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Less Mess, Less Stress: Decluttering

Learn new habits to downsize, declutter and de-stress your life in 2026! Make this the year you lighten your load and open the door to new possibilities.

Tuesday, Jan 6, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CT

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Start the Year Off With an Organized Home

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how thoughtful home organizing can make life feel lighter and more comfortable. Take the next steps toward less stress.

Wednesday, Jan 7, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. CT

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Clean the Green Way

Get ready for guests the green way! Learn eco-friendly cleaning tips, DIY recipes and how to save money for a healthier home and planet.

Thursday, Jan 22, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. CT

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Small Grants Give Communities a Big Boost

A new electric trishaw for a nonprofit in Iowa City, Iowa, a ride-on-demand program for older adults in Hutchinson, Minnesota, and digital literacy classes for residents in multiple Kentucky locales…
AARP Community Challenge Grants

Since its debut in 2017, the AARP Community Challenge has invested $24.3 million in 2,100 livability projects, with a focus on meeting the needs of adults age 50 or older, including 42 grants and…
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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

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.

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

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.