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AARP is urging state lawmakers to expand Michigan’s Homestead Property Tax Credit. The credit, which was claimed by 27 percent of all Michigan households in 2023, provides a state-tax refund for qualifying homeowners based on factors such as household income and a home’s taxable value. Renters can claim the credit, too, on the assumption that a portion of property tax is passed on to them in rent.
Join us for Luminous Life, an interactive event designed to celebrate and uplift African American women. This event will feature inspiring speakers on caring for your crown, maximizing your health, and building your wealth. You will leave feeling inspired and empowered with information and resources to live a luminous life.
This October, WDIV-TV, the most watched TV station in the Great Lake State, joins forces with two of the Great Lakes State’s largest statewide organizations – AARP Michigan and the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, both with highly engaged voters – to present a prime-time U.S. Senate candidate debate for the open seat held by Sen. Debbie Stabenow since 2001.
AARP Michigan is pleased to announce significant victories in the recently passed FY25 state budget, marking advancements for the protection, care, and financial security of older residents in Michigan. The budget reflects AARP Michigan’s dedicated advocacy and the persistent efforts to improve the quality of life for Michiganders aged 50 and older.
Today, AARP announced six organizations throughout Michigan will receive 2024 Community Challenge grants – part of AARP’s largest investment in communities to date with $3.8 million awarded among 343 organizations nationwide. Grantees will implement quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places, transportation, housing, digital connections and more, with an emphasis on the needs of adults ages 50 and older.
The drugstore chain announced more store closures in Michigan as part of the company's restructuring following its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in 2023. This significant change underscores the importance of accessible healthcare services for older adults who rely on these pharmacies.
AARP Michigan is proud to announce the City of Detroit has officially joined the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities. This significant milestone reflects the City's commitment to creating a more livable environment for residents of all ages, particularly its older adults. Detroit joins a growing movement of communities dedicated to enhancing the quality of life through thoughtful and inclusive urban planning.