Region 9 Area Agency on Aging

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

Region 9 Area Agency on Aging is now offering a new, FREE service: MI Options Person-Centered Options Counseling! We can help you and your loved ones navigate finding long-term service providers. Learn more at: https://www.nemcsa.org/services/senior-services/mi-options-program.html

Fall Prevention is essential to living a healthy life. Staying healthy is important to live well and independently. A free virtual 8-week Matter of Balance workshop series starts on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 10:00am. To register, contact Sydney at (989) 358-4667, funnells@nemcsa.org or click here https://forms.office.com/r/BAjyPxTULU

Hospice and palliative care both focus on comfort, but they are not the same. Learn the key differences, similarities, eligibility, and Medicare coverage during our upcoming Caregiver Webinar. 📅 Friday, March 13, 2026 ⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM | 💻 Virtual 📞 989-358-4667 📧 healthyaging@nemcsa.org

Understanding hospice and palliative care doesn’t have to be overwhelming! Join our Caregiver Webinar: Hospice vs. Palliative: When Do You Qualify to learn how these services work and who they are meant to support. Topics include: ✔️ Similarities and differences between hospice and palliative care ✔️ Who benefits from each type of care ✔️ Who makes up the care team ✔️ Medicare coverage and eligibility 📅 Friday, March 13, 2026 ⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM 💻 Via Zoom 📞 989-358-4667 📧 healthyaging@nemcsa.org

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Caregivers deserve support, too! Adult Day Centers can provide structure, socialization, and safe care while giving caregivers valuable respite. Learn how they work and if they are right for your situation at our upcoming virtual caregiver webinar. 📅 Friday, February 13, 2026 ⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM 💻 Via Zoom 📞 989-358-4667 📧 healthyageing@nemcsa.org

Are you a caregiver looking for resources to reduce stress and increase self-care skills? Join us for a 6-week Powerful Tools for Caregivers workshop that meets online via Zoom every Monday, starting February 9th. Caregivers will learn how to take care of themselves while caring for someone else. Space is limited, so register today by contacting Sydney at 989.358.4667, email HealthyAging@nemcsa.org or clicking here to register: https://forms.office.com/r/BAjyPxTULU

Learn from Home through virtual programs! Our upcoming Health and Wellness workshops are designed to support caregivers, older adults, and families all from the comfort of home. To Register: 📞 989-358-4667 📧 healthyaging@nemcsa.org 📝 https://forms.office.com/r/BAjyPxTULU

MI Options Person-Centered Options Counseling can help you feel confident about your choices when considering long-term care options or other big life changes. Our trained counselors provide free, unbiased guidance to help you plan for the future that best fits your goals and values. Call Region 9 AAAs MI Options team directly at 989.358.4611 at 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday–Friday, or visit https://www.nemcsa.org/services/senior-services/mi-options-program.html to explore your options.