Friday, April 9th, 2021
The Area Agency on Aging 1-B has scheduled a public hearing at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 13, to gather input about the use of federal and state funding earmarked for senior services over the next year. The Annual Implementation Plan public hearing will consider ideas for spending $23 million earmarked for fiscal year 2021-22 in the six-county region served by the agency (Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair and Washtenaw counties). ...
Continue ReadingThursday, April 1st, 2021
Help at Home and Independence for Katy Katy K. is fiercely independent. Despite relying on a wheelchair because of multiple sclerosis and requiring in-home help, she does as much on her own as she can. That includes motoring to a nearby Kroger or dollar store or the library, sometimes just to get out. [caption id="attachment_28686" align="alignleft" width="202"] Katy says that independence and choice are her favorite part of the program.[/caption] Just over 15 years ...
Continue ReadingSunday, February 7th, 2021
As of Monday, January 11, Michiganders 65 and up can begin receiving the Covid-19 vaccine. There are three types of organizations where older adults in the Area Agency on Aging 1-B's six-county Michigan region will be able to get the vaccine: Your county health department Your health care system/hospital Some pharmacies (including Meijer, Rite Aid, Walgreens, Walmart and Kroger) FEMA has now also opened a regional mass-vaccination clinic at Ford Field. ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, February 2nd, 2021
Older Adults Should Plan to Get Help Early This Tax Season Many seniors turn to their senior center or other community resources for help with their taxes. This year, Covid-19 has made getting help a little more complicated, with many centers turning to document scan-and-drop options instead of in-person appointments. Kelly Elswick, an Area Agency on Aging 1-B Resource Specialist, recommends reaching out for help now. Kelly manages our Resource Database and ...
Continue ReadingThursday, January 28th, 2021
The Area Agency on Aging 1-B is proud to be a distribution partner for the MI Mask Aid Program. This initiative of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Michigan Community Service Commission provides free masks to Michigan residents so they can better protect themselves from Covid-19. Where to Find Masks Through the MI Mask Aid Program We are planning several distribution events in February and will announce details soon. ...
Continue ReadingThursday, January 14th, 2021
Watch this webinar recorded as part of our "Conversations for Caregivers" series. Hospice of Michigan takes us through the Medicare Hospice Benefit, hospice care, palliative care and important end-of-life decisions.
Continue ReadingMonday, January 11th, 2021
The Area Agency on Aging 1-B will be able to help more family caregivers find space for themselves – and feel secure that their loved one is in good hands – thanks to a grant from the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation’s Vital Seniors Initiative. The $50,000 grant will fund up to 14 days (and nights) of out-of-home respite care per person per calendar year at Memory Lane, a 6-bed licensed ...
Continue ReadingTuesday, January 5th, 2021
The window is open for Medicare beneficiaries to sign up for a different Medicare Advantage plan or switch back to Original Medicare (Parts A and B) and select a prescription drug plan (Part D). The enrollment period goes through March 31. The Area Agency on Aging 1-B’s Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) has certified counselors who can help you explore your options and enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan that works ...
Continue ReadingMonday, January 4th, 2021
The adult day program her mother attends every day is keeping everyone happier in Lisa Jacques’ home. SarahCare - Lakeside in Sterling Heights provides 85-year-old Jean, who lives with Lisa and her husband, a place to hang out, engage in crafts and music, eat lunch and make friends. Jean has dementia and the daily routine is key to her functioning. Lisa and Ed, in the meantime, get a break for themselves. With ...
Continue ReadingThursday, December 10th, 2020
Our Meals on Wheels providers are seeing an increased need during the pandemic and are in need of volunteers. Volunteers are the heart of the Meals on Wheels Program. You’ll help bring a nutritious meal and a little bit of happiness to the doors of seniors in your community and make sure seniors can stay fed and stay safe. Keep in mind that most of our programs are already set ...
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AAA 1-B Central Office
(Oakland County)
29100 Northwestern Hwy.,
Suite 400
Southfield, MI 48034
TTY: (800) 649-3777 (Michigan Relay)
Fax: (248) 262-9971
