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.
AARP Executive Vice President Nancy LeaMond sends letter to U.S. House and U.S. Senate Appropriations Committees calling for federal investments in diagnostics, treatment, vaccine development, outreach and education.
The Stephen J. Gools Award for Social Change was presented to Northpointe Community Church of DeWitt for erasing medical debts for thousands of people. The Andrus Award went to a Grand Blanc couple who stepped in and saved a Flint food distribution house.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issues executive order launching the Prescription Drug Task Force. Members include Republican and Democratic legislators and administration department heads.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer proposed in her State of the State address a Prescription Drug Pricing Advisory Task Force with an eye to cutting skyrocketing costs that are hurting Michigan families.