Category: Aging in Place

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Addressing Arthritis

By Abigail Haller, Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan Most people know the term arthritis and the general definition of painful inflammation and stiffness of joints. But what does it truly mean to have arthritis? There are three common types: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis. The most common type, affecting 27 million Americans according to Harvard Medical School, is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a form … Continue reading Addressing Arthritis

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Senior Safety Tips for the Fall

By Pam Canty, Intake and Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan Fall is here! Get your leaves raked to help maintain your home as fallen leaves can make your porch, stairs, and walkway very slippery and dangerous. Remember daylight savings time ended Sunday, November 7, 2021, so move your clocks one hour back. If you are still driving be mindful that it gets darker earlier, … Continue reading Senior Safety Tips for the Fall

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Autumn Activities for Seniors

Autumn Activities for Seniors By Michelle Jackson, MiCAFE Network Screening and Application Specialist at Elder Law of Michigan Autumn or Fall is such a beautiful time of the year, especially in Michigan, and is just around the corner. Soon we will have beautiful maple leaves to explore and will admire the mixed colors that come with the new season. Many Michiganders enjoy taking walks near the lakes … Continue reading Autumn Activities for Seniors

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August was National Eye Exam Month

By Liseia Parisian, Network Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan Did you know that an eye exam can detect over 20 different chronic diseases and disorders, which according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology include diabetes, high blood pressure, loss of vision, and even cancer. For most of these conditions early detection is key to prevent further health decline or fatality.  August is National Eye Exam … Continue reading August was National Eye Exam Month

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Ways to Stay Active

By Sheila Robison, MiCAFE at Elder Law of Michigan We have all heard and read though ways to stay healthy. We all know the benefits of daily exercise and the reason behind it. We know exercising regularly is the right thing to do for optimal health purposes. It’s not just our doctor who tells us this. Being active is ideal and will give us maximum energy and … Continue reading Ways to Stay Active

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Prevention of Slips, Trips, and Falls in the Home

By Pam Canty, Intake and Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan We can prevent many common slips, trips, and falls in the home. Many accidents in the home happen because of some simple things we overlook. However, when we get older, we should make changes in the home for safety reasons so we can continue to be independent in our homes longer. Since I … Continue reading Prevention of Slips, Trips, and Falls in the Home

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Safety Tips for Seniors Who Live Alone

By Shanon Gallagher, MiCAFE Network Screening Integration Coordinator at Elder Law of Michigan Most people enjoy the independence of living on their own, so it is not surprising that you and your loved ones would prefer to continue to live on your own for as long as possible. However, as you age you may go through subtle changes that make you more susceptible to accidents. According … Continue reading Safety Tips for Seniors Who Live Alone

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It’s That Time of Year

By Ron Tatro, Vice President at Elder Law of Michigan Well, we have made it through another winter. The snow has departed, and the smell of spring is in the air. Both people and animals are looking forward to getting outside and feeling the warm air. So, as we get ready to start another season of both work and pleasure what can we learn from our animal … Continue reading It’s That Time of Year

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