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Cook Fresh This Summer

August is the perfect time to enjoy a bounty of fresh vegetables. Harvested at their peak, these veg...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 08-27-2025

hearing aid battery users

I wonder if AARP is aware of how many seniors are adversely affected by having to deal with heari...

LeslieLouise47 Contributor 08-26-2025

COVID VACCINE MISINFORMATION

In reading, listening, and talking to people, I've learned there is so much misinformation about the...

RosemaryF433825 Bronze Conversationalist 08-25-2025

Is Alcohol Bad for You?

A glass of wine with dinner or a beer at a sporting event — how do these impact your brain health? R...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 08-23-2025

Exercise More Purposefully

Cardiovascular exercise can help you maintain a healthy weight, improve your mental health and reduc...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 08-20-2025

Make Your Meal Planning Easy

You want to eat right — of course you do. It’s one of the six pillars of brain health. At AARP® Stay...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 08-13-2025

Build Your Problem-Solving Skills

Good problem-solving skills are essential for feeling healthy and remaining independent as you age. ...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 07-30-2025

Wheelchair Cleanings

If you are in New York City, you can receive a free wheelchair cleaning and repair session by reachi...

JeremywillingeJ838255 Newbie 07-29-2025

The Power of Social Connections

Social connections have an amazing impact on our lives and well-being. Having strong relationships w...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 07-09-2025

The Brain-Gut Connection

The brain and gut are closely connected, constantly communicating with each other. This means that w...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 07-02-2025

Back to Health Basics

June is Brain Awareness Month, a great time to focus on building lifelong, healthy habits. Explore t...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 06-25-2025

Coping With Memory Loss Concerns

It’s natural to wonder about memory loss as we get older. One way to assess your current performance...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 06-18-2025

Give Yourself Some ‘Me Time’

We all seek emotional well-being, but it takes time and effort. Are you feeling sad or depressed or ...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 06-11-2025

Where do i find a counselor and friends who will put up with a bitter old man?

28 years ago, I gave up my fast growing career when my wife threatened to take my 3 kids and leave m...

JonM592499 Periodic Contributor 06-08-2025

Back to Health Basics

June is Brain Awareness Month, a great time to focus on building lifelong, healthy habits. Explore t...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 06-04-2025

6 Powerful Habits That Support Your Brain

Quality sleep, regular exercise and engaging your brain are habits that help support good brain heal...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 05-29-2025

Explore 7 Ways to Support Heart and Brain Health

The message keeps getting clearer: What’s good for the heart is good for the brain. Read this articl...

MargaretS414748 Contributor 05-22-2025

What are 5 common memory lapses?

As we get older, it’s normal to forget things here and there, and it doesn’t mean dramatic memory lo...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 05-22-2025

Debunking Brain Myths

Think brain health declines are inevitable? Think again. Research is breaking down common misconcept...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 05-21-2025

A Body in Motion Stays Energized

How often do you walk, stretch or play a sport? Staying active keeps your body and mind engaged. Try...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 05-15-2025

would you know a place I could get councilor for helping with retirement?

My spouse is having trouble with retirement and we were trying to find out if there is any place t...

LauraC574010 Newbie 05-12-2025

Develop an Attitude of Gratitude

Whether it’s an unexpected bill, health challenge or life-changing event, stress affects us all. Dis...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 05-07-2025

Add Latin Flair to Your Menu

Looking to spice up your next dinner recipe? Our new recipes, infused with bold Latin American flavo...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-23-2025

The Soothing Sounds of Music

Whether I’m feeling happy or sad, listening to music gives me comfort. That’s a common experience. T...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-19-2025

Is Digital Clutter Affecting Your Health?

Research shows that clutter may ramp up stress levels. Get 4 tips to declutter your mobile devices i...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-16-2025

Recommendatons for daily check-in services

Hi. I hope I'm posting this in the correct forum. Please let me know if there's one that's more ap...

ElyceB Periodic Contributor 04-10-2025

Can Friends Contribute to Your Happiness?

Strong relationships and lasting social bonds not only boost emotional well-being but also support c...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-09-2025

7 Stress Busters

Stress can harm the body and brain. A recent study found that chronic stress was linked to a higher ...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 04-02-2025

Join a Research Study

AARP® Staying Sharp® partners with leading universities to research health, habits and cognitive agi...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 03-19-2025

Does Music Make You Happy?

4 Ways Meditation Enhances Happiness

Can meditating make you feel happier? Research suggests it can. By calming and quieting the mind, m...

AARPMaggie Community Concierge 03-05-2025

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