Friday, February 28th, 2020
Results are in: Some 1,800 seniors surveyed in the six counties served by AgeWays told us what they’re thinking when it comes to health care and transportation, in-home care and social isolation, addiction and physical challenges they face every day, and more. The results are interesting – even surprising – and mirror trends reported in a new statewide report that surveyed the needs of older Michiganders. More on that later. The people ...
Continue ReadingThursday, February 13th, 2020
Don’t be an island. That’s good advice for anybody – but especially for millions of caregivers who have let friendships and acquaintances slide as a result of caregiving obligations. It doesn’t have to be that way. Maintaining a social life is easier said than done, for sure, but there are strategies to avoid being cut off from the world outside. Isolation and Depression According to a study published in 2017 in Frontiers in Psychology, social ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, December 17th, 2019
Diane and Mark Saincome of Novi were looking forward to retirement. Diane had spent her career as a registered nurse, and Mark had worked as an iron worker. They had plans to travel and enjoy their golden years. Then tragedy struck — their daughter Amy passed away, leaving behind four children. The Saincomes stepped in without hesitation, opening their hearts and home not only to their grandchildren but to a fifth ...
Continue ReadingFriday, November 8th, 2019
Caregiver Champions Contest Recognizes and Honors Family Caregivers Great caregivers know that taking care of themselves gives them the energy and patience needed to be the very best at helping their loved one. They exercise or meditate, they draw on resources like support groups and caregiving classes. They use adult day programs as a way of stimulating their loved one and providing themselves with a break. They reach out to friends ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, October 29th, 2019
Day of Giving Strengthens Agency's Community Bonds From weeding and mowing to shredding old office documents to packing frozen veggies to delivering meals to homebound seniors, 122 staffers from Area Agency on Agency 1-B rolled up their sleeves and got busy volunteering in October for community partners that included Lighthouse, Meals on Wheels, Gleaners Food Bank Distribution Center and Hope Clinic. The Agency Give-Back was part of an initiative to foster camaraderie ...
Continue ReadingWednesday, October 23rd, 2019
Hiring someone to care for an aging parent or loved one in their home is a big decision — and it can feel overwhelming. How do you know who’s the right fit? Will they understand your loved one’s needs? Most importantly, will your loved one feel safe and well cared for? Whether you’re hiring privately or through an agency, here are some key steps to guide the process. Step 1: Start with ...
Continue ReadingMonday, September 23rd, 2019
The residents of Ikaria, Greece, are known for their long, healthy lives. How do they do it? A Mediterranean diet, strong community ties, and regular physical activity, like milking goats, all contribute to their longevity. But you don’t need to move to Greece to live a healthier life! Here are 10 practical tips for seniors: 1. Get Moving Exercise boosts energy, improves mood, strengthens bones, and helps prevent falls. Start with something ...
Continue ReadingFriday, August 30th, 2019
Being a caregiver can be a privilege, an act of love, a sacred responsibility, or a personal calling. It can also be incredibly challenging. If you are a sole or primary caregiver for someone who is highly dependent on you for their safety and wellbeing, you may find yourself experiencing feelings of disconnectedness, serious stress or burnout. Nearly 30% of adults in the United States are caregivers, spending around 20 hours ...
Continue ReadingMonday, 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 ...
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