Caregiving can be challenging, especially for family caregivers of those living with dementia. Have you ever wondered if there is a more positive approach you can take in your journey caring for a loved one with dementia? Join AARP Michigan at a free, virtual event on May 29 to learn more.
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.
AARP is championing a plan to increase resources for family caregivers across the state. It would include the expansion of caregiver resource centers and the creation of a statewide website with evidence-based educational and training materials.
As the holiday season approaches, the quest for unique and personalized gifts has led many to explore the world of DNA testing. Ancestry and heritage research, uncovering potential health risks and building family trees have become increasingly popular motivations for submitting DNA samples. However, beneath the allure of these discoveries lies a cautionary tale, as safety raises significant concerns.
Released today, Disrupting Disparities: Retirement Savings and Food Security reveals concerning issues related to retirement and food security among Michigan’s older adults. This study, prepared by AARP Michigan and Public Sector Consultants, highlights challenges older adults in Michigan face in two policy areas: ensuring savings for retirement through employment, and access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food that meets older adults’ dietary needs.
For the first time since AARP began publishing the Scorecard in 2011, more than half of Medicaid long-term care dollars nationwide for older adults and people with physical disabilities went to home- and community-based services instead of nursing homes and other institutions.