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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… -
AARP Livability Index™ Ranks Lincoln in Top 10 U.S. Large Livable Communities
As part of the newly updated 2024 AARP Livability Index™ website, AARP announced Nebraska’s capital city, Lincoln, secured an impressive score, ranking 9th place on the Top 10 Livability Index for… -
AARP Nebraska Names Michelle O’Dea Recipient of the 2024 Andrus Award for Community Service
The most prestigious AARP volunteer award in the state.… -
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… -
Parks for People and Pups of All Ages
Off-leash dog parks are the fastest-growing type of park in the United States… -
Kitchens: The Heart of the Home
Though the kitchen is a place of togetherness, they harbor risks, and these dangers worsen as we age. … -
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.… -
Accessory Dwelling Units Provide Family-Friendly Housing Solutions for Changing Needs
An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a small residence sharing a single-family lot with a larger, primary dwelling. Often found in cities, suburbs, and rural areas, they're generally less visible… -
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.… -
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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.…
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