2019 Call to Justice Honoree: Gary Bauer
By Marley Van Fossen, Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan On August 7, 2019, Elder Law of Michigan will honor Gary Bauer with the 2019 Joe D. Sutton Call to Justice Award for his elder abuse prevention work. The Joe D. Sutton Call to Justice Awards honor those that share the mission of Elder Law of Michigan, Inc. to advocate for, educate, and … Continue reading 2019 Call to Justice Honoree: Gary Bauer
2019 Call to Justice Honoree: Kate White
By Marley Van Fossen, Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan On August 7, 2019, Elder Law of Michigan will honor Kate White with the 2019 Joe D. Sutton Call to Justice Award for her elder abuse prevention work. The Joe D. Sutton Call to Justice Awards honor those that share the mission of Elder Law of Michigan, Inc. to advocate for, educate, and … Continue reading 2019 Call to Justice Honoree: Kate White
2019 Call to Justice Honoree: Mary Ablan
Marley Van Fossen, Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan On August 7, 2019, Elder Law of Michigan will honor Mary Ablan with the 2019 Joe D. Sutton Call to Justice Award for her elder abuse prevention work. The Joe D. Sutton Call to Justice Awards honor those that share the mission of Elder Law of Michigan, Inc. to advocate for, educate, and assist … Continue reading 2019 Call to Justice Honoree: Mary Ablan
Environmental Working Group: Protecting Your Health
By Grace DeRose-Wilson, Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan Have you ever looked at the ingredient list on a product and wondered what the ingredients are? How can you tell if the ingredients listed are safe to consume or use on your body? Knowing how chemicals affect your body is important, especially for older adults. According to the National Institute of Health, changes … Continue reading Environmental Working Group: Protecting Your Health
Beware of People Pretending to be from Social Security
By Vonda VanTil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Social Security is committed to protecting your personal information. We urge you to always be cautious and to avoid providing sensitive information such as your Social Security number (SSN) or bank account information to unknown people over the phone or internet. If you receive a call and aren’t expecting one, you must be extra careful. You can … Continue reading Beware of People Pretending to be from Social Security
Habitat for Humanity Home Repair Program
By Sheila Robison, MiCAFE Network Economic Security Team Member at Elder Law of Michigan Modifications and home improvements are crucial for most homeowners, especially for the senior citizen community. In current economic times, the expense of fixing up a home can be more than what is expected. Our pocketbooks are often not equipped to cover the costs of maintenance a home may need, and thus worry … Continue reading Habitat for Humanity Home Repair Program
(Mid-America Pension Rights Project) Michigan Sheet Metal Workers Pension Applies for Benefits Cuts
Via AI-CIO By Michael Katz The trustees of the Sheet Metal Workers Pension Fund of Troy, Michigan, have reapplied for approval from the US Department of Treasury of a proposed suspension of benefits. The fund’s actuaries have estimated that as of May 1, 2019, the pension is only 40.6% funded, and is projected to become insolvent in the plan year beginning May 1, 2033. According … Continue reading (Mid-America Pension Rights Project) Michigan Sheet Metal Workers Pension Applies for Benefits Cuts
Spruce up your Financial Plan with Social Security
By Vonda Vantil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Now that tax season is over, it’s probably a good time to evaluate some financial “best practices” for the rest of the year. A good spring-cleaning can clear out the clutter to let you see a clear path for your future. Social Security is always here to help. Even if you just started working, now is the … Continue reading Spruce up your Financial Plan with Social Security
(Mid-America Pension Rights Project): America’s Largest Musicians’ Union Announces Pension Cuts
Via WBOI By Jeff Lunden Trustees of the American Federation of Musicians and Employers’ Pension Fund (AFM-EPF) announced the evening of May 24 that they will apply to the U.S. Treasury for a reduction in member benefits, due to the AFM-EPF’s “critical and declining” status – meaning the fund is projected to run out of money in 20 years. The AFM represents 80,000 professionals in … Continue reading (Mid-America Pension Rights Project): America’s Largest Musicians’ Union Announces Pension Cuts
Social Security Honors and Supports Military Members
By Vonda Vantil, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist Every year, on Memorial Day, the nation honors service members who have given their lives for our freedom. Social Security acknowledges the sacrifice of our military’s service members, and we honor these heroes and their families who may need help through the benefits we provide. Widows, widowers, and their dependent children may be eligible for Social Security … Continue reading Social Security Honors and Supports Military Members