"To serve, not to be served." -Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, AARP founder
Left to Right: Ms. Marcia Sipocz, Chapter President, Mr. Reynaldo Hernandez, State Advocate, Ms. Pat McQuade, State Advocate and Chapter Board Member
NOTE: The 2020 Meetings won't resume until April.
AARP Greater St. Joseph Valley Chapter #270
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with a membership of more than 37 million that helps people 50+ have independence, choice, and control in ways that are beneficial to them and society as a whole.
AARP is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as we age. We lead positive social change and deliver value to members through information, advocacy and service.
AARP also provides a wide range of unique benefits, special products, and services for our members.
The Michiana Chapter meets and organizes to benefit those over 50 in our local community. We have unique issues and needs.
History of AARP and Founder Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus
Please see our "Local Events" for the next meeting topic. We hope to see you there! Our meetings are free and open to the public.
AARP’s Fraud Watch Network can help you spot and avoid scams. Sign up for free “watchdog alerts," review our scam-tracking map, or call our toll-free fraud helpline at 877-908-3360 if you or a loved one suspect you’ve been a victim.
Sign-up for Alerts: https://cp.email.aarp.org/fraudwatchsignup?intcmp=AE-SCM-FRD-CTA-ALRT
AARP Website: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/helpline/
Sign-up for Alerts: https://cp.email.aarp.org/fraudwatchsignup?intcmp=AE-SCM-FRD-CTA-ALRT
AARP Website: https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/helpline/
Medicare Update on Changes - We will be having one on Nov 4, 2019
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In November, we will be covering SHIIP and "Medicare and You". For Medicare phone #'s Click Here
Rx Price Gouging in Indiana
https://www.aarp.org/content/dam/aarp/politics/advocacy/2019/07/new-indiana-rx-state-factsheet-final.pdf
https://www.aarp.org/content/dam/aarp/politics/advocacy/2019/07/new-indiana-rx-state-factsheet-final.pdf
AARP Driver Safety Classes
AARP Driver Safety Course - Forever Learning Institute at Little Flower Church, 54191 Ironwood Road near Douglas Road.
It will cover:
Defensive Driving Techniques
Proven Safety Strategies
New Traffic Laws
There are no tests to pass.
To pre-register call Andrew Betts at 574-272-4222.
The Class is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members.
For more information: www.aarp.org/drive
It's possible, if your insurance company participates, that you could receive a discount on your car insurance for attending.
It will cover:
Defensive Driving Techniques
Proven Safety Strategies
New Traffic Laws
There are no tests to pass.
To pre-register call Andrew Betts at 574-272-4222.
The Class is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members.
For more information: www.aarp.org/drive
It's possible, if your insurance company participates, that you could receive a discount on your car insurance for attending.
Tax Assistance at the Libraries
In the news...
I need to know where the candidates stand on Social Security – and I'm counting on you to ask!
If the next President doesn't tackle Social Security head-on, benefits could be cut by up to 25% in less than twenty years. Yet in debate after debate, moderators from the major TV networks haven't asked the Presidential candidates where they stand on this critical issue. Or if they do ask, they let the candidates get away with soundbites instead of specifics.
Anyone who wants to be President should have a plan to keep Social Security strong. And the networks that host the Presidential debates have a responsibility to ask about it – and get real answers.
I urge CNN, Fox News, and the other networks to give Social Security the attention it deserves.
If the next President doesn't tackle Social Security head-on, benefits could be cut by up to 25% in less than twenty years. Yet in debate after debate, moderators from the major TV networks haven't asked the Presidential candidates where they stand on this critical issue. Or if they do ask, they let the candidates get away with soundbites instead of specifics.
Anyone who wants to be President should have a plan to keep Social Security strong. And the networks that host the Presidential debates have a responsibility to ask about it – and get real answers.
I urge CNN, Fox News, and the other networks to give Social Security the attention it deserves.
Special interests – like insurance and drug companies – make out like bandits.
The rest of us? We get stuck with HUGE premium hikes.
The bill includes an "age tax" that would force Americans age 50 to 64 to pay THOUSANDS more for health care.
It weakens Medicare – that could open the door to benefit cuts or turning Medicare into vouchers.
Between the age tax and the reduced tax credits, premiums will soar, and rate hikes could be as high as $8,000 more just to keep the same coverage.
The problem with health care is skyrocketing costs – and that won't get fixed with $200 billion in handouts to drug, insurance, and medical device companies.
Congress should work for ordinary Americans, not to line the pockets of special interests.
That's why AARP is opposing this bill – and we need you to stand with us.
AARP is 38 million members strong. We're nonpartisan, nonprofit, and nationwide. And when we speak up together, Congress must listen. We won't sit by while millions see their premiums skyrocket and their benefits put at risk – while insurance and drug companies get even richer.
Stand with us – and tell your Representative to vote NO on the American Health Care Act.
Sincerely,
Fred Griesbach
AARP Campaigns
P.S. Want to learn more about AARP's objections to this bill? Read our letter to Congress.
The rest of us? We get stuck with HUGE premium hikes.
The bill includes an "age tax" that would force Americans age 50 to 64 to pay THOUSANDS more for health care.
It weakens Medicare – that could open the door to benefit cuts or turning Medicare into vouchers.
Between the age tax and the reduced tax credits, premiums will soar, and rate hikes could be as high as $8,000 more just to keep the same coverage.
The problem with health care is skyrocketing costs – and that won't get fixed with $200 billion in handouts to drug, insurance, and medical device companies.
Congress should work for ordinary Americans, not to line the pockets of special interests.
That's why AARP is opposing this bill – and we need you to stand with us.
AARP is 38 million members strong. We're nonpartisan, nonprofit, and nationwide. And when we speak up together, Congress must listen. We won't sit by while millions see their premiums skyrocket and their benefits put at risk – while insurance and drug companies get even richer.
Stand with us – and tell your Representative to vote NO on the American Health Care Act.
Sincerely,
Fred Griesbach
AARP Campaigns
P.S. Want to learn more about AARP's objections to this bill? Read our letter to Congress.
What AARP does for the Community
Indiana State Award Winners from our Chapter
Congratulations to Penny Hughes on the "Community Leadership Award" and to Rey Hernandez for the "District Impact Team Award"
This year we celebrate our 50th Year as a chapter in Michiana. We are one of the oldest Chapters in the country. Join us in celebrating this great accomplishment. Join us for cake, fun and friendship! We are celebrating on July 7th, 1:30 pm at the Sanctuary at St. Paul's on Ironwood.
As part of our Celebration we will be honoring 9 of our members. Here is an overview of their generous contriubtions to both our Chapter and our community. Click Here
NEW!
Check out our new "Safety Tips" page for information on Medical Safety, Home & Personal Security, Online Computer Security and Preventing Identity Theft.
Voter Information for St. Joseph County, Indiana. Find out which candidates are supporting Senior friendly legislation.
With the upcoming elections AARP is alerting voters to key issues: www.AARP.org/YourVote
With the upcoming elections AARP is alerting voters to key issues: www.AARP.org/YourVote
Our meetings are free and open to the public
AARP Michiana President Marcia Sipocz
Welcome to Michiana's AARP! Our meetings are free and open to the public. We meet on the first Monday's of the month at Sanctuary at St. Paul's on Ironwood Drive. If you are over 50 and interested in impacting our community in a positive way, we invite you to join us!
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