Supporting older voters is a wise choice-Lynn Kellogg-7/17/21
A bipartisan election Oversight Committee commissioned by the Michigan Senate to report on the state’s election procedures and possibility of fraud recently gave thumbs up to the process. No fraud. Whew – good news. I’ve always been impressed with the professionalism and friendliness of local election workers. It must be a long day for them. […]
Don’t just plan your finances for retirement, plan your life, too-Pat Arter-7/10/21
Do you have a plan for retirement? No, I’m not talking about the financial side of retirement. I’m talking about daily life after retirement. My husband retired recently, and I’m still working, mainly from home. We thought we had a good enough plan in place to keep our lives running smoothly. We’d thought and talked […]
Stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to lessons, blessings-7/3/21-Christine Vanlandingham
The steady clip-clop sound of horses trotting down the road is a daily occurrence at our home. The calming sound often makes my blood pressure lower as I pause to let the rhythm of the horses’ hooves set a cadence and slow my breathing. Breath in, six clops. Breathe out, six clops. Breath in, six […]
How can I help grandma avoid a scam?-Sara Duris-6/17/21
Q: My grandmother needs her roof replaced and was trying to get a home improvement loan, but now she’s suddenly talking with someone about reverse mortgages or selling her home outright. I think the person she’s meeting with is trying to scam her. What can I do? A: You are right to have a healthy skepticism of […]
June 2021 Newsletter
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A Few Resources to Consider for Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month-Lynn Kellogg-6/12/21
Do you like the color purple? Do you know someone who has, or had, Alzheimer’s disease? We’re a little more than a week away from the summer solstice – the longest day of the year. The Alzheimer’s Association is promoting wearing purple that day, June 20, to show support for those with Alzheimer’s and for […]
Pandemic has Helped Senior Volunteers Learn New Technology-Pat Arter-6/5/21
During the last several months, senior volunteers have been showing off their ability to learn something new, and to use those new skills to impact others. Shortly after the pandemic began, we began researching technology devices our senior volunteers could use to stay connected to us and to their clients. Not knowing how long it […]
Long-term care patients want to age in place, but state funds are limited-Christine Vanalandingham-5/22/21
You may not be familiar with the names Lois Curtis and Elaine Wilson, but these Georgia women had a significant impact on the options you have for how and where you will receive long-term care if issues of disability or age-related frailty arise. Lois and Elaine, who both had developmental disabilities, were voluntarily admitted to […]
New broadband benefit available, but you must apply-Sara Duris-5/14/21
Q: I already participate in Lifeline for my phone bill costs. Will I now automatically receive the new Emergency Broadband Benefit that was announced? A: No. Lifeline and the new Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) are two separate assistance programs from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Those already receiving Lifeline program benefits do meet the criteria for […]
Eligibility Specialist
SUMMARY: Provides support to the Care Management Department by completing tasks that aid in participant access to benefits. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Corresponds and coordinates with Care Managers, clients, their representatives, and others to access information needed to complete entitlement applications and access Third Party Liability and other eligible benefits. Performs and/or assists with completing […]