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
Spotlight: Hoarding Task Force of Washtenaw County
Disclaimer: The Hoarding Task Force receives referrals from community agencies and first responders. Please note that the phone is not answered immediately, instead callers are prompted to leave a voicemail. The Hoarding Task Force does NOT provide housekeeping/chore services. [This … Continue Reading
Is Grandparents Day just another Hallmark holiday?
National Grandparents day is the first Sunday after Labor Day. This year it falls on Sunday, September 13. Who invented this holiday? Grandparents Day was created by Marian Lucille Herndon McQuade. McQuade was a champion for older … Continue Reading
How can you help older adults during Coronavirus?
Coronavirus and social distancing are hard on everyone, but can be especially difficult for older adults who find themselves isolated from their families and community. National Public Radio tackles this issue with a guide for … Continue Reading
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
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
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