AARP Michigan announces online and virtual events for March

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Lansing, MI — Every month, AARP offers quality programs and events that are free and open to the public, both online and in person. Check out what’s happening in March and register by using the provided links. To see a full menu of all upcoming events, visit aarpmi.org/events.

• Learn a Latte: Managing Medications as a Caregiver

As a caregiver, do you find yourself acting as a “pharmacist” while trying to keep track of multiple prescriptions? Learn how to manage medications for someone in your care, including tips for preventing potentially deadly mistakes.

• 10-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 1 (online event)
• Register here: https://events.aarp.org/ManagingMeds3-1

• Mental Health – Stories of Hope and Healing
  Helping others (or even ourselves) through a mental health crisis and thoughts of suicide can be challenging. Hear real stories of resilience and recovery and learn about resources for continued hope and healing.
  • 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, March 1 (online event)
  • Register here: https://events.aarp.org/StoriesofHope3-1
• Fraud Watch: How to Spot and Outsmart Scammers

Have you received an email, text message or call claiming your phone or gas service will be cut off unless if you don’t take immediate action? Has someone you met online asked for financial help? Every year, thousands of Americans are affected by scams and fraud – but you don’t have to be one of them. Learn the latest tricks scammers are using to steal your money and how you can outsmart them.

• 11:30 a.m. – Noon Tuesday, March 14 (online event)
• Register here: https://events.aarp.org/Fraud3-14

 Veterans and Spouses: Connect with Employment Opportunities on USAJobs!

• AARP Michigan and representatives from the Veteran Administration will discuss employment opportunities available for veterans and military spouses through USAJOBS. You’ll learns some helpful tips and have an opportunity to get questions answered.
  • 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 15 (online event)
  • Register here: https://events.aarp.org/USAJOBS
• AARP Disrupt Aging Book Club
  Join the Disrupt Aging Book Club in 2023 as they discuss the lighter side of life and topics related to aging. The March book is “Killers of a Certain Age” by Deanna Raybourn.
  • 10:30 a.m. – Noon Monday, March 27 (online event)
  • Register here: https://events.aarp.org/BookClub3-27

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About AARP
AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence and nearly 38 million members, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation’s largest circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit www.aarp.org, www.aarp.org/espanol or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspanol and @AARPadvocates, @AliadosAdelante on social media.