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News and Notes from AARP Michigan

Welcome to AARP Michigan's dedicated hub for caregiving—a space designed to empower and support individuals navigating the intricate journey of caregiving.

Tune in for the Detroit Mayoral Debate on Monday, June 16th at 7:00 p.m. EST, broadcast live on WDIV Channel 4.

For nine decades, Social Security has been a stable and reliable foundation of retirement security for millions of Americans—and we believe it must remain that way for generations to come.

Social Security is a critical part of your retirement income. Whether you're nearing retirement or planning for the future, it's essential to understand how your benefits work and how to protect them.

This year, AARP Michigan is urging state legislators to provide tax relief for family caregivers.

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.

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.

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.

AARP Michigan's 2025 Michigan State Legislative Agenda is now available