Tuesday, February 7th, 2023
Caring for a loved one can be incredibly rewarding—but it can also be overwhelming. As a family caregiver, it’s important to take time to rest and recharge. Still, finding a break that works for you and your loved one isn’t always easy. Whether it's cost, trust, or simply knowing where to begin, barriers can get in the way. To help, we’ve put together a quick guide to different types of respite ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, November 29th, 2022
The holidays are upon us again. (How did that happen so fast?) If you are a caregiver, the season might be a crazy emotional mix—equal parts stress, joy, sticky family dynamics, nostalgia, and maybe a sprinkle of anticipatory grief. So how do you get through this busy season as an already overwhelmed caregiver? Here are some tips to help you make it through to the New Year. Keep It Simple and ...
Continue ReadingMonday, August 1st, 2022
Stretched by Inflation? Save a Buck or Three with these Tips Everything seems to be more expensive today. And while you can’t fight inflation, you can find ways to substantially save money. There are assistance programs that can reduce utility costs, lessen the pinch at the supermarket, and offset Medicare costs. Find tips and resources below that can help you keep more of your money: Save on Medicare Costs You might be financially eligible ...
Continue ReadingFriday, July 1st, 2022
An On-Demand Educational Video for Family Caregivers Who Are Caring for a Loved One with Dementia or Alzheimer's Jim Mangi, a volunteer from the Alzheimer's Association Michigan Chapter, recently presented the webinar: Dementia Conversation—Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial Planning. This educational workshop offered offered helpful tips to assist families in having honest and caring conversations with family members about dementia. The workshop reinforces the need to plan ahead and build ...
Continue ReadingMonday, June 27th, 2022
No one likes to think about end-of-life decisions, but planning ahead can reduce stress for both you and your loved ones. Having certain legal documents in place can help ensure that your healthcare choices are followed when you can’t communicate them yourself. Here’s what you need to know: 1. Advance Directive An Advance Directive outlines your medical treatment preferences in case you become unable to make decisions. There are two types: Durable ...
Continue ReadingThursday, May 26th, 2022
Medicare Savings Programs Can Help with Deductibles, Co-insurance and Co-pays Medicare, the federal health insurance program, is guaranteed to all Americans 65 and older, and while it’s low-cost, it’s not free. Medicare comes with copays, coinsurance and premiums that are based on your income. But you may qualify for a Medicare Savings Program. How Can You Find Out If You Qualify? If you qualify for programs that cover your copays, coinsurance or premiums, you ...
Continue ReadingMonday, April 4th, 2022
AgeWays is holding public hearings to review and hear comment on its Multi-year Plan covering fiscal years 2023-2025. This plan details use of federal and state funding earmarked for use by the agency to serve older adults in Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair and Washtenaw counties during this 3-year period. Two hearings options are available: Virtual Hearing via Zoom Thursday, May 5: 11:00 am- noon Join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88236937736 Phone in: (312) 626-6799/ ...
Continue ReadingWednesday, March 23rd, 2022
Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program Volunteer Cuts Through the Red Tape and Saves Money Medicare beneficiary, Henrietta, found out the hard way that signing up for a Medicare plan isn’t a slam dunk. When the Novi resident, a registered nurse, retired in late 2020, she signed up online for a Medigap plan, which covers some coinsurance, copays and deductibles. She paid $277 per month for the plan. She also had Part B and ...
Continue ReadingMonday, March 21st, 2022
AgeWays has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Social and Nutrition Services for fiscal years 2023-2025. Approximately $22 million (pending availability of state and federal funds) is available for Older Americans Act programs in Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, and Washtenaw counties. Services, including: • Home-Delivered Meals • Congregate Meals • Adult Day Services • Home Injury Control Services • Chore Services • Home Repair • Legal Assistance Mandatory Applicant Workshop (Must participate in order to submit ...
Continue ReadingMonday, March 14th, 2022
A growing number of seniors—many of them baby boomers—is facing a conundrum: they have too much money to qualify for government housing subsidies but not enough to afford to live comfortably in a traditional senior community, whether it’s a nursing home, assisted living or continuing care retirement community. In 2021, the monthly median cost in Michigan of a one-bedroom apartment in an assisted living building was $4,250. By 2028, the ...
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