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Do You Need a Flu Shot this Year?
Last year we had an unusually mild flu season, likely due to mask wearing, staying home due to COVID-19, social distancing, and limits on travel. This year the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recommending that everyone … Continue Reading
Emergency Preparedness
September is National Preparedness Month. Day-to-day life can get pretty hectic, so National Preparedness Month acts as a set time to pause, prepare, and make sure you and your loved ones are protected. Given all the extreme … Continue Reading
Spotlight: ComForCare
September 22 (the first day of fall) is National Falls Prevention Day! Recently we spoke with Stephanie Wierzbicka, Manager of Strategic Health Programs for ComForCare, about fall prevention and the services ComForCare offers to help both older adults and caregivers. Ahead of the … Continue Reading
How to Save Money on Prescription Medications
It’s no secret, prescription prices are going up. How to you continue to budget for everything you need while still being able to afford your medications? Today on the blog we’ll take a look at different savings plans in Washtenaw County and … Continue Reading
Suicide and Aging
September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day. Last year on the blog we looked at how suicide rates among older adults are rising. As a culture, we tend to view depression as a normal part of the aging process. The truth … Continue Reading
Spotlight: Chelsea Senior Center
September is National Senior Center Month! Senior Centers play a huge role in our communities. They offer a safe place for older adults to socialize, grab lunch, and enjoy a variety of activities. Most senior centers also … Continue Reading