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Region 9 Area Agency on Aging

               Alcona, Alpena, Arenac, Cheboygan, Crawford, Iosco, Montmorency, Iosco, Oscoda, Otsego Presque Isle and Roscommon Counties

 Region 9 Area Agency on Aging logo and mission statement. The logo is a solid image of the top half of lower Michigan. Region 9 Area Agency on aging a division of NEMCSA is written towards the bottom.  Our mission is to promote lifelong independence and dignity for all individuals and to assist the aged and disabled in meeting that goal.

  

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Our logo with About Us at the bottomA message from our DirectorServices and ProgramsHealth and Wellness EducationCircle with the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging logo and Caregiver Resource Center underneathDoing Business with UsHomes for the Aged in Region 9List of Councils/Commissions on AgingLet's Talk about Aging PodcastsRegion 9 AAA Staff DirectoryResources
 
Our logo and If you are looking for services in your home, call 800-219-2273
 

      Visit Us: 2569 US-23 South, Alpena, MI 49707. Contact Us at 989-358-4661. Send us a message to Aging@nemcsa.org
 

Friday, June 2, 2023

If you live in Crawford or surrounding areas this free in-person caregiver workshop is starting June 5th from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. The workshop focuses on providing tools and strategies for family caregivers. To register contact 989.358.4616.

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

What happens when you call 988? The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline trains counselors to collaborate with contacts to find the least invasive, most relevant, and most effective care plan for their crisis. Crisis centers bring mental health care and safety planning to all. For more: https://bit.ly/3B3Qaq4

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023

Self-Care is important in reducing caregiver burnout. Make sure you are taking care of yourself. For helpful tips and information view this free handbook developed by Region 9 Area Agency on Aging. To view the handbook or download your copy, click here: www.nemcsa.org/userfiles/filemanager/6mvw3yigfk63jsm5do58/

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023

We want to hear what “Aging Unbound” means to you! We asked our Region 9 AAA Director Laurie Sauer she stated “To me, it means not letting my chronological age get in the way of living my best life. Age is just a number; don’t let it restrict what you can and want to do. Stay healthy, stay active, stay positive.”

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Monday, May 29, 2023

Region 9 AAA offices will be closed May 26th-May 29th, 2023, in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 30th at 8:30 a.m. Our sincere gratitude to those brave men and women who have served our country and paid the ultimate sacrifice.

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Saturday, May 27, 2023

Region 9 AAA wants to hear what “Aging Unbound” means to you! We asked our Services Coordinator, Kelly Robinette and she stated “To me, it means, still being able to do anything at any age. Older Adults still can go roller skating. We might do it at a slower rate, but we are still accomplishing it.”

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Friday, May 26, 2023

Region 9 AAA offices will be closed May 26th-May 29th, 2023, in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 30th at 8:30 a.m. Our sincere gratitude to those brave men and women who have served our country and paid the ultimate sacrifice.

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

If you live near Roscommon County check out this free Senior Expo taking place on June 14th from 1:00pm-6:00pm.

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

This free in-person caregiver workshop is starting June 5th from 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. The workshop focuses on providing tools and strategies for family caregivers. To register contact 989.358.4616.

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Kevin Lozo from the Traverse City office of the Michigan Disabilities Network describes options counseling to assist persons with disabilities navigate systems and find adaptive technology. This free service is available in all 83 counties of Michigan.

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