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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.

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 ... Continue Reading

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Millage Money Update

Michigan is one of the states with the most older adults; according to Bridge Michigan, adults aged 65 and older make up a little over 18% of the state’s population. Until recently, Washtenaw County was one of nine counties in Michigan without a senior millage, a property tax that raises money to support services for older adults in the county. As you may know,…

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2025 Tax Resources

It’s that time again- time to start thinking about taxes. While no one looks forward to tax season, hopefully this blog post makes it a little easier. Below, you’ll find a list of local community organizations that offer free tax preparation, along with trusted state and national resources that can guide you step by step if you prefer to file on your…

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Happy New Year!

Sending warm New Year wishes to our older adults and neighbors. Thank you for letting us support you and your wellbeing. We’re excited to see what’s in store for 2026!

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Merry Christmas from Senior Resource Connect!

Merry Christmas and happy holidays! Sending warm wishes of comfort, joy, and peace to our community this season.

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Best of the Blog 2025

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” with each month’s most popular blog post! Click on the blue links below to read each post:    January: Protecting…

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Everyday Apps for Seniors

December 11th is National App Day! Phone apps have been around for a long time; although the first apps came built into phones (remember playing snake?), apps as we know them today arrived when Apple released their app store in 2008. Smartphone apps can make our lives easier, entertain us, and help us manage our…

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