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Suicide and Aging
September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day. Last year on the blog we looked at how suicide rates among older adults are rising. As a culture, we tend to view depression as a normal part of the aging process. The truth is that while there are situations that can lead to older adults feeling sadness (e.g., loss of a loved one, changes in living arrangements,…
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Spotlight: Chelsea Senior Center
September is National Senior Center Month! Senior Centers play a huge role in our communities. They offer a safe place for older adults to socialize, grab lunch, and enjoy a variety of activities. Most senior centers also act as one of the main ways that older adults learn about other community services and programs. We recently sat down…
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Spotlight: Arbor Hospice
August 30 is National Grief Awareness Day. Grief is a complicated emotion that can be further complicated by a global pandemic. Today we spoke with Margie Martin, Manager of Grief Support Services at Arbor Hospice. Margie discusses the mission of Arbor Hospice, how services have changed due to COVID-19, and her tips for people who may be grieving…
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What is Senior Citizens Day?
National Senior Citizens Day falls on August 21 every year. What is this holiday and how do we celebrate it? Is it an actual holiday or a Hallmark holiday meant to sell cards after the 4th of July holiday? Read on for more information. What is it? President Ronald Regan marked Senior Citizens Day as August 21 in in…
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Flooding Resources
Washtenaw County experienced severe storms on June 25-26, 2021, which resulted in flooding for many residents. Below is a list of local resources to help with cleanup and the general aftermath of the storms. Please note that the deadline for applying for flood assistance payment is Thursday, August 19! Clean up Cleaning tips from the Red Cross …
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Resources for Power Outages
Michigan has been no stranger to extreme weather this summer. Unfortunately, for many these storms brought with them power outages, some lasting for days! Below are resources for those who recently experienced loss of power. Relief from utilities companies Attorney General Dana Nessel called on utility companies to give credits to those affected by this past weekend’s blackout: Consumers Energy …
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