Are you BURNT OUT or STRESSED?

              The roles and responsibilities we have in life are bound to make us feel overwhelmed at times.  Whether you are a spouse, a parent, a grandparent, a caregiver, a worker, a sibling, a friend, or a volunteer, we have all seen times of stress.  But how do you […]

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 the opportunities and challenges that […]

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 list of services by community […]

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 Give to the Max Day […]

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 choosing 4. Select your donation […]

Give to the Max Day Frequently asked questions

              What is Give to the Max Day? Created as a launch party for GiveMN.org in 2009, Give to the Max Day has turned into Minnesota’s giving holiday. It is a special 24-hour period to highlight the work and worth of nonprofits and schools all across Minnesota, and a […]

medicare open enrollment period has arrived

              By: Dawn Lund, Director of Medicare Programs Another Medicare Open Enrollment period has arrived!  This is the time of year when Medicare beneficiaries can review the options for 2017, and make changes for the upcoming year.  Medicare’s open enrollment takes place on the same dates each year.  It […]

4 steps you can take to reduce fall risks

              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 corner on September 22nd, now […]