Wednesday, January 26th, 2022
Website: www.aspengrovefamily.com Phone: (734) 568-8127 Address: 7515 Secor Road, Lambertville, MI 48144 Aspen Grove offers a range of accommodations, including respite care and short-term stay options. Temporary stay is a great option for seniors who need additional assistance or companionship while their caregiver is unavailable or traveling.
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Monday, January 11th, 2021
AgeWays will be able to help more family caregivers find space for themselves – and feel secure that their loved one is in good hands – thanks to a grant from the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation’s Vital Seniors Initiative. The $50,000 grant will fund up to 14 days (and nights) of out-of-home respite care […]
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Tuesday, February 7th, 2023
Caring for a loved one can be incredibly rewarding—but it can also be overwhelming. As a family caregiver, it’s important to take time to rest and recharge. Still, finding a break that works for you and your loved one isn’t always easy. Whether it’s cost, trust, or simply knowing where to begin, barriers can get […]
Read MoreTuesday, October 13th, 2020
Website: https://ccwcwashtenaw.org/seniors/volunteer-caregiver-respite/ Phone: (734) 971-9781 x 511 Volunteer Caregiver Respite (VCR) matches volunteers trained to provide respite assistance to individuals or families who are caring full-time for a homebound adult age 60 or older. Volunteers visit with a frail senior for 2-4 hours per week to provide non-medical support, companionship, and socialization—giving caregivers a much-needed […]
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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Congressional House Republicans have just passed drastic cuts to Medicaid in the House Reconciliation Bill, which will now advance to the Senate. Medicaid is the primary payer for long-term services and supports (LTSS) and these potential cuts will place a heavy burden on family caregivers and older adults alike. For decades, Medicaid has been a […]
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Monday, 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 […]
Read MoreSaturday, January 29th, 2022
Address: 25650 Kelly Road, Roseville, MI 48066Phone: 586-757-5551 | Fax: 586-757-5577Email: mailbox@ivcinfo.org Website: http://www.ivcinfo.org/ Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Thursday Office closed on Fridays, Weekends, & Holidays Overview: The Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers (IVC) program provides a wide variety of support to older and disabled adults who are struggling to remain safe and […]
Read MoreWednesday, January 26th, 2022
Address: 1416 Joslyn Avenue, Pontiac, MI 48340 Phone: (248) 499-6437 Website: https://www.hopeshelters.org/recuperative-shelter.html Respite for Homeless Specialized 15 bed medical shelter for individuals who are homeless and being discharged from the hospital, but need a place to go to recover from illness, injury or surgery. Provides assistance to meet medical and housing goals. Serves individuals who […]
Read MoreFriday, October 9th, 2020
Address: 25650 Kelly Road, Roseville, MI 48066 Phone: (586) 757-5551 Website:www.ivcinfo.org Volunteers provide one-time, occasional or ongoing relief to caregivers. Supportive services include: Transportation and help with errands Minor home repairs, maintenance, chores & yard work Light housekeeping and meal preparation Friendly visits and supportive phone calls Respite breaks for full-time family caregivers Other assistance […]
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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 […]
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