AARP Michigan

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A new study from the AARP Public Policy Institute calculates that each dollar paid to Social Security beneficiaries in Michigan generates nearly two dollars in spending by individuals and businesses, adding about $55 billion in total economic output to the Michigan economy – and about $1.4 trillion to the national economy – in 2012.

AARP Michigan invites the Grand Rapids area community to an open house on Friday, Sept. 27 from 4-6 p.m. at the Cultural Center, 2250 E. Paris Ave. SE.

When you enroll for a health plan in the new Michigan Health Insurance Marketplace beginning Oct. 1, you won’t have to go it alone. There will be live navigators available to help.

From the Detroit Free Press

With key portions of the Affordable Care Act about to be implemented, AARP Michigan will deliver free, fact-based presentations on how the new health care law affects Michigan residents and their families.

Gov. Rick Snyder signed the Healthy Michigan bill today, improving the strength and health of the state with a stroke of the pen.

AARP Michigan is fighting to remove barriers that prevent guardians in our state from providing for their loved ones, regardless of where they live.

From the Michigan Public Service Commission

AARP Michigan received over 200 entries in this year’s “Why I Love My Grandparents” essay contest. Heartwarming essays from students throughout the state shared stories of love and the special bond shared between grandparents and grandchildren.

The state House today gave final passage to the Healthy Michigan legislation, which will provide Medicaid health care coverage to 470,000 uninsured people in the state.