Month: August 2017

farmers market
Celebratory Day, Celebratory Week, Elder Law of Michigan, FYI, Legal Hotline, Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors, MiCAFE, Nutrition, Tips

National Farmers Market Week August 6-12, 2017 

By Michelle Jackson, MiCAFE Network Coordinator   In celebration of the National Farmers Market Week, I searched for resources to better educate myself on farmers market. I was happy to learn that farmers market is an “assembly of farmers or their representatives selling the food that they produced directly to consumers.” I was not aware that the term “local” is defined by each farmers market and it is based on the agriculture of its region. … Continue reading National Farmers Market Week August 6-12, 2017 

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Client story, Elder Law of Michigan, internships, Legal Hotline, Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors, Meet Our Interns

2017 Summer Internship Reflection – Part 2

Elder Law of Michigan is grateful to have had 13 law students volunteer their time this summer. Under the supervision of our Staff Attorneys they have learned about the law, gained experience on what it is like to work at a nonprofit, and have assisted seniors in need of legal assistance. As their internship comes to an end, each intern has written a brief reflection of their experience … Continue reading 2017 Summer Internship Reflection – Part 2

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Aging in Place, Housing, Money and Finances, mortgages, Planning for the Future, senior independence

Don’t Let Marketers Tell You How to Age in Place

via consumerfinance.gov by Stacy Canan, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau July 26, 2017 We often hear that older Americans want to “age in place.” Aging in place means living at home in the community, rather than in an institutional setting, like a nursing facility. This is the choice most people want to make even if they need services and support to do so. With over ten … Continue reading Don’t Let Marketers Tell You How to Age in Place

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West Michigan Call to Justice Awards – August 9, 2017

It is not too late to RSVP! Please join us for the Call to Justice Awards tomorrow, Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at 6 PM Founders Brewing Co. Honoring Jim Lance from Kreis Enderle Hudgins & Borsos PC, Pam Hoekwater from Legal Aid of Western Michigan and Judy Sivak from Region 3A Area Agency on Aging. More information at calltojusticeawards.org or RSVP here. See you there! Continue reading West Michigan Call to Justice Awards – August 9, 2017

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Caregivers, Celebratory Day, Elder Law of Michigan, FYI, pets, Tips

Assistance Dog Day

by Ron Tatro, Vice President Did You Hear That? Today is Assistance Dog Day. Many people with disabilities have service dogs. Also, many seniors have assistance dogs or emotional support animals that provide companionship and comfort. Although these dogs are remarkable with their skills and training, it is important to remember that they are not machines and can be affected by loud noises. Whether an animal … Continue reading Assistance Dog Day

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