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Grandmother with her caregiver granddaughter.
Caregivers, FYI, Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors, Planning for the Future, senior independence, seniors

Caring for a Loved One – Five Questions to Determine if you are a Caregiver

by Christine Steinmetz, J.D., Hotline Attorney The Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors receives many calls each week regarding caregivers. There comes a time in many people’s lives when they are unable to take care of themselves and may need to seek the help of others. It may be as simple as having someone come in and help prepare meals or go food shopping. Or, it … Continue reading Caring for a Loved One – Five Questions to Determine if you are a Caregiver

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Health, Nutrition, senior independence, seniors, Uncategorized

5 Ways to Stay Active in Winter

by Shirley Brown, Healthy Living Coach Participate in activities that you enjoy. Get excited about this new year, 2016. Begin with a healthy active plan. Always discuss planned changes with your medical doctor before beginning any changes to your physical activities. The temperatures may be too cold, the roads and streets to slippery, however, there are plenty of fun indoor and outdoor winter activities for you to … Continue reading 5 Ways to Stay Active in Winter

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FYI, Health, Nutrition, seniors

This week is Healthy Weight Week

by Natalie Pearce, L.M.S.W., Director of Economic Security January 20-26, 2016 is Healthy Weight Week. What is a healthy weight? We all want to know the answer to this question!  The truth is that one size does not fit all, literally and figuratively. Numerous factors play into what constitutes a healthy weight for each individual, including height, age, and bone structure, amongst others. After reviewing sources of … Continue reading This week is Healthy Weight Week

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Elder Abuse, PREVNT

Elder Law of Michigan Helps in the Fight Against Elder Abuse

by Teresa Elliott, MiCAFE Student Intern As the new student intern at ELM, I had the opportunity to attend an elder abuse prevention training event in Jackson, MI. ELM’s Vice President, Ron Tatro, conducted the training that was targeted toward professionals who have regular contact with older adults. The objective of the training was to increase awareness of elder abuse and to expand knowledge of … Continue reading Elder Law of Michigan Helps in the Fight Against Elder Abuse

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Health

Celebrate World Osteoporosis Day

by Char Brooks, J.D., Community Garden Facilitator and Attorney At ELM, we do our best to educate you on matters which can help you enjoy your life more. We are fortunate that there is a plethora of information on so many causes that are relevant to seniors. The purpose of World Osteoporosis Day is to raise awareness about the importance of having strong bones. Osteoporosis affects … Continue reading Celebrate World Osteoporosis Day

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FYI

AARP Driver Safety’s CarFit Event

On October 2, 2015, the Plymouth Congregational Church, in conjunction with the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning, is hosting a CarFit Checkup. CarFit is a FREE, interactive and educational program that teaches participants how to make their personal vehicle “fit” them to increase safety and mobility when they hit the road. Review 12 key areas of your fit to your car such as adequate space from the steering wheel, proper seat … Continue reading AARP Driver Safety’s CarFit Event

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Elder Law of Michigan, FYI, Housing Rights Center of Michigan, senior independence

ELM co-sponsors Senior Independence Benefits Fair in Detroit

On September 15, 2015, hundreds of seniors attended the Senior Independence Benefits Fair held at the Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, MI (pictured above).  The event was co-sponsored by Elder Law of Michigan, Inc. (ELM), Detroit Area Agency on Aging, the National Council on Aging, the Southeast Michigan Senior Regional Collaborative, and the Center for Financial Health. Speakers presented on a wide range of topics including: … Continue reading ELM co-sponsors Senior Independence Benefits Fair in Detroit

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Health, Legal, Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors

Hoarding: Dealing with the Legal Issues

By Rose Scheid, Hotline Intern Hoarding as a disease has jumped into the spotlight partly because of the popularity of several TV shows depicting people living with the disorder. However, hoarding is not new, though its designation as a disorder is. The most famous example of hoarding is that of the Collyer brothers in New York City. These two brothers, from a wealthy and aristocratic family, … Continue reading Hoarding: Dealing with the Legal Issues

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FYI, senior independence, seniors

Senior Independence – Support for Caregivers

by Kathryn Larlee, J.D., Hotline Attorney This post is part four of a series of blog posts discussing the importance of senior independence in our communities. Part one can be found here, part two can be found here, and part three can be found here.  The first three parts of this series focused on the seniors and the benefits of maintaining independent living and being able to … Continue reading Senior Independence – Support for Caregivers

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FYI, Health

May is National Bike Month

by Skye Felsing, Project Administrator, PREVNT Initiative May is National Bike Month! This event was created and is sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists and is celebrated in communities across the country. National Bike Month began in 1956 and is a way to promote the numerous benefits of cycling and hopefully encourage people to get out there and ride! Nationwide, bicycling is growing as … Continue reading May is National Bike Month

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