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The Elusive (?) Male Caregiver
When you think of a caregiver, you probably think of a middle-aged woman. 70-80% of older adults are cared for by a family member. 57-81% of those family members are female. Female caregivers may outnumber … Continued

Elder Abuse
June is both national safety month and national elder abuse awareness month. June 15 is also World Elder Abuse Day. The term “safety” might make us think about fall prevention and medication risks, … Continued

Spotlight: SafeHouse Center
Recently we spoke with Amy Merkle, Sexual Assault Services Coordinator at SafeHouse Center. SafeHouse works to provide safety, support, advocacy and resources for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence and their children, while also … Continued

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Our easy to use and regularly updated resource directory is a one-stop guide to older adult services in Washtenaw County.