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Special Blog Post: Supplementing SNAP
By now you may have heard that SNAP or “food stamps” will be temporarily paused beginning November 1st . This is a devastating development for people who rely on food assistance to fill their plates, including 224,872 adults age 60+ in Michigan. This special blog post will outline where to find food assistance, food safety,…
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Internet Resources for Seniors
Today (October 29th) is National Internet Day! It seems like each year more and more of our lives head online. While this is convenient, it leaves out individuals that may not have access to reliable internet connections or may not feel comfortable using new technology. Today’s blog post will explore different community resources to get…
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Undercover UTIs
Not every holiday is about cake and balloons- and National Senior UTI Awareness Day (October 24th) is definitely one of those less-festive ones. Still, it shines a light on an important health issue that affects many older adults. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) don’t always show up the same way in seniors as they do in…
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Rural Resources
We talk a lot about resources on this blog. Many organizations say they serve the whole county, but too often their services are centered in Ann Arbor. For older adults and caregivers outside the city, that can mean long drives, limited options, or simply feeling left out. The good news is there are resources in rural…
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Where to Find Flu Shots 2025
When we think of fall, many of us think of crisp leaves, colder weather, and maybe even pumpkin-flavored drinks. How many of us are thinking about our flu shots? Cases of the flu usually spike in the fall and winter, which is why there’s a push for flu vaccines. Getting the flu vaccine can lower…
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Spotlight: AsKevin and Important Windows Updates
In today’s fast-moving digital world, technology changes almost overnight! While that can be exciting, it can also leave many older adults feeling left behind. Recently, major companies like Microsoft and Apple have announced they’ll no longer support certain older operating systems, meaning devices that once worked just fine may suddenly become less secure or stop…
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