Quality of Life

Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly — keeps seniors out of the nursing homes, while giving caregivers the support that they need.

Following a mid-week ice storm, Michigan still had nearly 700,000 homes without power Friday afternoon. Minnesota had nine.

More than 700,000 customers were without power Wednesday afternoon, following an ice storm in southern Michigan. It could take several days to restore service.

Census figures show that Michigan’s net loss to other states, particularly the Sun Belt, is continuing. Retirees and educated young people are first in line, but the rate of loss is slowing.

Advocates and leaders say Michigan can reform its laws to better support the million-plus caregivers in the state.

President Joe Biden declared November National Family Caregivers Month, saying that more than 50 million Americans provide care and medical assistance to help parents, children, siblings and other loved ones. That includes caregivers of military veterans, who are honored this week on Veterans Day.

As Michigan ages, a new survey quantifies the depth of the state's caregiving crisis: Most eldercare workers have no paid help and more than third have no help whatsoever.

There are far more so-called 'childcare deserts' than officials feared. The consequences could be vast.

In just over two months, 53-year-old Vern White has fixed up dozens of used bikes and trikes. 'The Milan Bike Guy' is inspiring a cycle of compassion that’s already having a positive impact on Milan.

Culture clashes don’t get much bigger than when wealthy polo players from around the U.S. converge on a tiny, one-stop-sign village in Emmet County.

Fueled in part by COVID, 33 of the state’s 83 counties lost residents in 2020 and 2021, including population centers Wayne, Oakland, Macomb and Washtenaw.

Vets and pet owners are turning to pills for pet behavior issues. One warning: CBD won’t help your dog tolerate fireworks on the Fourth.

After most of the flames had died out, Holly residents stood alongside each other, mourning the loss of historic downtown buildings.

Fire deaths are up 17 percent compared to the average across the last five years. Smoke alarms and planned escape routes could help curb this uptick.

For the past 40 years, an Ann Arbor real estate broker gathered thousands of rare books in his Ann Arbor home. Now legally blind, he’s clearing out his shelves and making priceless donations to local libraries.

The “Water-Winter Wonderland” state license plate is back from the 1960s and has quickly become a best-seller. Meanwhile, digital license plates are making their Michigan debut this summer.

To prevent fireworks-related deaths or injuries, here’s what both state law and officials have to say about safely using and observing fireworks this upcoming holiday.

A new report on flooding that caused $200 million in damages singles out the actions of Midland County’s emergency services coordinator, who called for an early evacuation.

As gas prices remain above $4 a gallon, it’s tempting to seek lower prices even if it involves a trek. Before heading out, use this calculator to see if the trip for cheaper rates is worth the drive.

It’s a lonely but rewarding life, growing trees in northern Michigan and selling them nationwide. But a shortage this year means many farmers sold out early and are heading home for the holidays for the first time in years.