By: Valarie Anderson Most of us have heard the adage “It takes a Village”. Here at Senior Community Services and the HOME program we are lucky that our village includes community friends that are willing to lend a heart and a hand to area seniors that need help raking their yards. Last Fall we had […]
By Deb Taylor & Allison Bendickson Speaking of HOME, here are some fun facts that you may not know about our HOME program: Did you know? This stands for Household & Outside Maintenance for Elderly. Did you know? 1/3 people over the age of 65 fall every year Part of the reason is your physical […]
Are you a caregiver? Many people are in this role but have never identified with the title “Caregiver”. Often we think of caregivers as profess ionals such as doctors, nurses, social workers or home health care workers who provide direct care to the young, sick, disabled or elderly. Although this is one type of caregiver, it is important […]
Spring is here and the Household & Outside Maintenance for Elderly (HOME) program has been receiving requests from seniors to help complete Spring chores around the home. Many seniors have requested help with housecleaning and laundry. The work can be physically taxing for many especially when it comes to maneuvering those heavy vacuum cleaners, and changing […]
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 less, and are less active. Muscles can easily become […]
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 health events and one was in the nursing home for rehab after a […]
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 consider: Apply for Energy Assistance. In Hennepin County- call CAPSH […]
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 Important to You and Your Family Set […]
Together, people can accomplish so much more than we can alone. This truism was again evident October 10 when 200 friends and supporters attended the Key Community Partners Award Luncheon. They came together to celebrate and support the Senior Community Services mission. “We express our heartfelt gratitude for this great community of friends. They recognize […]
