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News and Notes from AARP Michigan

Explore advice, resources and tips to help make your caregiving easier and more rewarding

This blog is part of the Care Package series, designed to support caregivers with actionable tips and resources. Check out the full series here.

The annual program aims to make communities in Michigan more livable for people of all ages

When temperatures start to fall in Michigan, one thing is certain: you’ll start to use more natural gas to heat your home, which can lead to higher energy bills.

Español AARP strongly supports the Paid Family Leave program because family caregivers who work shouldn’t have to choose between caring for a loved one and making a living.

English AARP apoya fuertemente el programa de Permiso Familiar Pagado porque los cuidadores familiares que trabajan no deberían tener que elegir entre cuidar a un ser querido y ganarse la vida.

It Takes More than Love to Care for a Loved One.Every day over 800,000 Washingtonians perform a great labor of love: caring for older parents, spouses, and other loved ones so they can remain at home—where they want to be.

Taking grandchildren to a museum can be a rewarding experience.

The SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022 introduced major updates to retirement savings, offering greater flexibility for individuals managing their 401(k) plans. These changes, effective in 2024, allow easier access to retirement funds for emergencies and adjust required minimum distribution (RMD) rules. While the updates are helpful, it’s important to weigh the long-term impact of these decisions on your financial future.