Caregiver Resource Center
Caring for a person often involves a team of people. Whether you provide daily caregiving, participate in decision-making, or simply care about a person with the disease Region 9 Area Agency on Aging has resources to help.
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Aging in place is possible with the MI Choice Program. The MI Choice Program offers an array of person-centered, in-home services to Medicaid beneficiaries who are in need of nursing facility level of care. To learn more about the MI Choice Program, visit https://www.nemcsa.org/services/senior-services/mi-choice-waiver-program.html.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that free, fillable Power of Attorney forms are now available for download on the Elder Abuse Task Force's website! The new forms will make it easier for Michigan residents and their family members to appoint an individual to make important financial and medical decision on their behalf. To learn more about the Elder Abuse Task Force and find the Power of Attorney forms, visit https://www.michigan.gov/ag/initiatives/elder-abuse/elder-abuse-task-force.
As the United States population continues to age overall, the LGBTQ+ older adult population is anticipated to increase to 5 million by 2030. Responding to the unique needs and challenges that LGBTQ+ caregivers and care recipients have are important for proper care. Join us TODAY at 1:00 pm to learn more about the unique needs of LGBTQ+ individuals, the importance of support, and how to find local community resources to help you on your caregiving journey. To join the webinar, click the Zoom link below or contact Sydney at 989.358.4667 or FunnellS@nemcsa.org: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88493667786?pwd=2ZwuhDzsqJalYTCG5qNPl0DagYVuFU.1 Meeting ID: 884 9366 7786 Passcode: dementia Dial by Phone: 1.312.626.6799 Meeting ID: 884 9366 7786 Passcode: 93496521
The Elder Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Prevention Conference is just 1 week away! Have you registered yet? To register, complete the following form: https://forms.office.com/r/btbTd7drRK or contact Tammy at 989.358.4630 or deant@nemcsa.org.
August is here, which means school is just around the corner. If you are an adult 55 years or older raising relative children, you may be eligible for the Kinship Care Program! Funds are available to assist with school expenses, summer camps, clothing, and more. Reach out to your local Council/Commission on Aging for more information.
