by adavid | Jan 18, 2021 | For Caregivers, Health & Well Being
Sometimes it can seem like health professionals speak a different language. When we feel worried about a loved one’s health condition, it can be hard to keep up with everything being said by a doctor or nurse. It’s important to communicate clearly with health...
by adavid | Dec 22, 2020 | For Caregivers, Health & Well Being, Lifestyle
How Do You Know When It’s Time to Give Up the Keys? When it comes to safe driving, it’s not age but ability that matters. Be aware of your changing abilities. It may be time to hang up the keys when any of the following occur: Familiar places become difficult to...
by adavid | Dec 18, 2020 | For Caregivers, Health & Well Being, Lifestyle, Nutrition
by Megan Geierman, Nutrition Program Director While January is often known to be the “weight loss month” with many people resolving to lose weight and create a healthier lifestyle, for many others, creating a healthier lifestyle involves weight gain. In my previous...
by adavid | Nov 11, 2020 | For Caregivers, Lifestyle, Seasonal Information
By Tabitha Andrus, Education Intern from Saginaw Valley State University While the holidays are known as the most wonderful time of the year, they can also be the most stressful. During the holidays we tend to become more stressed because of our reaction to the...
by adavid | Nov 11, 2020 | For Caregivers, Health & Well Being
By Trena Winans, Education & Outreach Director Every once in a while, there is a lot of press about suicide following the deaths of celebrities or very young people. Most of the time when suicide is discussed, it is in reference to teens, but you may be surprised...
by adavid | Nov 11, 2020 | Care Coordination, For Caregivers, News, Seasonal Information
By Julie Randolph, Care Coordinator Senior Services receives many calls during the winter months requesting assistance with clearing snow and ice from driveways, ramps, walkways, and porches. Senior Services does not provide this type of service. Essential home...