Region 9 Area Agency on Aging

Funds are still available to help direct care workers through emergency situations. This includes losing SNAP benefits. For more information, contact Jaime Carney at CarneyJ@nemcsa.org.

Talking together about important topics—like caregiving needs, finances, or emotional support—helps families stay on the same page and reduce stress. Use this list to start meaningful conversations and share responsibilities in caregiving.

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

Join Friends Together on Thursday, November 13th, for a special event just for caregivers and support people. NEMCSA Region 9 AAA will be in attendance and sharing resources and supports that are available to caregivers in our area. This free event is open to all who are caregivers or support people of loved ones, in the communities we serve, regardless of whether it is a cancer diagnosis or not. RSVP today by calling (989) 356-3231.

Join us for a Caregiver Seminar hosted by the Crawford Commission on Aging on Friday, November 21, 2025, from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Learn about Trualta, explore meaningful dementia care activities, and take part in a Caregiver Focus group. 📍 Register today: forms.office.com/r/2UCJQa3cVQ 📞 Contact Sydney Funnell at 989-358-4667 or email healthyaging@nemcsa.org

Mi Caregiver Connection makes it easy to get connected to local support like: • Assistive Technology • Respite Care for Caregivers • Home Safety Assessments • In-Home Care • Education, Training, and Workshops • Caregiver Support Groups • Caregiver Case Management • Individual Counseling Click here to get started: www.micaregiverconnection.com