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Welcome to the Senior Resource Connect blog. You can visit the blog each Wednesday at 9am 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 November 2022. 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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Caregivers- Know Your Rights!

May 1 is Law Day, a holiday to reflect on the important role that laws play in our society. Did you know that there are some laws created specifically to protect caregivers? As caregivers, you … Continue Reading

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Online Grocery Ordering 101

A number of grocery stores have released special shopping hours for older adults and those at high risk of contracting Covid-19, but what if you still can’t leave your home or feel safe going to a … Continue Reading

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Financial Literacy as we Age

April is Financial Literacy Month. How does the way we handle money change as we age?  According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), more than 25 million older adults age 60 and over are … Continue Reading

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Spotlight: Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

April 19-15 is National Volunteer Week! Recently we spoke with Andrea Traskos of Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County (CSSW). Andrea is the Program Director for the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), which provides enriching volunteering … Continue Reading

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Keeping in Touch while social distancing

It can be hard to remember a time before we knew the term “social distancing.” With Covid-19 still a concern, how do we keep in touch with loved ones while keeping them safe?   FaceTime– if … Continue Reading