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Do you plan on retiring?
According to a recent article by the Associated Press, 23% of Americans (nearly 1 in 4 people) plan on never retiring, mainly for financial reasons. In a survey of retired persons, 38% rated themselves as “very or extremely prepared” for retirement, versus 24% who rated themselves as “not very or not at all prepared” for retirement. Unfortunately, retiring may beyond…
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Fall Prevention
It’s officially fall in Michigan! Did you know that the first day of autumn/fall is also falls prevention day? 1 in 4 people age 65+ in America fall each year, which can result in health complications, hospitalizations, and even deaths. Although it’s common, falling is NOT an inevitable part of aging. Why do so many people fall? Medical conditions …
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Spotlight: Hoarding Task Force of Washtenaw County
Disclaimer: The Hoarding Task Force receives referrals from community agencies and first responders. Please note that the phone is not answered immediately, instead callers are prompted to leave a voicemail. The Hoarding Task Force does NOT provide housekeeping/chore services. [This interview was conducted before Covid 19. Call the agency directly for services and information that may have changed.] The Washtenaw…
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Is Grandparents Day just another Hallmark holiday?
National Grandparents day is the first Sunday after Labor Day. This year it falls on Sunday, September 13. Who invented this holiday? Grandparents Day was created by Marian Lucille Herndon McQuade. McQuade was a champion for older adults. She was elected Vice Chair of the West Virginia Committee on Aging in 1971. She also served as a delegate…
Continue ReadingHow can you help older adults during Coronavirus?
Coronavirus and social distancing are hard on everyone, but can be especially difficult for older adults who find themselves isolated from their families and community. National Public Radio tackles this issue with a guide for supporting older adults during this pandemic. Click on the image below to be taken to the NPR website.
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Caregiving and the workplace
Did you know that only five states offer paid family leave? What does this mean for the roughly 1 in 6 caregivers that are still in the workforce? Oftentimes caregivers can feel like they’re between a rock and a hard place- they can either focus on being a good caregiver or a good employee, but not both at the same…
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