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Downsizing, Packing, and Moving
Lately, our Resource Advocates have received many calls about resources related to moving and downsizing. While 88% of older adults age 50+ say that they want to age in place in their home, they may not be prepared for the cost of making repairs to enable them to do so (e.g. widening doorways to accommodate…
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Spilling the Beans about Coffee
Do you need your daily cup of coffee? Do you make coffee at home, or brave the lines at Starbucks or Biggby? According to the Narional Coffee Association, adult coffee consumption in the United States is at a 20-year high; 67% of Americans reported drinking coffee in the past day, compared to 49% of adults…
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Where to Find a Flu Shot 2024
It’s officially fall, which means its flu shot season! According to the CDC, the best way to prevent the flu is to get a flu shot every year. The flu viruses change every year, so each year the flu shot changes to keep up with the latest strains. Luckily, each year Washtenaw County and the…
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Protecting Yourself from Pests & Pest Control Scams
A common issue that our clients ask us about is pest control. It can be daunting to find a pest control company and compare plans to prevent creepy crawlies. When bugs and other critters get into your home, suddenly a whole host of issues can arise. Today on the blog we’re going to explore pest…
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Do you need some help around the house?
According to a report from AARP, most older adults (71%) want to age in place in their own homes. Unfortunately, as we age it can become more difficult to keep up with basic home maintenance and upkeep. We’ve covered home repair programs on the blog in the past, but today we’re going to focus on…
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Common Medicare Enrollment Scams
Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period runs from October 15th through December 7th each year. This is a great time to take stock of your current coverage and research plans, unfortunately it’s also a time to be hyper vigilant about scams. In 2023 Medicare scams were responsible for a loss of $61.5 million in Michigan alone! Today on…
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