Detroit Area Agency on Aging

03/03/2026

2026 Older Adult of the Year Award – Call for Nominations

The MDHHS Bureau of Aging, Community Living, and Supports invites agencies across Michigan to nominate an exceptional older adult for the 2026 Older Adult of the Year Award.

This annual honor recognizes volunteerism, leadership, and meaningful community impact. The selected honoree will be recognized during Older Michiganians Day.

Deadline: Friday, March 6, 2026
Application: Fillable PDF (electronic submission accepted) - https://bit.ly/4aVYzxv
Previous nominees may be renominated.

03/02/2026

An exciting update is on the way!

Stay tuned, and subscribe to our newsletter on our website detroitseniorsolution.org, so you don't miss the big announcement.

02/26/2026

The Detroit Area Agency on Aging congratulates Wanda Bowman, Chief Financial Officer, on being named a 2026 Michigan Chronicle Woman of Excellence Honoree.

Bowman brings disciplined financial leadership, strategic insight, and a collaborative approach that strengthens our organization and its partnerships.

We are proud to recognize her impact and leadership.

02/16/2026

Happy Presidents' Day

In honor of Presidents' Day, our office will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026.

-Detroit Area Agency on Aging

02/13/2026

This is Healthy Aging!

Staying active & staying connected!!

For more information on healthy aging or to find your nearest wellness center, visit detroitseniorsolution.org.

02/12/2026

Love has no limit, and Trula and Terrence’s journey proves it.

From lifelong friendship to marriage later in life, their story reflects the power of faith, resilience, and connection, something we see every day at .

Tune in to WDIV (Channel 4) tonight for the rest of their love story!
https://youtu.be/5uoUat7E-Z0?si=zRy2H8yyzsogusOF

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02/12/2026

If you are a caregiver living in Michigan, looking for tools and resources as you navigate your experience.

Visit micaregiverconnection.com for more information, education, and resources in your area!

For many older adults, caregivers make the world work. From scheduling medical appointments to arranging transportation and managing medications and more, caregivers do so much to support the needs of their loved ones.

And when it comes to supporting caregivers, the nation’s Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs) stand ready to provide connections to training and resources that will help them and their loved ones thrive. Help USAging raise awareness about the services AAAs around the country provide to caregivers by sharing this post to spread the word about the caregiver supports provided by AAAs.
https://ow.ly/Ua0y50Xj4KZ

02/12/2026

If you or someone you know is in need of food assistance, please click the link below to sign up for our Community Food Distribution on Tuesday, February 17, from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
https://form.jotform.com/260205885375159

02/12/2026

02/11/2026

Happy February!⁠
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Check out the community resources available on Focus: HOPE campuses this month:⁠
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📊 Accounting Aid Society⁠
🗓 Jan 20 – April 15⁠
📞 By appointment only: 313-556-1920⁠
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📞 CaptionCall Informational Event⁠
🗓 Feb 3 | 10 AM – 4 PM⁠
📍 9151 Chalmers, Detroit, MI (Eastside Food Center)⁠
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📞 CaptionCall Informational Event⁠
🗓 Feb 10 | 10 AM – 4 PM⁠
📍 759 Inkster Rd, Inkster, MI⁠
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🏦 PNC Mobile Bank⁠
🗓 Tues, Feb 10 & 24 | 11 AM – 2 PM⁠
📍 1300 Oakman Blvd (Westside Food Center)⁠

👩🏽‍💻 Friend of the Court
🗓 Wed, Feb 18 | 9 AM- 3 PM
📍 1400 Oakman Blvd
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💰 PNC Financial Seminar⁠
🗓 Tues, Feb 24 | 12 PM⁠
📍 1300 Oakman Blvd (Westside Food Center)⁠
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Spread the word and stop by!

02/11/2026

Just two days away...