Wisconsin News
By: States: Wisconsin Source: AARP.org Date Posted:
AARP Wisconsin Appoints New State President
AARP Wisconsin announces the appointment of Albert W. Majkrzak of Madison to the two-year position of State President. This is the highest state-level position within the nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that has more than 840,000 members statewide and more than 39 million nationwide.
AARP Brings Divided We Fail to La Crosse June 5-7, 2008
Celebrate AARP’s 50th Anniversary and learn about the Divided We Fail initiative at various La Crosse events.
Advisory About Economic Stimulus Package
Learn more about the economic stimulus payments and whether you, a family member, or a friend qualify.
Danger Ahead
Traffic in work zones many times result in death or injury to those trying to keep the streets safe.
WisconsinEye Brings Citizens into the Political Loop
The WisconsinEye Network, much like AARP, is committed to exposing Wisconsinites to the work being done by our State Legislature and finding new ways to inform and invigorate citizens to become educated on issues, actively participate in the process and express their own political views.
SeniorCare Might Be Just What the Doctor Ordered for Some Wisconsinites
As Wisconsinites consider their options during the Medicare Part D enrollment period, which begins Nov. 15, they may want to consider enrolling in SeniorCare. Unlike Medicare Part D, citizens 65-plus can sign up for SeniorCare anytime they wish.
CarFit Drives to Improve Safety, Comfort Behind the Wheel
The new CarFit program will help drivers fit better and feel more comfortable in their vehicles, which will contribute to safer driving. At each CarFit event, drivers go through a 12-point checklist to make sure they can perform basic functions in their car.
Surveyed Wisconsinites Want Health Care Reform Now
Nearly all respondents to a recently released AARP Wisconsin survey said the state’s health care system needs to be reformed. Only 2 percent of those surveyed said the state’s health care system has no problems, while 62 percent said it either has “major problems” or is in a “state of crisis.”
Employees Can Learn to Protect Themselves from Fraud
AARP Wisconsin is teaming up with several organizations to offer businesses a free in-service program to educate employees about fraud prevention.
Free Legal Guide for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
AARP Wisconsin has developed a free legal guide for grandparents who are raising grandchildren read more about how to obtain your free copy.
Freeze Your Credit, Protect Your Identity
The Credit Freeze Act will protect Wisconsinites against identity theft.
Get Ready for Digital TV
Tips to prepare you for the switch to digital television — a “must read” for anyone who owns a TV.
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