Region 9 Area Agency on Aging

Now Registering for Upcoming Virtual Programs! Whether you’re looking to improve balance, learn caregiving skills, or connect with others, we have a program for you. 📞 Call 989-358-4667 📧 Email healthyaging@nemcsa.org 💻Register online: https://forms.office.com/r/BAjyPxTULU

Attention Caregivers! Are you looking for ways to recharge, find support, and better manage stress? Join us for the Caregiver Wellness Workshop. This 4-week workshop is designed to provide you with the tools and resources you need to thrive as a caregiver. 📅 Dates: Tuesdays, April 7, April 14, April 21, and April 28 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM 📍 Where: Online via Zoom 💰 Cost: Absolutely FREE Don't miss this opportunity to invest in YOUR well-being. Share this with fellow caregivers who could benefit! Click here to register: https://forms.office.com/r/BAjyPxTULU

Free virtual Dementia Caregiver workshop series topics include Dementia Information for Everyone, Activities for Persons with Dementia, and Dementia Behaviors and Self-Care. Starting on Monday, March 30, 2026. Click here to register: https://forms.office.com/r/BAjyPxTULU

A colon cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Join the Karmanos Cancer Institute for a Community Conversation on Cancer on March 18 from 6–7 PM to learn what comes next and explore treatment options with expert guidance from Dr. Anthony Shields of Karmanos Cancer Institute. This event is free and open to the community. Register here: bit.ly/CCOC_031826

Starting next week! Join us for Matter of Balance: Fall Prevention via Zoom. This free 8-week class kicks off on February 23, 2026. It is designed to help participants prevent falls and boost their confidence. Limited spots available—register today! Visit this link to register: https://forms.office.com/r/BAjyPxTUL

We are asking community members to participate in our Needs Assessment Survey. The information collected will help us better understand and respond to the needs of older adults in our area. Your input ensures services reflect what truly matters in our communities. Be heard. Be involved. Be part of the solution. Click Here to take the Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/MDRNCz1TKP

This Valentine’s Day, we are celebrating love in action—family caregiving. Every day, caregivers in our community help loved ones stay safe, healthy, and at home. While caregiving is deeply meaningful, it can also be challenging—and no one should have to do it alone. Region 9 AAA is here to support caregivers with respite services, training, support groups, wellness programs, and connections to trusted local resources. Because caring for others also means caring for yourself. Learn more at https://www.nemcsa.org/services/senior-services/region-9-area-agency-on-aging.html or reach out to us today at 989.358.4667.

Small choices like moving more, eating heart-healthy foods, and managing stress can make a big difference. Because the best love story starts with your health. ❤️ #HeartHealth #ValentinesDay #LoveYourHeart

We are conducting a Needs Assessment Survey, and they want to hear from YOU! This survey helps us gather important information about the needs of older adults in our communities. Your feedback directly impacts programs, services, and funding decisions in Northeast Michigan. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and help shape the future of aging services in our region. Together, we can make a difference! Click Here to take the Survey: https://forms.office.com/r/MDRNCz1TKP

Caregiving is hard work—knowing your options can make it easier 💙 Join our Caregiver Webinar: Adult Day Centers 101 to learn how adult day centers support both caregivers and the people they care for. You’ll learn: ✔️ What adult day centers are ✔️ Who can benefit from attending ✔️ Eligibility considerations ✔️ Costs, funding sources, and how to find the right fit 📅 Friday, February 13, 2026 ⏰ 1:00 PM–2:00 PM 💻 Via Zoom To register or for more information: 📞 989-358-4667 📧 healthyaging@nemcsa.org