By Christine Vanlandingham You’ll likely notice the flags. They line the streets this time of year – some small, some large - each placed with
The quiet impact of showing up: The value of the Senior Companion Program
By Christine Vanlandingham Sometimes the most meaningful support doesn’t arrive with fanfare. It shows up at the door on a Tuesday morning. It sits
Reauthorizing the Older Americans Act: Why It Matters Here — and Why It Must Move Now
By Christine Vanlandingham Most of us want the same thing as we grow older: to remain in our own homes, connected to our communities, with dignity
Beyond the Diagnosis: Choosing Community for People Living with Dementia
By Christine Vanlandingham When someone is diagnosed with dementia, something unexpected often happens: their world gets smaller. Friends stop
The Power of a woven community
By Christine Vanlandingham We all have moments in life when the path forward suddenly feels uncertain — moments when strength and independence,
From kitchen tables to a community promise
Honoring the goals of older adults and people with disabilities, one conversation at a time By Christine Vanlandingham Every person deserves
The Silent Struggle: Suicide risk among older adults during the holidays
By Christine Vanlandingham The upcoming holiday season is often portrayed as joyful — a time of family, friends, laughter, and celebration. But for
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
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