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AARP Real Possibilities by AARP Michigan is a weekly TV show airing every Tuesday on ABC 53 in Lansing and Jackson at 9:00 am and ABC 4 West Michigan at noon.
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.
News and Notes from AARP Michigan
The Voices of Family Caregivers
AARP Michigan announced its 2024 Legislative Agenda yesterday during the annual lobby day at Heritage Hall, inside the Michigan Capitol Building. More than 50 dedicated volunteers engaged with legislators, representing both major parties and regions across Michigan.
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.
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.
The conversation continues! As we prepare for a historic election year, AARP Michigan is stepping forward to host an important and much-needed two-part virtual series as part of its MI Sisters & Friends call to action to identify and elevate issues important to women.
Michiganders who provide care for veterans spend on average $11,500 of their personal income on out-of-pocket costs related to caregiving each year—1.5 times higher than what other family caregivers spend ($7,242), according to AARP data. And 43 percent of veteran and military caregivers experienced at least one financial setback such as having to take on more debt or dip into personal savings, according to research from AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving.
AARP, the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older, announced today the priority issues on its 2023 Michigan Legislative Agenda. Approximately 3.9 million residents in Michigan are 50 and over, representing 39% of the state’s population.
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