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Seasonal Eye Care
August is National Eye Exam Month! While August is a good time to focus on our eye health (and maybe schedule that eye exam we’ve been putting off), eye health is something that should be taken seriously throughout the year. We’ve covered normal age-related eye changes, common eye health tips, cataracts, and finding low-cost eye…
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Upgraded Senior Spaces
This summer has been a season of transformation for several of our local senior centers. Millages in Dexter and Saline allowed the senior centers to tackle long-overdue upgrades that will make them more accessible, welcoming, and better equipped to meet the needs of today’s older adults. A third senior center, while unexpectedly affected by a…
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Explore, Move, Connect
July is National Park and Recreation Month! Last year we explored what city parks and recreation departments do, as well as general ways they help seniors. This year we’re going to build on that and do a deep dive into the different programs available to seniors through local parks and recreation departments. Ann Arbor Parks…
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Daily Acts of Care
International Self-Care Day is observed each year on July 24th. Self-care is an extremely important topic when talking about aging and caregiving (in fact, it was the topic of one of our first blog posts). Today we’re going to look at the seven pillars of self-care and explore simple steps we can all take to…
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AI & Older Adults
Artificial intelligence, or AI, is popping up everywhere these days. From smart home devices to health apps, AI can offer helpful tools that make life easier, especially for older adults. As with any new technology, scammers are finding ways to take advantage of it. In this post, we’ll explore the ways AI can support older…
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Keeping The Lights On
As temperatures rise in the summer months, so do utility bills, especially for older adults living on fixed incomes. Air conditioning, increased water use, and longer daylight hours can all contribute to a noticeable spike in monthly costs. For many seniors, this seasonal change can cause real financial stress and even put them at risk…
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