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Volunteers Needed for AgeWays Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program

Monday, March 20th, 2017

MMAP Volunteers Help Seniors Understand and Access Benefits Southfield, Michigan (March 9, 2017) – AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services' Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) is looking for volunteers to become part of its team in Macomb County. The program is hosting two volunteer information sessions in Macomb County to help introduce potential volunteers to the program. The first session will be held on Thursday, March 30 at 2 p.m. at the Clinton-Macomb ...

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Help for Seniors & Caregivers in Southeast Michigan

Thursday, March 2nd, 2017

As we age, it’s natural to need a little extra help—from getting around to managing finances or navigating care options. Whether it’s your parent, spouse, neighbor, or a loved one, there are many programs and services designed to help older adults stay safe, healthy, and independent at home. Below is a helpful guide to resources available in metro Detroit and southeast Michigan. While many programs have eligibility requirements (such as income ...

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Yearly Review Important for Medicare Part D Prescription Plan

Thursday, November 3rd, 2016

It’s an important time of year for Medicare beneficiaries. Medicare’s “Coordinated Election Period” or “Open Enrollment Period” is in full swing. It started on Saturday, October 15 and continues through Wednesday, December 7, 2016. This Open Enrollment Period happens on these same dates every year—October 15 to December 7. What Is Open Enrollment? Open Enrollment is the time that Medicare beneficiaries can make changes to their plans, especially when it comes to ...

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Living Well Radio

Monday, August 29th, 2016

Living Well is your go-to monthly radio feature, delivering expert insights, practical tips, and valuable resources for older adults and family caregivers. Whether you're navigating aging for yourself or supporting a loved one, we bring you essential information to help you thrive. Missed an episode? Listen to the latest features below. Catch Living Well the first weekend of every month on these Metro Detroit radio stations:📻 WNIC (100.3 FM) | WMXD ...

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Becoming a SHIP Volunteer

Monday, August 29th, 2016

Help Older Adults in Your Community Are you interested in helping others in your community? Becoming a State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) volunteer allows you to use your time and talents to help Medicare recipients understand their benefits and choices. You will help people apply for benefits, make choices during open enrollment, work through issues, find ways to lower their healthcare costs, and make sure they are getting the most ...

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AgeWays Leadership Team

Monday, August 29th, 2016

Michael Karson, DHA, MBA President and CEO   Before joining AgeWays in 2018, Michael served in the for-profit and nonprofit sectors, holding C-suite positions for over 35 years in complex care management, Medicare/Medicaid special needs plans, Medicare Advantage plans, and PACE. Michael developed functional capitated reimbursement models for health plans, highly integrated care models, and senior housing with a focus on assisted living, memory care, sub-acute rehabilitation, and inpatient behavioral health.         Laura Gruczelak Chief Financial ...

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