Are you eligible for a nursing home, but would rather live in your own home?

MI Choice Waiver Program may be your option to continue living independently.

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If you're looking to find out what services are available to you in order to remain in your home, Care Management is the place to start. 

Our Care Management team will come to your home, discuss your needs, perform an assessment and develop a plan that works for you. 

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Start where you are! Use what you have! Do what you can!

We offer A Matter of Balance, EnhanceFitness, Tai Chi, Zumba Gold, and Yoga to help increase strength, gain endurance, prevent falls, improve balance, and HAVE FUN!

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Are you caring for a loved one? We have programs and resources available to support you on your caregiving journey.

Learn about options like in-home care, respite certificates, and programs designed to support caregivers like yourself.

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News & Media

Let’s Talk Technology: Supports & Resources for Older Adults

As we get older, technology continues to be engrained in our everyday lives. Whether it’s communicating with a loved one, friend, caregiver, or healthcare provider, digital tools are becoming part of nearly every step in the care journey. For seniors, navigating this fast-paced digital world can feel overwhelming and confusing at times, and even presents barriers to participating in conversation and accessing information.

A Call to Protect: Addressing Elder Abuse in Our Communities

Right now, some older adults in our community are isolated, vulnerable, and in some cases, unsafe in their own homes. June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, a time when we shine a light on the prevalence of abuse that affects far too many older Americans. Here in Michigan, more than 73,000 older adults are victims of abuse, neglect, or exploitation each year. Many are harmed by someone they know. Most never report it. Behind every one of those cases is a real person, someone’s parent, neighbor, or friend.

Back to School Support for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

Helping Kinship Care Families Start the School Year Strong! The Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan (AAAWM) is offering $250 Meijer gift cards to support grandparents raising grandchildren. This one-time assistance helps cover back-to-school essentials like clothes, backpacks, and classroom supplies.

Join the Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan in recognizing Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Join the Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan in recognizing Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. May marks Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, a time when we celebrate the contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders to our society and culture.

Take Action to Protect Senior Services

Tools to help you advocate for the programs that keep older adults safe, independent, and connected.

Save the Date to Share your Feedback on our FY26 Annual Implementation Plan

Are you an older adult? Do you care for a loved one who is over 60? Are you a professional in the aging network? Share your feedback on the Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan's FY26 Annual Implementation Plan.

Taking Stock of the Flock: Therapy Chickens & Adult Day Programs Go Hand in Hand

We’ve all heard of therapy dogs, goat yoga, and even cat cafés, but have you ever met a therapy chicken? These feathered companions are making a big impact, bringing joy, comfort, and even cognitive stimulation to older adults, particularly those experiencing memory loss or other challenges related to aging.

National Nutrition Month 2025: Food Connects Us

March is National Nutrition Month! Throughout the month of March, dietitians in the community invite everyone to learn more about nutrition and how food choices affect our health. This year’s theme, created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, is Food Connects Us.

Age Your Way- February 2023: How does funding work?

Our February Age Your Video is out now! AAAWM Executive Director, Kendrick Heinlein, joins Liz to discuss our various funding streams and our role in the administration of these programs that go to support seniors, persons with a disability, and their caregivers.

Age Your Way- January 2023: What is an Area Agency on Aging?

Introducing our new Age Your Way Video Series! We're excited to bring you a short video each month that covers services and supports to help you age with independence and dignity. This month's video covers this question "What is the Area Agency on Aging and how can it help?". Give the video a watch above to hear from Liz Barnett, our Outreach Specialist, and a special guest.