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Publisher: AARP AgeLine Research Database 
 A searchable database of "abstracts of current social gerontology and aging-related research, policy, provider, and consumer books, articles, and reports." From AARP. http://www.aarp.org/research/surveys/stats/demo/agingtrends/articles/ageline_database.html?cmp=RDRCT-ageline Topics: Nonfiction by Genre, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Aug 31, 2009 Internet Resources on Aging
"Browse or search AARP's database ... and find more than 500 of the best sites for people over 50." Topics include genealogy, computers and technology, Medicare and Social Security information, classic 1950s TV shows, chat rooms, and more. Also covers statistics, research, and other areas of interest to gerontology professionals. http://www.aarp.org/internetresources/ Topics: Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Jul 13, 2005 AgeSource / AgeStats Worldwide
This page provides access to two databases on aging. AgeSource "identifies several hundred information resources in some 25 countries which are significant either in size or in their unique coverage of particular aging-related issues." AgeStats has "comparative statistical data that compare the situation of older adults across countries or regions around a variety of issues areas." Searchable individually or together; results may be narrowed by information type, geography, and language. From AARP. http://www.aarpinternational.org/database/ Topics: Senior Health, Seniors Last updated May 18, 2009 AARP: Policy and Research For Professionals in Aging
Contains "information on issues affecting the 50+ population." Includes "research publications, speeches, legal briefs," and more. Topics include health, medical care, money, and government. Searchable. http://www.aarp.org/research/ Topics: Federal (U.S.) Government, Finance, Investing, Jobs & Work, Senior Health, Seniors Last updated May 1, 2005 Voices of Civil Rights
This site collects and preserves "personal accounts of America's struggle to fulfill the promise of equality for all." The site features a searchable archive of short personal stories submitted by individuals, longer stories with audio and transcripts, a timeline back to 1868, a list of related sites, and a bibliography. A joint effort of AARP and the Leadership Conference on Civil Rights (LCCR). http://www.voicesofcivilrights.org/ Topics: Black Resources, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties Last updated May 24, 2004 Financial Planning and Retirement
Information about financial issues facing retirees. Topics include estate planning, financial advisors, insurance, investing and saving, and retirement income (such as individual retirement accounts, social security benefits, pensions, and annuities). Includes links to related information. From AARP. http://www.aarp.org/money/financial_planning/?source=google&sitrackingid=343711 Topics: Finance, Investing, Jobs & Work, Seniors Last updated Jun 22, 2005 AARP
"AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people age 50 and over." The site contains information on insurance, health, travel, housing, investing, benefits, and more. Also available in Spanish. http://www.aarp.org/ Topics: Seniors Last updated May 1, 2005 Reverse Mortgage Calculator
"This calculator provides approximate estimates for two nationally available reverse mortgage programs." The two loan programs used for the estimates are the federally-insured Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), and the Home Keeper Mortgage from Fannie Mae. Calculations are based on the age of the homeowner, and the value and location of the home. Includes links to additional material about reverse mortgages. From AARP. http://www.rmaarp.com Topics: Finance, Housing, Investing, Money, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Seniors Last updated Dec 14, 2005 AARP: Reverse Mortgages
This site dedicated to providing information about reverse mortgages includes a reverse mortgage calculator, basic information about reverse mortgages, alternatives to reverse mortgages, the booklet "Home Made Money: A Consumers Guide to Reverse Mortgages," and more. From AARP. http://www.aarp.org/money/personal/reverse_mortgages/ Topics: Finance, Housing, Investing, Money Last updated Jul 29, 2009 AARP: Health Care & Wellness
Collection of international resources on aging adult topics such as prescription drug importation, health IT, and health care quality and affordability. Includes speeches, event proceedings, research reports, and other publications. From AARP International. http://www.aarpinternational.org/topics/topics_list.htm?topic=1975 Topics: Senior Health Last updated Mar 18, 2008 AARP: Life After Loss
