Nine free, downloadable handbooks can help military veterans and their families and caregivers navigate health benefits, home modification options, job searching, personal finances — and more.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, military veterans account for about 6 percent of the nation's civilian adult population. Nearly 28 percent of all American veterans are now 75 or older.
Communities nationwide need suitable housing for older adults, people with disabilities, and households of differing ages, sizes and income levels. The free, downloadable AARP Housing Design Competition Tool Kit explains how local leaders and problem solvers can encourage the creation of creative housing options.