Dear Ann Landers: Valentines for Vets
For 11 years, Ann's readers have opened their hearts to America's hospitalized veterans by sending cards and letters to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers across the country through her "Valentines for Vets" program. Please continue to remember those who have defended our country.

HUD Homes for Sale
The Department of Housing and Urban Development sells properties at reduced prices that you might want to buy! On this site, you can check out listings of HUD homes in your area and get mortgage tips and a mortgage calculator. If you want to buy a HUD home, contact a real estate broker in your area who is authorized to sell HUD homes (most are). You can request HUD to pay all or a portion of the financing and closing costs!

Buying a Safer Car 2000
Got your eye on a new car? Think safety. Check out this site before you go to a dealer. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has probably already crashed the car you want. You can get a safety score comparing it to other vehicles. You can also get safety features and buying tips.

Find a Nursing Home Online
Do you need to find a nursing home for yourself, your spouse, or a parent? The Health Care Financing Administration's online database provides understandable information about the performance of every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country. Just enter your zip code or state to get homes closest to you.