By Lynn Kellogg Congress has critical budget decisions to make on how to spend reduced dollars. It’s a daunting task without knowing the
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By Alexandra Newman When “Mary”, 88, got married over 60 years ago, she moved to “the Thumb” and became a dairy farmer. “Asking if we
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By Sara Duris Q. I heard that everyone has to prove their identity to continue getting Social Security benefits. Is that true? A. No, proving
A Path to Aging with Dignity: Rebalancing Michigan’s Medicaid-Funded Long-Term Care System
By Christine Vanlandingham In Michigan and nationwide, the conversation around long-term care for older adults and people with disabilities is
Celebrating National Social Work Month – March 22, 2025
By Emily Marshall “Oh, the tangled webs we weave”, my mom used to say when I was growing up. She was referring to life’s complications and how our
Advocacy is important and you can help – March 15, 2025
By Lynn Kellogg Before retirement, one of my roles at Region IV Area Agency on Aging was non-partisan political advocacy. Serving people 18 and
Area Agency on Aging serves all aging adults – March 8, 2025
By Alexandra Newman “Oh, I don’t need you yet!” - A phrase I hear at almost every single community outreach event I attend on behalf of Area Agency
How to get home-delivered meals; Medicare cost changes for 2025 – March 1, 2025
By Sara Duris Q. Does Area Agency on Aging provide meals to people in the community? How can someone qualify to get meals delivered? A. The
Advocacy needed to support family caregivers – Feb. 22, 2025
By Christine Vanlandingham In tough budget climates, there is a strong business case for supporting family caregivers. Employee turnover is a