As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older Michiganders—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
To observe National Diabetes Month in November, AARP Michigan is making available an on-demand broadcast of its three-part “Demystifying Diabetes” series.
There are many options out there -- some high tech, some old school -- to stay connected with friends and family and still maintain social distancing during the long-lasting coronavirus pandemic.
U.S. Rep. Dan Kildee of Michigan's 5th Congressional District participated in a telephone town hall today hosted by AARP Michigan. He fielded questions from the listening audience dealing with protecting older adults at nursing homes, federal stimulus checks, coronavirus testing availability and other topics related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens, 11th Congressional District in Michigan, took questions on what's happening in Washington with the pandemic during a telephone town hall hosted by AARP Michigan. Participants asked about stimulus checks, small business relief, nursing homes and other topics.
What's happening with your stimulus check? How much is being spent to find a vaccine? Will there be more money for small business loans? U.S. Rep. Debbie Dingell fields these and other questions during teletown hall hosted by AARP Michigan.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel said during an AARP teletown hall that her office is getting thousands of calls about price gouging. Dr. Linda Peterson of McLaren says the coronavirus may change health care forever.
Congressman John Moolenaar participated in a tele-town hall with AARP Michigan providing information and taking questions from participants in the 4th congressional district.
AARP is providing information and resources about COVID-19 to help older Michiganders and their families protect themselves from the virus and prevent it from spreading to others.