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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.

COVID-19 Resource Guide

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. Jump to a section below … Continue Reading

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Elder Abuse Awareness

June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Elder abuse is a topic we tackle a lot on the blog, and with good reason. About 1 in 10 older adults will experience elder abuse at … Continue Reading

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Pet Resources in Washtenaw County

June 4th is Pet Appreciation Week! We’ve covered the benefits and challenges of pet ownership for older adults in the past. If you do decide to take care of a pet, where can you turn … Continue Reading

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National Mental Health Month 

Even though it is the last day of May, it is still worth talking about Mental Health Month! We will look over some of our local resources and talk about what mental health and care can look like for older adults.

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National Senior Health and Fitness Day! 

May 25th (tomorrow) is National Senior Health and Fitness Day! We have looked at a lot of different programs in the area from senior centers back at the beginning of May, but today we will focus on other local places to go for health and fitness! 

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May Flowers and Other Gardening Activities

We are slowly but surely moving into Spring and Summer! Outdoor activities and nice weather are usually quite relaxing and fun this time of year. One wonderful outdoor activity that you may try your hand at this spring season is gardening!

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Spotlight: Friends for Life- New Listing!

We have a new resource listing at Senior Resource Connect, and quite an awesome one! We all know how important pets can be in our lives, and Friends for Life is advocating for our pets and their owners.