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NOV 25, 2024
Discover games that spark joy, laughter and togetherness during the holiday season
NOV 25, 2024
The holidays are a time for connection, celebration and capturing memories—but let’s face it, navigating the digital world during the busiest season of the year can feel overwhelming. That’s where the 7-Day Smartphone Challenge comes in!
NOV 25, 2024
Thoughtful Ways to Show Appreciation for the Caregivers Who Do So Much
NOV 21, 2024
December is a month of universal celebration, where light, hope and renewal shine brightly against the backdrop of winter’s longest nights. Across the globe, this month brims with traditions that honor resilience and joy, drawing from stories of community and reflection. From the soft glow of candles in homes to the lively rhythm of parades and the warmth of festive feasts, December invites us to look back on the year’s journey, embrace the present with gratitude and welcome the future with hope. Ancient customs blend with modern festivities, showcasing the vibrant expressions of cultures that connect us across centuries and continents.
AARP is working with the Food Bank Council of Michigan and other organizations to help bridge the resulting gaps through legislation and community outreach.
Take a look below at our event offerings and opportunities - and be sure to watch for updates! Previously recorded virtual events are still available for viewing and may be found in the section below.
The 2023 Detroit Riverwalkers summer series, sponsored by AARP Michigan and hosted by the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy, will kick off on Tuesday, June 13.
Apply by May 29 to win $50,000 and a chance to appear on AARP digital channels
How to protect yourself and recover from preparer fraud and identity theft
In the early 1900s, the Greenwood neighborhood of Tulsa, Oklahoma, now called "Black Wall Street," was a vibrant and prosperous community. Despite the challenges and racial injustices they faced, residents of this community built a thriving neighborhood filled with successful Black-owned businesses, attorneys, doctors, and real estate agents. Their achievements were nothing short of remarkable and served as a beacon of hope for Black Americans nationwide.
According to federal data, identity theft in 2022 became the most prevalent form of fraud reported in Michigan, replacing impostor scams.
AARP Michigan Announces New State PresidentAARP Michigan announces the appointment of Lorri Rishar as its new State President, the top state volunteer post within the organization’s influential network of volunteers. As the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, AARP’s state presidents work in partnership with their respective state directors, staff and volunteers to lead AARP’s important advocacy and programmatic work. Rishar replaces outgoing volunteer state president Chris Holman who served in the role since 2016.
This week, just two months into its inaugural session, the members of the newly seated 102nd Michigan Legislature received a 20-page legislative call to action from AARP, the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older.
Statement from AARP Michigan Director Paula D. Cunningham on Legislature’s Repeal of Retirement Tax
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