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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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Caregiving and the workplace

Did you know that only five states offer paid family leave?  What does this mean for the roughly 1 in 6 caregivers that are still in the workforce?  Oftentimes caregivers can feel like they’re between a rock and a hard … Continue Reading

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Senior Centers in the Time of Coronavirus

Coronavirus has changed nearly every aspect of our lives. Despite the unique challenges of the past six months, senior centers in Washtenaw County continue to do their best to serve older adults in their community. Below … Continue Reading

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Older Adults in the Media

What comes to mind when you hear the word older adult? Is it an active person playing basketball or teaching a grandchild how to ride a bike? Or is it someone with gray hair who sits on … Continue Reading

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Thrift Shops

This post was scheduled before the Covid 19 outbreak. Call head to your local thrift shop before visiting or donating. August 17th is National Thrift Shop Day! When you think of thrift shops you probably think of small, quiet stores … Continue Reading

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Spotlight: Adult Protective Services

The Washtenaw County Elder Justice Coalition is a group of health and social service practitioners and community members working to acknowledge and prevent elder abuse in Washtenaw County through awareness, education, advocacy, and enhanced partnerships.   … Continue Reading

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More than Glasses: Protecting our Eyes as we Age

August is national eye exam month! When thinking about protecting our bodies from signs of aging, how many of us remember to think about our eyes? Do we take steps to maintain good eye health, or … Continue Reading