Every November, we come together to observe National Caregiver Month, a time dedicated to honoring and celebrating the selfless individuals who
Medicare drug benefit’s ‘donut hole’ is going away – Sara Duris – Nov. 9, 2024
Q. Is there some sort of Social Security for someone who never really worked at a steady job during their life? A. Supplemental Security Income
Grandma Mary celebrates over 20 years in the classroom – Alexandra Newman – Nov. 2, 2024
You wouldn’t think an 84-year-old would want to get up and go to school every day, but that’s just what Mary Rimpson of Benton Harbor
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