Monday, May 19th, 2025
Each May, we celebrate Older Americans Month—a time to honor the impact, resilience, and wisdom of older adults in our communities. This year’s national theme, “Flip the Script on Aging,” invites all of us to challenge outdated stereotypes and embrace a more vibrant, realistic view of what it means to grow older. Aging isn’t what it used to be—and that’s something to celebrate. Today’s older adults are redefining this chapter of ...
Continue ReadingFriday, 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 to a loved one. In addition to compensation, caregivers receive comprehensive training and support. This service ...
Continue ReadingFriday, 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, senior advocates, senior care professionals and any other interested members of the public are invited to ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, April 15th, 2025
Eating with friends (or strangers who are not yet friends) is good for your health. And more than 60 senior centers, community centers and senior residences in the six-county region served by AgeWays offer opportunities most days. Plus, at a (suggested) donation of $2.50-$4, the meals are a bargain. Group dining is open to adults 60 and older and there are no income requirements. The Costick Activities Center in Farmington Hills, ...
Continue ReadingThursday, March 13th, 2025
Until now, Michiganders with a high level of care needs had to show they had $2,000 or less in savings to qualify for Medicaid-based programs like MI Choice and PACE. Both are long-term care programs that enable people receive care in their home. Those asset limits held for decades. Now, the limits have been greatly increased, making those programs more accessible to adults with disabilities and older adults who require a nursing ...
Continue ReadingMonday, 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 ReadingFriday, December 6th, 2024
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, including libraries, community centers, and churches, offer extended hours during extreme weather conditions. Some even provide ...
Continue ReadingMonday, December 2nd, 2024
You can count on some stress during the holiday season, even if it’s the happy kind. There’s the decorating, the gift-buying, the cooking, the socializing, the cleanup. For many caregivers, the season of joy presents another set of emotional challenges that can drive stress levels through the roof: Being in a mood to celebrate when your loved one’s health has declined or you’re exhausted, alone, or both. How can those tending to ...
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 15th, 2024
Will your Medicare prescription drug plan work for you in 2025? Find out by getting a free benefits checkup during Open Enrollment, a period between October 15 and December 7 in which Part D/Medicare Advantage beneficiaries can sign up for, change, or drop their plan. We can help: Certified and unbiased volunteer counselors from AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services’ Michigan Medicare Assistance Program (MMAP) will be on hand to help you review your ...
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AgeWays Central Office
29100 Northwestern Hwy.,
Suite 400
Southfield, MI 48034
TTY: (800) 649-3777 (Michigan Relay)
Fax: (248) 262-9971
