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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: CSSW Senior Services

We cover various community resources on the blog, but how well do you know the services available at Catholic Social Services? CSSW’s Senior Services department is home to community-based programs such as Home Maintenance & Safety Services, Grandparents Raising Grandchildren, … Continue Reading

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Staying cool in the summer

It’s that time of year again: the temperatures are slowly rising, outdoor events are popping up, and you might find yourself craving ice cream. Summer is here! Summer can mean a lot of fun things, but it … Continue Reading

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You’ve decluttered. Now what?

July 15 is National Give Something Away Day! Chances are you spent some time decluttering over the past year, and you may even have a pile of things you want to donate. What do you do next? (if you’re not … Continue Reading

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Sun Safety Tips for Seniors

Did you get a little too much sun last weekend? July 3 is Stay Out of the Sun Day. Older adults face a unique set of challenges when it comes to sun exposure and dehydration.   According to the Center … Continue Reading

4th of July 2021

Happy Independence Day from Ahead of the Curve!

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Olmstead Decision and Resources

June 22 is the anniversary of the Olmstead Decision, an important supreme court decision aimed at improving quality of life for individuals with disabilities.   What led to the Olmstead Decision?  Two women in Georgia, Lois Curtis and Elaine Wilson, lived … Continue Reading