Monday, August 26th, 2019
AgeWays knows caring for an aging family member can be both challenging and rewarding. As an organization committed to enhancing the quality of life of older adults, we want to recognize those who are daily champions in caring for an older loved one. Do you know someone who is caring for an older loved one or family member who goes above and beyond and also uses local community resources and services ...
Continue ReadingThursday, August 8th, 2019
Family caregivers — those people who are caring for an aging or chronically ill loved one — often face a lot of stress. Caregiving can be a fairly invisible and underappreciated role. The estimated price tag for informal caregiving in the U.S. is a staggering $522 billion a year, according to a RAND Corporation study. The study estimates that, as a group, family caregivers provide 30 billion hours of unpaid care ...
Continue ReadingThursday, June 27th, 2019
AgeWays is excited to be have been chosen as one of the nonprofits supported by the PGA Rocket Mortgage Classic Birdies for Charity Program. You can join in the excitement of the PGA Tour's stop here in Detroit on June 27 - 30 and support Holiday Meals on Wheels at the same time. Donating is easy and fun. Just use the designated AgeWays Birdies for Charity Donation Link. You can choose ...
Continue ReadingFriday, June 21st, 2019
More than half of adults over age 65 experience persistent pain, according to a National Institutes of Health (NIH) study. But despite how common it is, chronic pain in seniors is often underreported and undertreated—leading to serious consequences like depression, isolation, sleep problems, and a decline in mobility and independence. As a caregiver, knowing how to recognize and respond to chronic pain in older adults can make a big difference in ...
Continue ReadingWednesday, June 12th, 2019
Father’s Day is a special opportunity to show your appreciation for Dad—the love, guidance, and support he’s given over the years. Whether he’s still active and on-the-go or prefers quieter moments at home, thoughtful time together can create lasting memories. When planning, think about your dad’s preferences and needs. Does he enjoy getting out and about, or is he more comfortable staying in? Consider mobility, energy levels, and any cognitive changes ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, May 7th, 2019
AgeWays will hold its Annual Community Meeting May 10. This year, the event will include a silent auction to raise funds for our Holiday Meals on Wheels Program. Five individuals and companies will also be honored for their tireless advocacy and work on behalf of the aging community. Federal funding helps Meals on Wheels provide hot meals to thousands of homebound seniors every weekday – but not during six holidays (New ...
Continue ReadingMonday, March 11th, 2019
Michigan will need an additional 34,000 home health aides by 2026 to meet the needs of a growing senior population, according to data collected by AgeWays. The 65-plus population in the U.S. is expected to double from 49 million in 2016 to 98 million in 2060, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. AgeWays works with local home care agencies to provide care to participants in its in-home ...
Continue ReadingThursday, February 28th, 2019
AgeWays is now accepting proposals for contracted services delivered via the Older Americans Act for Fiscal Years 2020-2022. An Application Workshop will be held on April 3 from 10 am to 12 pm at the Troy Community Center. Attendance is required for any organization planning to submit a proposal. Approximately $26 million (pending availability of state and federal funds) is available for Older Americans Act programs in Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, February 26th, 2019
AgeWays will hold community forums in each of the six southeastern Michigan counties that it serves to hear from older adults and community partners about prioritizing older adult services for the next three years. Older adults, family caregivers, service providers and advocates are welcome, as is the general public. The forums are intended to gather comments on the use of more than $20 million of federal and state funding allocated to serve ...
Continue ReadingWednesday, November 7th, 2018
Help AgeWays Meet Its Match! We’re thrilled to announce that several generous businesses have stepped up to support the assistance we provide to seniors, adults with disabilities and caregivers. From now until December 31, Excellacare, LaJoy Group, and Imperial Senior Suites are each committed to matching donations, dollar for dollar, up to $10,000. Guardian Medical Monitoring has agreed to match dollars up to $5,000. Serenity Health and Harmony Transportation Services have ...
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