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Resources for Younger Caregivers
When we think of the word “caregiver,” we tend to picture a middle-aged woman caring for her parents or an older woman caring for her spouse. Unfortunately, this bias shows up in programming for caregivers. According to a 2018 study by the AARP, one in four caregivers is a Millennial, yet most support groups, social programs, and educational…
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What are your rights if you’re a victim of a crime?
Beginning in 1981, the US Department of Justice’ Office for Victims of Crime has designated a week each April as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week to bring awareness to barriers that victims of crimes face when trying to seek justice. This year, Crime Victims’ Rights Week falls on April 18-24, 2021. A full list of crime definitions from…
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Spotlight: Retired Seniors Volunteer Program (RSVP)
April is National Volunteer Month! Recently we spoke with Kandy Lazell, Program Director for the RSVP program at Catholic Charities Washtenaw County. The RSVP program helps volunteers find meaning through service throughout the county. Ahead of the Curve: If you had to give an “elevator speech” about what your organization does, how would you describe it? Kandy Lazell: The Retired Seniors Volunteer Program (RSVP)…
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Spotlight: Edward Jones
April is Financial Literacy Month! Recently we talked with Angie Leaser, Financial Advisor for Edward Jones in Milan. Edward Jones offers individuals, families and businesses assistance with creating personalized wealth building and protection strategies regardless of financial means. Ahead of the Curve: If you had to give an “elevator speech” about what your organization does, how would you describe it? …
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Spotlight: Detroit Area Vaccine Hunters
The Covid 19 pandemic has stretched past the one-year mark and there’s been a lot of talk lately about vaccines. Who qualifies for a covid 19 vaccine? How do you sign up if you do qualify? Where can you even find the vaccine? To shed some light on these questions, Ahead of the Curve spoke with Whitney…
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