Friday, 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 ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, October 1st, 2024
SORRY--OUR FAMILY CAREGIVER CONNECTIONS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT While caring for an aging loved one can be a rewarding, life-enriching experience, it can also sometimes be difficult. Family caregivers often neglect their own needs and can struggle to find the support they need. Family Caregiving Connections: Learn, Link, and Lunch will give caregivers a day that is all about them. You'll be the focus. We'll help you find information and inspiration, while ...
Continue ReadingMonday, September 16th, 2024
Livingston County's Consortium on Aging is hosting its 2024 Senior Resource Expo from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, at the 2/42 Community Church, 7526 Grand River Ave. in Brighton. The event will feature dozens of vendors and giveaways. The main event is a one-woman "theatrical memoir" performed by Breeda Miller. Miller brings to life her immigrant mother's story, playing each role as she charts, in profound and funny ...
Continue ReadingMonday, August 26th, 2024
Dangerous heat is back in southeast Michigan. A heat advisory has been issued for all of southeast Michigan through tonight at 10 pm. However, temperatures are expected to hover in the upper 80s and 90s, at least through Thursday, Aug. 29. We are urging older adults to take precautions to keep themselves safe, and we are urging people to check on older friends, family, and neighbors — especially those who do ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, June 11th, 2024
Check out our latest Annual Report to learn more about AgeWays’ financial health and the innovative ways we are assisting older adults and family caregivers. The 2023 report reflects our growth: We were able to double the number of advocates for residents of nursing homes and we now offer vouchers to families to hire temporary caregivers when they need a break for self-care. AgeWays is proud to serve as a leader in ...
Continue ReadingThursday, May 23rd, 2024
Congratulations to AgeWays' six leadership award winners this year, the agency's 50th year serving older adults! The leadership awards recognize individuals and organizations for their efforts in promoting the health and well-being of older adults. They were presented at our Annual Community Meeting earlier this month. Sandra K. Reminga Lifetime Achievement Award Jim McGuire (above), who retired from AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services after 36 years leading our planning and advocacy department, received the ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, April 16th, 2024
AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services is holding a virtual public hearing to gather input about the use of federal and state funding earmarked for senior services in the 2025 fiscal year. Public Hearing Details: DATE: Friday, May 17, 2024 TIME: 12:00 pm VIA ZOOM: tinyurl.com/AgeWaysListen PHONE IN: (312) 626-6799/ Meeting ID: 844 242 4714 The Annual Implementation Plan forum will take feedback on plans for spending $26 million during fiscal year 2025 in the six-county region served ...
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