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Money-Saving Tips for Seniors

Monday, 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 […]

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Dementia Conversations: The Alzheimer’s Association Shares Tips

Friday, 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 […]

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Advance Directives, DNRs, and Other Legal Documents: A Guide for End-of-Life Planning

Monday, 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 […]

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KN95 Masks Available Through the MI Mask Aid Program

Friday, January 28th, 2022

AgeWays is proud to be a distribution partner for the MI Mask Aid Program. This initiative of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Michigan Community Service Commission provides free KN95 masks to Michigan residents so they can better protect themselves from Covid-19. Masks can be picked up  Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays, […]

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Tips for Choosing the Right Nursing Home

Tuesday, January 4th, 2022

There are several key factors to consider when you are contemplating a nursing home for yourself or a loved one. Covid Considerations The COVID pandemic has made it more challenging to judge a home—most nursing homes won’t allow walk-throughs and staff shortages are an unfortunate reality nationwide. But it is possible to do some preliminary […]

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Seniors Who Have 3G Cell Service Urged to Upgrade

Wednesday, December 15th, 2021

If you are among the few Americans still using a medical alert device, smartphone, smart watch, tablet, or home security system that uses a 3G network, it’s time to upgrade. 3G Networks Being Retired in 2022 Next year, the main cell service providers —Verizon, T-Mobile and AT&T— are retiring the 3G networks to make room […]

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Tackling the Holidays When Caring for a Loved One

Wednesday, November 17th, 2021

When we think of the holidays, we often think of family traditions, special foods and family visits—all the things that make a holiday special. Unfortunately for family caregivers (those who are caring for an aging or chronically ill loved one), many of the things that make the holidays a special time can also make them […]

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AgeWays Partners With Oakland County to Understand Seniors’ Needs

Thursday, September 2nd, 2021

Four Townhall Events Planned in Four Oakland County Communities–Attend In-person or Virtually The Oakland County Board of Commissioners’ Healthy Aging Oakland County Ad Hoc Committee will be hosting four town halls throughout Oakland County, in partnership with AgeWays to identify gaps in services for senior residents. Officials from the committee and AgeWays will provide a […]

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Recorded Webinar: Communicating with a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease

Saturday, April 10th, 2021

Communication is more than just talking and listening – it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. People with Alzheimer’s disease can lose their communications abilities as the disease progresses. Families need to find new ways to connect, communicate and understand. In this recorded webinar, a […]

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Recorded Webinar: Five Tips for Family Caregivers

Monday, February 8th, 2021

This recorded presentation walks caregivers through some things that can make caring for an elderly or ill loved one easier. Topics include: 1) Assessing needs and building knowledge, Finding organizations that can help, 3) Building legal knowledge, 4) Finding outside help, and 5) Taking care of yourself while caring for your loved one. Practical tips […]

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