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Midland MI 48642
989-633-3700
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Senior Services News
Rise and Shine — It’s Volunteer Appreciation Time!
April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month, and we couldn’t think of a better time to pause, look around, and say a heartfelt thank you to the incredible volunteers who brighten lives in our community every single day. Like the morning sun rising to start a new...
Testing Phase Begins: New Check-In Kiosks Coming This April!
We are excited to announce that starting in April, we will begin testing our new check-in kiosks in select classes at Trailside! These stations are designed to make attendance quicker and more convenient, eventually replacing manual sign-in sheets with a simple swipe...
A Tribute to a Dedicated Leader: Sara Clavez
After more than 20 years of leading the Bonesaver classes at the Sanford Activity & Dining Center, Sara Clavez retired at the end of February. Sara began teaching her many, many students how to "save their bones" at the old Sanford Center location–and after three...
April Volunteer of the Month
by Allison Rossi Utter, Volunteer & Community Outreach Manager This month, we are proud to recognize Brenda Gordert as our Volunteer of the Month. As a Health Benefits Assistance volunteer, she helps individuals navigate Medicare — especially during the busy...
See the Difference at Seasons: Consultations for families navigating a new diagnosis
By Amy Sheridan, Seasons Program Director Caring for a family member with dementia is a demanding and often overwhelming responsibility. As cognitive decline progresses, caregivers must adapt to the changes in behavior, communication, and functional ability—often with...
Stronger Every Day: Supporting Your Health with Fitness & Good Nutrition
As we age, taking care of our bodies becomes more important than ever. The good news? With the right combination of movement and nutrition, you can maintain strength, protect your health, and continue doing the things you love. At Senior Services of Midland County, we...
Care Coordination Corner: Ikigai
by Julie Randolph, Information and Access Care Coordination Manager Ikigai, pronounced “ee-key-guy,” is one of my favorite words. A Japanese concept of our reason for being. For four decades, my primary ikigai was parenting. Before that, it was friendship and...
Senior Services Awards Everett N. Luce Community Champions!
Senior Services of Midland County is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Everett N. Luce Community Champion Award, recognizing individuals and organizations whose dedication reflects Dr. Luce’s legacy of advocacy, compassion, and service to older adults. Each...
Hop into Spring and Join Us for Easter Lunch • Wed, April 1st
Please join us for a delightful Easter lunch at each of our Centers. Lunch will be served at 11:30 am. The recommended donation for each meal is $6, or give what you can. Join us for some egg-cellent food and great company! A reservation is required for this event....