Your older neighbors are worried about the snowy winter ahead. Here’s how you can help them. Nov 1st, 2025 By Miriam Colacci, Program Coordinator at Senior Community Services The first heavy snow is always a reminder: we Minnesotans know winter is no joke. And for this upcoming winter, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) […]
Senior Community Services Celebrates 75 Years of Empowering Older Adults Senior Community Services is proudly marking its 75th anniversary in 2025 with a celebratory event. The 75th Anniversary Celebration for Senior Community Services: A Diamond in Our Community will take place on Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm at the Medina […]
“There are only four kinds of people in the world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers” – Rosalyn Carter Over 65 million people in the U.S., predominantly family members, provide care for older adults and those living with disabilities. Many […]
Senior Community Services has been selected by Mather Institute as a 2024 honorable mention recipient of the Promising Practices Awards. Now in its fourteenth year, this awards program recognizes organizations that are moving away from conventional practices by developing and implementing new and innovative approaches for older adults. Senior Community Services was chosen based on […]
Community-based nonprofits play a vital role in empowering older adults to thrive in their homes and supporting family caregivers. Many Minnesota nonprofits are at the forefront of this important work, utilizing innovative approaches to enhance the aging experience. Nonprofits focused on home and community-based services recognize that most older adults prefer to age in place, […]
As we embrace longer lives and the opportunities they bring, technology has become an invaluable tool for enhancing our well-being and fostering connections across generations. By leveraging digital innovations, we can create a society that supports all of us as we age, promoting independence, health, and social engagement. One of the most significant benefits of […]
Back to Article List Volunteer Opportunities Donate to our Mission Join our Newsletter List to Receive Articles Our Spring Campaign Donors Ann and Thomas O’Toole Anonymous Antonia Apolinario-Wilcoxon Bernice Abeln Beverly Tschumper Bob & Lori Anderson Bonnie Schutt Carol DeMatteis Carole Wakeling Caryn Hedges Catherine Magnuson Charlene Taylor Clara Carlson Darlene Belisle Dolly Bentson Donal […]
Planning for the Later Years: Senior Care Preparation Back to Article List Volunteer Opportunities Donate to our Mission Join our Newsletter List to Receive Articles Feb 20, 2024- By Deb Taylor Every parent knows the urgency of waiting for the arrival of a newborn. They have nine months to plan and prepare. There are purchases […]
Two Nonprofit Leaders Collaborate Through the Arts to Highlight the Emotional Journey of Family Caregivers Back to Article List Volunteer Opportunities Donate to our Mission Join our Newsletter List to Receive Articles Jan 3, 2023, Artwork by Deb Taylor, inspired by Kaleidoscope Ann Bailey Ann Bailey (picture above) Deb Taylor (pictured below) Twin Cities, Minnesota – Ann […]
