July 24th is International Self-Care Day! We talk a lot about self-care on the blog (it was one of our first blog posts!), and for a good reason. While many people think of self-care as an occasional treat or spa day, it can be much simpler- and much more meaningful. Self-care is anything that helps you maintain your physical, emotional, social, and mental well-being. For some people, that means taking a daily walk. For others, it might be calling a friend, learning a new skill, or spending time in nature. As we recognize International Self-Care Day, take a moment to ask yourself: What does self-care mean to you? In this post, we’ll explore resources and ideas to help you stay active, connected, curious, and engaged with the world around you. 

What does self care mean to you? 

Being active  

• Getting Active! Via Senior Resource Connect 
• Health & Wellness Resources via Senior Resource Connect 

 

Being social  

• Staying Social as we Age via Senior Resource Connect 
• Community Guide to Dementia Support via Senior Resource Connect 
• Local senior centers: 
  • Ann Arbor Senior Center (734) 794-6250 
  • Chelsea Senior Center (734) 475-9242 
  • Dexter Senior Center (734) 426-7737 
  • Lincoln Golden Ages (734) 483-8366 
  • Milan Seniors for Healthy Living (734) 508-6229 
  • Northfield Township Community/Senior Center (734) 449-2295   
  • Pittsfield Township Senior Center (734) 822-2117 
  • Saline Area Senior Center (734) 429-9274 
  • Turner Senior Wellness Program (734) 998-9353 
  • WISE @ The J (734) 769-0209 
  • Ypsilanti Senior Center (734) 483-5014   
  • Ypsi Township 50 & Beyond Program (734) 544-3838 

 

Learning something new 

• Back to School- It’s Not Just for Kids! Via Senior Resource Connect 
• Local libraries: 
  • Ann Arbor (734) 327-4200 
  • Chelsea (734) 475-8732 
  • Dexter (734) 426-4477 
  • Manchester (734) 428-8045 
  • Milan (734) 439-1240 
  • Northfield Township (734) 449-0066 
  • Saline (734) 429-5450 
  • Ypsilanti (734) 482-4110 
  • Washtenaw Library for the Blind and Print Disabled (734) 327-4224 

 

Spending time outside 

• Explore, Move, Connect via Senior Resource Connect
• Gardening clubs: 
  • Ann Arbor Garden Club ($20 annual dues)  
  • Ann Arbor Good Thyme Garden Club ($20 annual dues)  
  • Ann Arbor Wild Ones (various membership levels)  
  • Chelsea Area Garden Club ($25 annual dues)  
  • Dexter Garden Club ($25 annual dues)  
  • Milan Garden Club ($20 annual dues)  
  • Saline Stone & Thistle Garden Club (email [email protected] for current due amounts) 

 

Talking with someone 

• Mental Health Resources for Older Adults via Senior Resource Connect 
• Washtenaw County Community Mental Health – Access/Crisis – Counselors are available any time day or night for emergency assistance over the phone or in-person. Provides some residential services. Call (734) 544-3050.