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AUG 8, 2025
Eighty years ago, the world witnessed the end of one of the most devastating conflicts in human history - World War II. The Greatest Generation, those who fought in or supported the American and Allied forces during WWII, embodied a spirit of unity, perseverance and selflessness.
AUG 1, 2025
Rising housing costs and inflation have hit Michigan families hard in recent years, especially older adults with low or moderate incomes. According to a recent AARP study, 82 percent of adults 45 and older are concerned that increasing property taxes would impact their ability to remain in their home as they age.
JUL 30, 2025
AARP Michigan believes that when the places where we live are better able to support people of all ages, improving the quality of life for the very young, the very old, and everyone in between, everyone wins.
JUL 29, 2025
Learning a new language. Building a birdhouse in a woodworking class. Improving public speaking skills. Doing yoga while researching the history of the practice. These are just a few of the interests individuals who consider themselves "lifelong learners" have.
Advocating for Michigan's Retirement Security with a Public-Private Retirement Savings Option
Beginning in February and continuing until the end of tax season, AARP Foundation is providing complimentary tax preparation across Michigan through its Tax-Aide program.
In collaboration with the Carr Center and Bedrock Detroit, join AARP Michigan during Black History Month for a unique series of in-person and virtual events celebrating Black culture and the arts. From storytelling to African American classical music and the art of quilting, AARP will shine a spotlight on Black artists, their work and their impact. Register online at the links below or call 877-926-8300.
“In advance of Governor Whitmer’s State of the State Address this week, AARP Michigan urges state leaders to provide relief for the estimated 1.73 million Michiganders who provide care for a loved one. We understand their struggle. According to an AARP national study, family caregivers on average spend $7,242 annually of their own income on caregiving. To ease this significant burden, AARP calls for the establishment of a caregiving tax credit that would help lessen the personal financial strain experienced by Michigan family caregivers across our state.
Celebrating nonprofit founders 50+making a difference in their communities
Fun and Social Ways to Conquer the Winter Blues
The annual program aims to make communities in Michigan more livable for people of all ages
Experience for HireExperience for Hire is a collaborative project intended to rethink hiring in Michigan by connecting employers with experienced, qualified job seekers age 50 and over who are seeking full- or part-time opportunities to put their valuable skills to work.
AARP is championing a plan to increase resources for family caregivers across the state. It would include the expansion of caregiver resource centers and the creation of a statewide website with evidence-based educational and training materials.
Michigan voters should be aware of a number of important changes to election processes before heading to the polls this year.
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