By Christine Vanlandingham The upcoming holiday season is often portrayed as joyful — a time of family, friends, laughter, and celebration. But for
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By Lynn Kellogg Kindergarten rules are sometimes cited as being good for adulthood. They tend to focus on safety, kindness, respect, listening and
It started with a phone call
By Alexandra Newman It all started with a phone call to find their local senior center. An anecdote I often use when talking about Area
What if we flipped the script?
By Christine Vanlandingham There’s something about autumn that stirs my soul. The air sharpens, the trees blaze with color, and the world seems to
Breaking Barriers: Hard times, but we can get through
By Lynn Kellogg When in town I’ve taken to joining a weekly tai chi class. Promoted as “moving meditation” or “the gentle martial art”, it seeks
Medicare Open Enrollment begins Oct. 15
By Sara Duris It is time to review your Medicare coverage and compare your options. Medicare Open Enrollment begins October 15 and runs through
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By Alexandra Newman “People are falling through the cracks,” a program manager at Area Agency on Aging (AAA) told me during a recent
Threats to Independence: Michigan’s Seniors and Adults with Disabilities at Risk from Medicaid Cuts
By Christine Vanlandingham For over 50 years, Michigan’s Area Agencies on Aging have championed the right of older adults and people with
The still point in a turning world
By Christine Vanlandingham In today’s world, the pace is relentless. Deadlines loom, inboxes overflow, and the expectations associated with