By Sara Duris Q. Does your agency have any programs for veterans? A. Yes! Michigan is twelfth in the nation in number of veterans, with
The Hidden Cost of Care: Why Every Employer Needs an Eldercare Policy – June 21, 2025
By Christine Vanlandingham As America ages, so too does its workforce—and with it, the number of employees quietly juggling full-time jobs and
Find purpose in retirement through volunteerism – June 14, 2025
By Lynn Kellogg One retired acquaintance told me she planned to go find at least a part time job because she was “crawling the walls” at home. She
When I retire… June 7, 2025
By Alexandra Newman When I retire, I will travel the world. When I retire, I will spend hours tending to vegetables and reading all the
Food available locally for those in need – May 31, 2025
By Sara Duris Region IV Area Agency on Aging (AAA) receives many inquiries about food availability. Below are some resources for those needing food
“Invisible After 70”: The Quiet Crisis of Aging in Plain Sight – May 24, 2025
By Christine Vanlandingham “I feel invisible. People don’t see me now.” That quiet confession came from a woman I’ve long admired—an energetic,
Medicaid cuts would hurt vulnerable seniors – May 17, 2025
By Lynn Kellogg Last month I wrote about key efficiencies in three pieces of national legislation critical to the health and livelihood of our
The perils of ageism – May 10, 2025
Understanding and Valuing Every Generation By Christine Vanlandingham Ageism, defined as stereotyping, prejudice, and discrimination against
Understanding hospital admission vs. observation
By Sara Duris Q. I don’t understand how my recent hospital stay wasn’t a full admission and why Medicare won’t cover all the charges? I was in a