Older adults in Southwest Michigan are making a difference in their communities every day. In big and small ways, they are investing their energy,
Direct care workers are needed and foreign-born workers key to fill the gap – Lynn Kellogg – Oct. 26, 2024
At its recent 50th Anniversary celebration, Region IV Area Agency on Aging honored many people playing critical roles in the community. Some of the
The Value of an Aging Population: A vital asset for Michigan’s future – Christine Vanlandingham – Oct. 19, 2024
As Michigan stands at a demographic crossroads, it is imperative to reframe our understanding and perspective of aging. Instead of viewing an aging
Help may be available for heating bills; Check your Medicare drug coverage – Sara Duris – Oct. 12, 2024
Q. What is available to help people pay their heating bills? A. The State Emergency Relief (SER) program provides financial assistance to Michigan
You’ve got a friend in Area Agency on Aging – Alexandra Newman – Oct. 5, 2024
At Area Agency on Aging’s 50th Anniversary Celebration this week, the audience of over 200 people heard the story of Kurt B., a MI Choice Waiver
Balance classes can help prevent falls – Lynn Kellogg – Sept. 21, 2024
September 23-27, 2024 is National Falls Prevention Awareness Week. The week is a nationwide observance with state coalitions and partners to raise
Hope-filled GUIDE-ance – Emily Marshall – Sept. 14, 2024
Growing up – getting filthy in the creek, making snow forts in the front yard, playing kick the can with all the neighbor kids – I had a joyful and
Social Security, Medicare drug plan and ways to prevent fraud – Sara Duris – Sept. 7, 2024
Q. Why are some people able to get Social Security income earlier than others? A: Generally, Social Security benefits are paid to eligible workers
Climate change among the reasons young people are choosing not to have children – Lynn Kellogg – Aug. 24, 2024
C hatting with younger couples in their 20s and 30s, I was shocked to learn of altered plans to remain childless in the face of climate
National Nonprofit Day: Celebrating the unsung heroes of our communities – Christine Vanlandingham – Aug. 17, 2024
On Aug. 17, we celebrate National Nonprofit Day, a day to honor the contributions of the nonprofit sector to our society and economy. Nonprofits are