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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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Spotlight: Arbor Hospice

August 30 is National Grief Awareness Day. Grief is a complicated emotion that can be further complicated by a global pandemic. Today we spoke with Margie Martin, Manager of Grief Support Services at Arbor Hospice. Margie discusses the … Continue Reading

August 21 is National Senior Citizens Day!

What is Senior Citizens Day?

National Senior Citizens Day falls on August 21 every year. What is this holiday and how do we celebrate it? Is it an actual holiday or a Hallmark holiday meant to sell cards after the 4th of July … Continue Reading

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Flooding Resources

Washtenaw County experienced severe storms on June 25-26, 2021, which resulted in flooding for many residents. Below is a list of local resources to help with cleanup and the general aftermath of the storms. Please note that … Continue Reading

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Resources for Power Outages

Michigan has been no stranger to extreme weather this summer. Unfortunately, for many these storms brought with them power outages, some lasting for days!  Below are resources for those who recently experienced loss of power.   … Continue Reading

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Cooking & Health

We know that it’s healthier to eat at home instead of eating out or ordering in, but cooking every day is usually easier said than done! According to the National Poll on Healthy Aging, almost half … Continue Reading

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Where to find low-cost internet/phones/computers

Technology is amazing and has made our lives much easier. While once seen as something nice to have, cell phones and computers have become necessities in the past decade. Today on the blog we’ll take a look at … Continue Reading