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  • Wabasha-Kellogg Age-Friendly Collaborative

    Community Call to Action: Help make Wabasha-Kellogg a more livable place for people of all ages! Wabasha-Kellogg is enrolled in the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, and the local committee…
  • AARP Invests in Five Minnesota Communities

    Five communities across Minnesota are getting a boost in their work to become more livable for residents of all ages through the AARP Community Challenge Grants.…
  • Kitchens: The Heart of the Home

    Though the kitchen is a place of togetherness, they harbor risks, and these dangers worsen as we age. …

Home & Community Resources

AARP HomeFit® Guide
AARP HomeFit® Guide

More and more, people want to stay in their home for a lifetime. Learn how to make your house, apartment, or mobile home safer and comfortable for all stages of your life.

Creating Community Gardens for People of All Ages
Creating Community Gardens for People of All Ages

Community gardens can have many benefits – from improving health to alleviating food insecurity. Learn how to build invigorating and intergenerational community gardens and outdoor spaces.

AARP Walk Audit Tool Kit
AARP Walk Audit Tool Kit

Many communities are designed for automobiles with little consideration for pedestrians and their safety. Learn how to assess the safety and walkability of your community and how to inspire any needed change.

AARP Bike Audit Tool Kit
AARP Bike Audit Tool Kit

Most community streets just aren’t designed for the growing number of cyclists. Learn how to evaluate how safe your streets are for cyclists and how you can advocate for any needed improvements.

Veterans Home Modification Benefits Guide: Digital Edition
Veterans Home Modification Benefits Guide: Digital Edition

This guide connects veterans and military families with financial assistance programs to modify their homes. All information is free.

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