This compilation of grief resources provides contacts for bereavement support organizations, financial and legal steps to take when someone dies, details about claiming government and employee benefits, and guides for the newly widowed, coping with loss, understanding grief, and ways to remember those who have died. From AARP. http://www.aarp.org/family/lifeafterloss/ Topics: Death & Dying Last updated Sep 17, 2009 AARP Bulletin Today
Daily news and information of interest to older Americans. Topics include health (such as avoiding bad falls and living with Alzheimer's disease), money (such as John McCain and Barack Obama's views on taxes and Social Security), and lifestyle and home. Also get news from your state and see opinion pieces. From AARP. http://bulletin.aarp.org/ Topics: Senior Health, Seniors Last updated Nov 22, 2008 AARP: Grandparenting
This site features "resources to help grandparents in various family roles, and for the professionals who work with them." Topics include raising grandchildren, family relationships, financial health, sharing time with grandchildren, and providing child care. Provides data, reports, fact sheets, articles, and legal resources. From AARP. http://www.aarp.org/family/grandparenting/ Topics: Families Last updated Sep 1, 2009 Before You Enter a Check Cashing Store
Brief advice suggesting that consumers not "rely on check cashing stores to cash their payroll, government, or personal checks. These corner stores charge customers very high fees." Instead, consumers "can avoid paying high fees by opening or using a basic checking or savings account at a bank, savings and loan, or credit union." Also provides tips on what to ask about fees and obtaining a receipt when using a check cashing store. From AARP. http://www.aarp.org/money/credit_debt/a2002-10-04-CreditDebtFringeBanks.html Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Money Last updated Feb 25, 2008 Working Out: Raking Leaves
Safety tips for raking leaves, which "is considered moderate physical activity, similar to a brisk walk. ... It helps build upper-body strength, as well as core strength, or strength in your back and stomach." Covers posture and back safety, tips for leaf bagging, and other advice for leaf raking. From the AARP. http://www.aarp.org/health/fitness/work_out/a2004-10-27-rakingleaves.html Topics: Health, Medical Treatments & Devices Last updated Aug 26, 2008 A First Look at Older Americans and the Mortgage Crisis
"Homeowners age 50 and over have been significantly affected by the mortgage crisis, according to this first-ever analysis of data on the mortgage crisis by age. More than 684,000 homeowners age 50 and over were delinquent, were in foreclosure, or lost their homes during the six months ending December 2007." Read the full September 2008 report, which includes key findings, graphs and charts, and data sources. From AARP Public Policy Institute. http://www.aarp.org/research/ppi/cons-prot/fin-svcs/articles/i9_mortgage.html Topics: Housing, Seniors Last updated Oct 15, 2009 The Bear (Market) Necessities
This 2002 article addresses investment strategy for older investors whose retirement savings were negatively impacted by "the ferocious bear market that began in April 2000." Topics include how much and how soon to withdraw funds from a retirement account, diversifying retirement savings, and finding the right mix of stocks, bonds, and short-term investments. From AARP. http://bulletin.aarp.org/yourmoney/personalfinance/articles/thebearmarket.html Topics: Investing Last updated Nov 4, 2008 Job Loss Help
Information about financial and other help available to workers who lose or leave a job. "Workers pay the taxes that fund many of these services. Employers provide other services. If you qualify, it is your right to receive certain benefits." Describes health insurance protections (such as COBRA, HIPAA, Medicaid, and CHIP), financial help (such as unemployment insurance and Supplemental Security Income), where to get help in finding another job, and more. From AARP. http://www.aarp.org/money/careers/jobloss/a2004-04-28-transition.html Topics: Jobs & Work Last updated Nov 4, 2008 Get Ready for Digital TV
Preparation guide for June 2009 when "all television stations will stop sending out program signals on their analog channels." It notes that if "you already have a digital TV or if you have cable or satellite service you most likely don't need to do anything," and provides resources for those with analog sets and no cable/satellite service. Includes links to related content. From AARP. http://www.aarp.org/money/consumer/articles/digital_tv.html Topics: Television Last updated Feb 11, 2009 |
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