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AgeWays’s SHIP Program Ready to Help Beneficiaries During Open Enrollment

Tuesday, September 1st, 2020

You may be paying too much for your Medicare plan. Or you may want prescription drug coverage that works better for you. During Medicare Open Enrollment, from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, you can change your prescription drug plan - or just have it reviewed at no cost by a certified, unbiased Medicare counselor to make sure it fits your health care needs and your wallet. It is the only time ...

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Coronavirus Updates

Monday, March 16th, 2020

Updates on AgeWays Response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak 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 and the declaration of a national emergency, we have created this page to keep you up-to-date on the operations of AgeWays and provide helpful resources and information. You will find resources at the bottom ...

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Presentations Help Novi Residents Understand Medicare and Save Money

Tuesday, January 30th, 2018

AgeWays Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) is holding two presentations at the Novi Library this spring to help people understand their Medicare benefits and save money. “Ten Things You Need to Know About Medicare” is happening on Thursday, March 8 from 1 to 3 p.m., and “Getting Help Paying for Prescription Drugs” is being held on Thursday, April 12 from 1 to 3 p.m. MMAP is a  program of the AgeWays, ...

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Get Help Understanding Your Options During Medicare Open Enrollment

Wednesday, November 1st, 2017

Open Enrollment runs annually October 15 through December 7. It’s the one time of year that you can make changes to your plan choices regarding Part D Prescription plans or Medicare Advantage plans. During Open Enrollment you can: Enroll in or switch Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans Change from original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan or switch from a Medicare Advantage Plan to original Medicare Switch Medicare Advantage Plans Plan ...

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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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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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Medicare Help

Monday, August 29th, 2016

Free and Unbiased Help and Guidance Michigan’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) provides unbiased help with Medicare — at no charge. Our certified volunteers answer questions, troubleshoot problems and help people understand their plan choices. Government grants allow us to offer impartial assistance for free. Please note that the SHIP program is only able to help with Medicaid if the recipient is also eligible for Medicare. Help is available by calling ...

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