by Cameron Smith Each November, we celebrate National Caregivers Month by recognizing those people in our lives who put others’ needs ahead of their own. Caregivers provide security, medical assistance, love, and more for their patients. Whether the...
What is #GivingTuesday? #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Senior Community Services is using #GivingTuesday to bring awareness to and raise funds for important support services for family...
Link to article in Owatonna Peoples Press Guest Column by Deb Taylor It’s the most wonderful time of the year, Medicare Open Enrollment! Of course, this isn’t true. We all know the pain and confusion that is Medicare and so do the scammers out there...
By Dawn Lund, Director of Medicare Programs These are some tips that I have learned over the past 6 years offering unbiased guidance in navigating your Medicare choices. If you are a new Medicare beneficiary, a seasoned Medicare beneficiary, or a...
Link to article in Chaska Herald Guest Column by Deb Taylor Aging in place is defined as an individual living in the residence of their choice as they age, while maintaining their quality of life. According to AARP, 87% of older adults age 65+ want...
By Jon Burkhow, Director of HOME Did you know that according to the National Council on Aging one-third of Americans aged 65+ falls each year? What can you do to help prevent a fall? With the annual fall prevention awareness day just around the...
Link to article in U.S. News & World Report By Lisa Esposito, U.S. News & World Report Staff Writer When Sara Skinner, 79, of Flagstaff, Arizona, offered herself up as a volunteer with the Senior Corps program for retirees two years ago, she...
ST. PAUL, Minn. – On June 23, 2016 Senior Community Services, which serves Minnesota older adults and their caregivers, began their journey of receiving Points of Light’s Service Enterprise Certification. After attending four Points of Light training...
