Translate:
| Contact | Careers

Our Blog

Stay informed and inspired with practical tips, personal stories, and the latest news for seniors, family caregivers, and the aging community. Explore guidance on health, wellness, Medicare, caregiving, and local programs that help you stay supported and connected.


AgeWays Holding Food Distribution for Seniors: Monday, April 27

Thursday, April 23rd, 2020

AgeWays is holding a pop-up pantry in Warren on Monday, April 27, to distribute 400 free emergency food boxes to seniors. From noon to 2 p.m., the “Q boxes” (quarantine boxes) will be available at 21919 Schoenherr, between 9 Mile and Toepfer. The boxes are available on a first come-first served basis to adults 60 […]

Read More

AgeWays Hosting Virtual Public Hearing to Get Senior Spending Feedback

Friday, April 17th, 2020

Public Invited to Give Input on Spending for Aging Services  AgeWays is holding a public hearing to get feedback on a draft of its Area Implementation Plan that maps out how almost $22 million federal and state funding earmarked for senior services in its six-county service region will be spent in the  2021 fiscal year. […]

Read More

AgeWays Distributes Emergency Food Boxes to Seniors

Friday, April 17th, 2020

AgeWays will begin distributing over 1,000 emergency food boxes to seniors in its six-county region this week. The nonprofit serves seniors in Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair and Washtenaw counties.   AgeWays is using three different methods to make sure it can get food out quickly to the seniors who need it. Seniors can […]

Read More

Caring for Seniors During the Time of Coronavirus

Tuesday, March 31st, 2020

Keeping Connected and Keeping Elderly Loved Ones Safe When You Can’t Visit For many of us, keeping our older loved ones safe in the time of coronavirus can mean keeping our distance. Whether your loved one lives in their own home or an assisted living or nursing facility, it can be difficult. So how do […]

Read More

An Important Update from AgeWays President and CEO, Michael Karson

Friday, March 13th, 2020

For the most recent information on AgeWays’s Coronavirus response, please visit our Coronavirus Updates page.  March 13, 2020 AgeWays is committed to the health and well-being of seniors, adults with disabilities, family caregivers and our staff. With the increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases in our region, AgeWays will continue to operate, however, we have moved […]

Read More

Notice: March Board of Directors Meeting Being Held By Phone

Thursday, March 12th, 2020

In light of concerns regarding the Coronavirus, the Area on Aging 1-B Advisory Board of Directors meeting scheduled for March 27 will be held via phone. The public can participate by dialing 630-869-1015 and using the access code: 252-604-143. Please contact the Executive Services Manager at 248-262-9956 with questions or for further information.

Read More

Survey Helps Agency Understand the Needs of Southeast Michigan Seniors

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 […]

Read More

Practical Tips for Dealing with Isolation as a Caregiver

Thursday, 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 […]

Read More

The New Family Tree: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Tuesday, 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 […]

Read More

Meet Our Caregiver Champions

Friday, 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 […]

Read More