Elder financial abuse is growing concern

Link to article in Chaska Herald Guest column by: Deb Taylor Living alone in a senior high-rise and experiencing early dementia, Edna had a difficult time refusing offers that came by way of the telephone. “The people are so nice, it’s hard to refuse them,” she told her daughter, Lynae.

Deb Taylor, CEO Says “Thank You” to Donors

Thank you to our insightful and understanding donors!      ~ Deb Taylor, CEO You’re not the only one coping with aging and caregiving!  Our amazing donors helped to provide support to nearly 24,000 older adults and those family caregivers who cared for them in 2016!  These insightful donors understand

carenextion helps family caregivers stay connected

              By: Adele Mehta, Director of Senior Outreach & Caregiver Services November is National Caregiver Month and one of the ways that Senior Community Services honors caregivers is to help make their lives easier through our free, web-based service, CareNextion.org.  Caregivers can access a

When Caregiving Overwhelms

Link to article in STAR News Guest column by: Deb Taylor When Deborah’s father turned 84, he needed help remaining independent at home. So Deb assisted with housework and cleaning; she raked leaves and shoveled snow, too. When he had a doctor appointment, Deb usually drove him. In time Deb

5 steps you can take right now to support MN seniors on Give to the Max Day

              Schedule your Give to the Max Day gift today! http://seniorcommunity.org/give-max-12-easy-steps/ RSVP (and invite your friends!) to our Give to the Max Day Facebook event to stay on top of all the action on November 17! https://www.facebook.com/events/171117046669699/ Take a picture of yourself with our

how to give to the max in 12 easy steps

              1. Click the “donate now” image below to be directed to Senior Community Services GiveMN page: 2. Locate the donation section on the right hand side of the page 3. Select a donation level from the list provided or an amount of your