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AARP Michigan
Stay up-to-date with happenings for Michiganders 50-plus
APR 1, 2025
In 2024, consumers in Michigan reported fraud losses totaling $204 million — up from $60 million in 2020. To combat such fraud, AARP is organizing events and pushing for policies to help older adults learn about and prevent scams.
MAR 26, 2025
Welcome to AARP Michigan's dedicated hub for caregiving—a space designed to empower and support individuals navigating the intricate journey of caregiving. At AARP, we understand the profound impact that caregiving has on individuals, families and communities. We understand YOU. Whether you're providing care for a loved one or seeking guidance on navigating the challenges of caregiving, our resources and advocacy initiatives are here to offer valuable insights, expert advice, and support.
MAR 24, 2025
For nearly 90 years, Social Security has served as the bedrock of retirement security in the United States. Nearly 67 million Americans rely on its benefits — retirees, people with disabilities, survivors and dependents alike. But today, the program is under extraordinary strain. Budget shortfalls, rising demand and administrative challenges are converging in ways that threaten both its integrity and accessibility.
MAR 19, 2025
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a significant and unexpected change requiring certain customer service requests to be handled in person, eliminating the ability for many Americans to get assistance by phone. This shift, set to take effect in just two weeks, could create unnecessary barriers for millions—especially older adults, people with disabilities, and rural residents who may have to travel long distances or take time off work just to access basic Social Security services.
Healing a Nation with a Day of Giving
Karen Kafantaris of AARP Michigan is among the 2016 recipients of the Elder Law of Michigan Joe D. Sutton Call to Justice Awards.
Join AARP Michigan as we honor and support those who have served by helping Michigan veterans and their families access benefits and resources during events at four locations in late August and September.
By Jean Doss
Every 2 seconds, someone’s identity gets stolen.
Eric Schneidewind of Lansing, former AARP Michigan State President, stopped in for an interview about his new position as national AARP’s lead volunteer on Michigan’s Big Show with Michael Patrick Shiels this week.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – A new survey from AARP says busy consumers relying on the convenience of public wireless networks to keep up-to-date on email, social networks, shopping and even their finances often put their sensitive personal information at risk. The AARP Fraud Watch Network today launches a "Watch Your Wi-Fi" campaign to educate Americans about Wi-Fi hazards and how they can protect themselves. As part of the campaign, AARP has also begun encouraging businesses that maintain free wireless networks for their customers to participate in the educational effort.
Each year, AARP Michigan publishes its annual State Legislative Agenda, which it shares with Michigan's State Representatives, State Senators, the Governor, AARP members, volunteers and the public.
Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, the Flint pediatrician who relentlessly called attention to lead poisoning issues in the Flint water supply, has been named the winner of the 2016 Stephen J. Gools Award for Social Change sponsored by AARP Michigan.
The AARP state office wants Michiganders to know about a new law that aims to improve communication between hospitals and family caregivers.
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