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Past FCU Recordings
Did you miss our recent Family Caregiver University "Community Resources A to Z" two-part series? You can now watch the recordings here!
News & Media
2021 Kent County Senior Millage Services Directory
The 2021 Kent County Senior Millage Services Directory is now available!
Senior Perspectives- January/February 2021
The January/February issue of Senior Perspectives is out now!
Getting Through a Long Winter
By now, you are likely tired of being home. We’ve had an unprecedented year with the COVID-19 pandemic that has left us all spending more time at home than we ever have before. Add in the winter weather we’re now experiencing, forcing us inside for long stretches of time, and we’re probably all feeling a little stir-crazy and drained. So what can we do to make this unique winter a little more bearable? Here are a few tips:
Thank you!
A huge thank you to all those who had a hand in putting COVID-19 Care Kits together for local older adults!
Guest Post: Be Kind to Your Mind
Do you find yourself feeling anxious, sad, or hopeless because of the COVID-19 pandemic? If so, you are not alone.
My West Michigan Interview: Making the Most of an Unprecedented Holiday Season
We joined My West Michigan this month to discuss how older adults and caregivers can find joy in the holiday season and the resources that are currently available to help them stay safe. You can catch the interview via the link below to learn more.
Over $12 Million in Funding Set to Positively Impact Older Adults through the 2021 Kent County Senior Millage
The Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan is pleased to announce the Kent County Senior Millage (KCSM) partners for 2021 with funded services amounting to $12,181,407. The KCSM has helped fund vital services for older adults in Kent County since 1999 with the goal of enabling them to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
Taking Care of Yourself During the Holidays
As a caregiver, you likely could be feeling burnt out and stressed about how to make the holiday season special for your loved one while being unable to take part in the usual traditions. Just because the circumstances surrounding the holidays have changed, doesn’t mean we can’t still find joy in the season. Here are some things you can do as a caregiver to take care of yourself, and in turn, your loved one.
My West Michigan Interview: Making the Most of an Unprecedented Holiday Season
We joined My West Michigan this month to discuss how older adults and caregivers can find joy in the holiday season and the resources that are currently available to help them stay safe. You can catch the interview via the link below to learn more.
My West Michigan Interview: Becoming a Dementia Friend
Have you heard of Dementia Friends? It is a program designed to help you understand how to better communicate and support those with dementia. This is especially important during COVID-19 as many with dementia have likely had the daily routines that they rely on disrupted. Give our interview with My West Michigan a watch below to learn more:
