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An older adult reading to a child. Next Avenue

It's Never Too Late to Become a Grandparent

Become a foster grandparent and make an impact through love, support and service
May 24, 2023
Two people using power tools on a car. Next Avenue, second act, new career, firefighter

New Career After 60: Firefighter? Really?

The world’s oldest probationary firefighter, or probie, explains why he volunteered for the difficult and dangerous job
March 9, 2023
A group volunteering at the food bank. Next Avenue, new years resolutions, charity

Best New Year's Resolutions

Forget pledges to diet and exercise. Committing to help people less fortunate than you can be better for everyone.
January 5, 2023
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Spontaneous Volunteering

Want to donate your time and talent to nonprofit groups but can’t work regular hours? Consider event-based volunteer groups.
December 15, 2022
A group of volunteers putting up the framing for a house. Next Avenue,

Building Skills and Happiness as a Volunteer

After reading a book by Dr. Sanjay Gupta, the author was inspired to participate in a Habitat for Humanity project which led to new skills and camaraderie
October 13, 2022
A meals on wheels worker dropping off food. Next Avenue, Food insecurity among older adults

Food Insecurity May Be Closer Than You Think

Even in apparently affluent areas, some older adults lack reliable access to sufficient quantities of nutritious food
August 9, 2022
A group of volunteers volunteering for a beach clean-up. Next Avenue, volunteering ideas, retirement

Time and Talent to Spare? Consider Volunteering

Donating your experience and labor to charitable groups is a good way to build community and even improve your health
July 28, 2022
An older man and a younger person smiling while walking on a trail. Next Avenue, find purpose in retirement

An Active Retirement on the Appalachian Trail

Even after he 'stopped working,' Jim Fetig continues to tirelessly serve the country
May 26, 2022
A black and white photo of two men wearing military garb looking up toward a building. Next Avenue, Vietnam Vets, WWII vets, memorial day, greatest generation

What a Vietnam Vet Learned from World War II Vets

For Memorial Day, an appreciation of sacrifice, legacy and lessons shared
May 23, 2022
An older adult and young person standing together and smiling. Next Avenue, intergenerational friendship

Building Skills and a New Friendship — At Ages 96 and 19

Intergenerational relationships can be reciprocal and valuable
April 15, 2022
A group of protesters advocating for racial justice. Next Avenue

6 Ways to Advocate for Racial Justice From Home

The nation's COVID-19 pandemic needn't sideline you in this critical fight
January 14, 2022
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