Monday, January 13th, 2025
Older Adults Should Plan to Get Help Early This Tax Season Many seniors turn to their senior center or other community resources for help with their taxes. This year, many centers still have limited appointments available, making it critical for seniors and family caregivers to reach out early to get an appointment booked: 2025 Tax Assistance for Seniors in Southeast Michigan All Counties: Accounting Aid Society: 3031 W. Grand River Blvd., Suite 470. ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, November 5th, 2024
The inflation squeeze means this holiday season may be especially tough for many seniors in southeast Michigan and metro Detroit. Our Information and Assistance team has gathered a list of resources available for seniors during Thanksgiving and the upcoming holiday season. We have divided the information according to each of the six counties we serve: Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair and Washtenaw. Find your county to connect with resources in ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, October 1st, 2024
SORRY--OUR FAMILY CAREGIVER CONNECTIONS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT While caring for an aging loved one can be a rewarding, life-enriching experience, it can also sometimes be difficult. Family caregivers often neglect their own needs and can struggle to find the support they need. Family Caregiving Connections: Learn, Link, and Lunch will give caregivers a day that is all about them. You'll be the focus. We'll help you find information and inspiration, while ...
Continue ReadingMonday, August 26th, 2024
Dangerous heat is back in southeast Michigan. A heat advisory has been issued for all of southeast Michigan through tonight at 10 pm. However, temperatures are expected to hover in the upper 80s and 90s, at least through Thursday, Aug. 29. We are urging older adults to take precautions to keep themselves safe, and we are urging people to check on older friends, family, and neighbors — especially those who do ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, April 16th, 2024
AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services is holding a virtual public hearing to gather input about the use of federal and state funding earmarked for senior services in the 2025 fiscal year. Public Hearing Details: DATE: Friday, May 17, 2024 TIME: 12:00 pm VIA ZOOM: tinyurl.com/AgeWaysListen PHONE IN: (312) 626-6799/ Meeting ID: 844 242 4714 The Annual Implementation Plan forum will take feedback on plans for spending $26 million during fiscal year 2025 in the six-county region served ...
Continue ReadingFriday, March 29th, 2024
As older adults begin thinking about the future, understanding the different types of senior living options is an important first step. Whether you're planning ahead or need immediate support, knowing the differences between independent living, assisted living, memory care, and other housing options can help you make a confident, informed decision. Here’s a breakdown of what each option typically includes—and what to consider as you explore what’s best for your lifestyle, ...
Continue ReadingMonday, November 6th, 2023
Both the Administration for Community Living and the Michigan Attorney General are warning seniors and people with disabilities about scam calls coming from people claiming to be from the Administration for Community Living’s (ACL) Eldercare Locator or the Disability Information & Access Line (DIAL). These callers are using the term “Eldercare” or “Eldercare Locator.” In some cases, they are also claiming to be from Social Security or Medicare. Callers are ...
Continue ReadingFriday, September 29th, 2023
Choosing a Medicare Plan Can Be Confusing. Choosing the Wrong Plan Can Be Costly Medicare Annual Enrollment is happening from October 15 - December 7. It's the time of year when people already enrolled in Medicare can make changes and choice for the upcoming year. During this time, beneficiaries can: Switch from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan, or vice versa Make choices about Part D Prescription plans During this time ...
Continue ReadingMonday, May 8th, 2023
A study out of the University of Michigan found that people between 65 and 80 years old living in their own homes had an easier time coping with anxiety and other mental health challenges than younger folks during the Covid pandemic. In fact, those findings of the University of Michigan’s Healthy Aging Poll are pretty much the same in non-pandemic times: Older adults adapt better to crisis situations. “It’s resilience, wisdom, the ...
Continue ReadingThursday, April 6th, 2023
Virtual Public Hearing via Zoom May 11, 2023 1:00 pm AgeWays is holding a virtual public forum to gather comments on its implementation plan for approximately $26 million in annual federal and state funding earmarked for senior services in its six-county service region during fiscal year 2024, which runs from October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024. The hearing will happen via Zoom on Thursday, May 11, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. The AgeWays service ...
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