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.
Join us for Luminous Life, an interactive event designed to celebrate and uplift African American women. This event will feature inspiring speakers on caring for your crown, maximizing your health, and building your wealth. You will leave feeling inspired and empowered with information and resources to live a luminous life.
Welcome to AARP Michigan's dedicated hub for caregiving—a space designed to empower and support individuals navigating the intricate journey of caregiving.
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.
Executive order for Prescription Drug Advisory Task Force announced in State of the State address aims at curbing the skyrocketing costs of lifesaving and quality-of-life medications. AARP is leading a national campaign to cut prescription drug prices.
AARP Age-friendly program to be integrated into Michigan Aging & Adult Service Agency's three-year state plan. Community conversations in 16 communities will attempt to identify the highest needs of, and greatest opportunities for, older adults.
Tax-Aide is the nation's largest free tax preparation and assistance program. In Michigan last year, Tax-Aide helped more than 65,000 taxpayers and returns for those filers was more than $28 million. Help is provided at 150 sites across the state.
Veteran of non-profit, public and private sectors in Detroit, Price is the new AARP Michigan Associate State Director for Community Outreach in the metro area. 'She hits the ground running.'
Elijah E. Cummings Act caps out-of-pocket Rx costs, enables Medicare to negotiate lower drug prices, reinvests $500 billion in savings over 10 years back into Medicare for new dental, hearing, vision benefits.
Event scheduled for the Lansing Center Monday, Dec. 9 will be rescheduled in early 2020. Return to this space for updates. Sorry about any inconvenience.
A crowd of supporters of AARP's Rx Greed campaign turned out at a rally on the Detroit River to support measures that would cut prescription drug prices, including an importation bill currently in the Michigan Legislature.