jay Inslee proudly announced that Washington state has joined the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities and USAging’s Dementia-Friendly America… -
Improve Bathroom Safety: Prevent Slips and Falls
Make your bathroom safer as you age. Discover tips to prevent slips and falls, ensuring a secure environment for daily tasks.… -
Want to Improve Your Community? AARP Community Challenge Grant Applications Due March 6
Most Americans want to stay in their communities for their lifetime, and they need those communities to be ready.… -
Get Your Free AARP HomeFit® Guide
Read the free AARP HomeFit® Guide to find low- and no-cost changes you can make now and help your family flourish for years to come.… -
AARP Washington Announces Grant Opportunity for Quick-Action Community Improvement Projects
We know that it takes time to build great communities. But we also believe that tangible improvements can spark long-term change. AARP launched the Community Challenge grant program in 2017 to fund… -
Housing options for caregivers
AARP surveys consistently find that older adults want to remain in their current homes and communities for as long as possible. But our needs can change as we age, and most houses and apartments are…
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