Home Safety Checklist

Spring is here! People of all ages are getting out and enjoying the nice weather. But did you know that older adults have a higher risk of falling in the spring time, more than any other season? In the winter months many seniors stay home, drive...

Ageism, the persistent ‘ism’

Link to article in The AfricaPaper  Guest column by Deb Taylor We frequently hear about racism and sexism in our culture, but we hear little about another persistent ‘ism’ – ageism. As our society grows older, due to the large number of retiring baby...

Don’t Wait Until it’s Too Late!

Last week I had three home visits scheduled with seniors and their families to talk about resources, financial programs, and senior housing. At the last minute, all three of those appointments called me to cancel. Two were in the hospital for major...

Helping seniors stay at home

Link to article in Lakeshore Weekly News By Amanda Schwarze amandas@weeklynews.com Help with changing light bulbs, painting and shoveling the sidewalk can mean the difference between seniors remaining in their homes and being forced to move. The...

Debt collectors, other scammers targeting seniors

Link to article in Star News By Jim Boyle The calls come early in the morning and late into the night. The message is always the same: “We’re going to get our money from you, no matter what you do.” Michael, a 77-year-old retiree, now grows anxious...

8 Helpful Budgeting Tips for the New Year

Happy New Year! The Holidays often call for spending extra money on gifts and feasts. I sure hope your wallets have recovered! Budgets are tight for many.  Why not try to make your budget look a little better this year? Here are some tips to...

Services for Seniors

Northwest Community Television’s “Community Corner” segment. Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/sD64TSQoJZA  ...

Senior Community Services’ HOME Chore Program Expands as Neighborhood Involvement Program Ends Senior Services

News Release Media contact: Emily Schnacky Phone: 952-767-7899 Email: e.schnacky@seniorcommunity.org   HOME helps struggling seniors remain independent Minnetonka, Minn. – Nonprofit Senior Community Services, which operates the...

Helpful Holiday Hints for Caregivers

Here are a few helpful hints for caregivers during this busy holiday season.  At first glance, the tips may seem simple but we often become so caught up in the busyness of life that we need a gentle reminder to get back on track. 1. Identify What Is...