Here’s what we want you to know about the Region 9 Area Agency on Aging:
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If live in Michigan, please complete this survey...especially older adults.

Making informed decisions about your future is important — and help is available!

Tomorrow’s the day! Join us for the Caregiver Seminar in Grayling. 🗓️ Friday, Nov. 21 | 10am–2pm 📍 Crawford Commission on Aging 🍴 Light breakfast & lunch 🎁 Gift cards + prizes 💬 And most importantly — we want to hear from YOU, our caregivers!

Region 9 Area Agency on Aging has partnered with 29 Northeast Michigan libraries to support family caregivers with valuable resources, tools, and information. Explore what’s available: 🧠 Dementia toolkits 📚 Caregiver books 💻 Caregiver Ipad 🎥 Dementia DVD sets 📖 Literature stands 📍 Partnering Counties: Alpena, Alcona, Cheboygan, Crawford, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Montmorency, Presque Isle, and Roscommon. Stop in today and discover your library’s Caregiver Corner!

Do you have a friend providing care to someone? Caregiving can be rewarding, but also isolating and overwhelming. Your friendship can make a world of difference! Here are some meaningful ways to support a family caregiver.

Your views are important, and MDHHS appreciates your participation in this 15-minute survey. Your responses will help them make a better State Plan on Aging for Michigan, which will start in October 2027. If you complete the entire survey, you have a chance to receive a $50 gift card. Completing the survey online using this link: https://bit.ly/olderadultssurvey2729

Finding the right caregiver resources is hard, especially when you don’t have any time to search. Trualta's collection of professional online caregiver training and information is designed to make finding answers to your questions easier. With Trualta, you’ll be confident that you’re doing your best. Visit www.region9aaa.trualta.com/login to sign up for a free account.

Each step forward—no matter how tiny—moves you closer to your goals. Keep going, stay consistent, and trust the process. #MotivationMonday

SHIP provides free, unbiased counseling to help Medicare beneficiaries understand their coverage options. SHIP counselors assist with questions about Medicare benefits, supplemental insurance, prescription drug plans, and enrollment periods. Call the free helpline at 1-800-803-7174 to schedule an appointment.