Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Tax season can be stressful—especially for older adults on fixed incomes or those navigating new tax rules. Many seniors rely on trusted community resources like senior centers, nonprofit organizations, and volunteer programs for free or low‑cost tax assistance. As we head into the 2026 tax season, it’s important to plan ahead. Appointments for in‑person tax […]
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Monday, December 22nd, 2025
As temperatures drop, staying warm and safe becomes a top priority, especially for seniors in Southeast Michigan. Our team has compiled a list of warming centers available in the six counties we serve: Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair, and Washtenaw. These centers provide heated spaces for individuals needing respite from the cold. Many locations, […]
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Thursday, November 6th, 2025
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: […]
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Friday, May 9th, 2025
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is hosting a free public webinar to gather feedback on a proposed update to the Medicaid MI Choice Waiver program—the addition of a new service called Structured Family Caregiving (SFC). Structured Family Caregiving is a model that supports and pays family caregivers who provide daily care […]
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Friday, April 18th, 2025
AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services is holding a virtual public forum to gather input on its fiscal year 2026 implementation plan for approximately $26.5 million earmarked for senior services. AgeWays serves a six-county service region (Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair and Washtenaw counties). Funding comes from the state and federal governments. Older adults, family caregivers, […]
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Monday, 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 […]
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Tuesday, June 11th, 2024
Check out our latest Annual Report to learn more about AgeWays’ financial health and the innovative ways we are assisting older adults and family caregivers. The 2023 report reflects our growth: We were able to double the number of advocates for residents of nursing homes and we now offer vouchers to families to hire temporary […]
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Thursday, May 23rd, 2024
Congratulations to AgeWays’ six leadership award winners this year, the agency’s 50th year serving older adults! The leadership awards recognize individuals and organizations for their efforts in promoting the health and well-being of older adults. They were presented at our Annual Community Meeting earlier this month. Sandra K. Reminga Lifetime Achievement Award Jim McGuire (above), […]
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Tuesday, 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 […]
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Tuesday, January 16th, 2024
The Area Agency on Aging 1-B is ringing in its 50th birthday with a name change! We are now known as AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services, a name that reflects our mission: helping people to age in the ways they choose. Like other Area Agencies on Aging, ours was designated by the region we cover – […]
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