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Welcome to the Senior Resource Connect blog. You can visit the blog each Wednesday at 10am for the latest information about aging, caregiving, COVID, and local resources.

COVID-19 Resource Guide

This information was originally published in March 2020, and was most recently updated in January 2024. Information changes frequently, so please call to confirm hours and availability before visiting a resource. Jump to a section below … Continue Reading

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Best of the Blog 2024

The Senior Resource Connect blog is updated every Wednesday at 9am to bring you the latest information related to aging, caregiving, Covid, and more in Washtenaw County. Below is a list of our “greatest hits” … Continue Reading

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Spotlight: The Dying Year (aka What Are End of Life Doulas?)

You may be familiar with birth doulas who help guide births and bring babies into the world. Recently there’s been a movement focusing at the other end of the lifespan: death doulas. Also called End-of-Life … Continue Reading

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Preventing Porch Pirates on Package Protection Day

Did you get any good deals over Black Friday? Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become such huge shopping days that Ring Camera declared the Wednesday after Thanksgiving Package Protection Day. While online shopping has … Continue Reading

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Rest Easy: Embracing Sleep Comfort Month for Better ZZZs

November is Sleep Comfort Month! As the days get shorter and it gets darker earlier and earlier, it can be tempting to hibernate. Today on the blog we’ll look at common sleep issues facing older … Continue Reading

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Are You Cooking with Gas?

Gas stoves have become a hot topic lately, with some people claiming that they cause harm and indoor pollution. While gas stoves have some benefits, such as heating up and cooling down quicker than their … Continue Reading

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Special Blog Post: Free Holiday Meals in Washtenaw County 2024

As the holiday season approaches, the spirit of giving and community becomes more alive than ever. For many, this time of year is filled with warmth, laughter, and, of course, delicious food. However, not everyone … Continue Reading