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Vision Loss and Tools for Independence

By Nicholas Goodman, MiCAFE Network Specialist at Elder Law of Michigan Losing your vision can be overwhelming and feel incapacitating, but there are many resources available so you can continue to live independently and enjoy your hobbies and favorite activities. In Michigan, the Bureau of Services for Blind Persons (BSBP) is under the purview of the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). The BSBP offers many … Continue reading Vision Loss and Tools for Independence

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Achieving Your Financial Goals: Part 3

By Denise Keiser, Fund Development Specialist at Elder Law of Michigan If you’re like most Americans, you probably set some New Year’s resolutions in January that included a few money goals. As the new year moves forward, are you smashing those financial goals, or are you like most people, who end up hitting roadblocks? New Year’s resolutions, like getting physically fit or financially fit, have … Continue reading Achieving Your Financial Goals: Part 3

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Achieving Your Financial Goals: Part 2

By Denise Keiser, Fund Development Specialist at Elder Law of Michigan Every money goal needs a plan. For example, if your goal is to reduce financial stress in your life this year, having the right budget may be a simple solution. Even if you’re trying to pay off debt or save for a vacation, a budget is the planning tool you need to find success.  … Continue reading Achieving Your Financial Goals: Part 2

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Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): Grandparents Caring for Grandchildren

By Darling Garcia, Director of Community Services at Elder Law of Michigan  The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a benefit for low to moderate income earners where the amount of tax owed is reduced and earners may receive an EITC refund. In a nutshell, to qualify for the EITC, individuals must earn income from working for someone or from self-employment and meet basic rules. There are … Continue reading Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC): Grandparents Caring for Grandchildren

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Achieving Your Financial Goals: Part 1

By Denise Keiser, Fund Development Specialist at Elder Law of Michigan When it comes to New Year’s resolutions, there’s no better way to succeed than by setting SMART money goals. SMART is an acronym that is used in many goal-setting scenarios but is commonly associated with Peter Drucker’s Management by Objectives concept. By applying the SMART concept to your money goals, you will be well … Continue reading Achieving Your Financial Goals: Part 1

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Pollution Solutions

By Abigail Haller, Screening Integration Coordinator  The Great Lakes are home to thousands of plant and animal species, along with Michigan’s beautiful beaches and landscapes. These features are not the only factors that make the Great Lakes significant. The Environment Protection Agency states that the Great Lakes make up 84% of North America’s surface fresh water; that is a lot of water and, unfortunately, a lot of pollution. One of the largest types of pollution is from plastic.   The plastic pollution level usually references ocean pollution instead of Great … Continue reading Pollution Solutions

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Sticking to Your New Year’s Resolution!

  By Sheila Robison, Economic Security Team Member  Over 4,000 years ago, ancient Babylonians started New Year’s resolutions. I wonder if they were successful to keep their promises all through the year! In our current world, only 8% of people actually keep those New Year’s resolutions. Let’s find out how we can be successful throughout the whole year.   It’s always a good move to keep your New Year’s resolutions … Continue reading Sticking to Your New Year’s Resolution!

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