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.
Dr. Sandra Simmons, a veteran AARP Michigan Driver Safety instructor from Midland, has been selected to receive the Richard H. Austin Traffic Safety Award.
A bill that promises to expand health care access, especially in rural and other underserved areas of Michigan, won final passage today in the State Legislature.
AARP Michigan is part of the Michigan Dementia Coalition, which is developing a three-year plan for making the state more responsive to the needs of those with dementia. The coalition will publish its recommendations at the end of 2018 and share them with the new governor and lawmakers in early 2019.