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Washington's "Caring for Caregivers" video podcast series features discussions with local experts, community leaders, and caregivers just like you on a range of topics to help you along your caregiving journey.

more than 6.5 million veteran and military caregivers provide $14 billion in unpaid labor

Public Hearings in November and December Offer Ratepayers Opportunity to Provide Testimony

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.

Join us for a free virtual seminar in your area to explore Social Security eligibility requirements, how age, employment and marital status factor in, and helpful tools like the AARP Social Security Resource Center.

In anticipation of this winter’s heating costs, AARP Massachusetts has been encouraging people to apply for LIHEAP, a federal heating assistance program. Households may also be able to get related help with weatherization and appliance repairs.

As retirement anxiety looms high in Michigan, many advocates are pushing for a state-facilitated program that will improve retirement savings for employees of small businesses.

Five utility companies in the state have requested rate increases, saying they're needed to improve infrastructure, cover operating and maintenance costs, and comply with new state clean energy mandates. But consumer advocates argue the rate increases would hurt residents, especially older adults.

Certain low-income tenants in Delaware will be entitled to free legal representation in eviction proceedings and other landlord disputes under a new law supported by AARP Delaware and other groups.

If you own a home in Montgomery County and have an extra room or an accessory dwelling unit, a free program can help you find a compatible renter to defray expenses, share household chores and enjoy some company.