Thanking the Caregiver in Your Life this November

by Cameron Smith Each November, we celebrate National Caregivers Month by recognizing those people in our lives who put others’ needs ahead of their own. Caregivers provide security, medical assistance, love, and more for their patients. Whether the caregiver you know is a coworker taking care of her disabled child,

#GivingTuesday FAQ’s

What is #GivingTuesday? #GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Senior Community Services is using #GivingTuesday to bring awareness to and raise funds for important support services for family caregivers. Our goal is to raise $5,000. When is #GivingTuesday? #GivingTuesday is

You might be the target of a medicare scam if…

Link to article in Owatonna Peoples Press Guest Column by Deb Taylor It’s the most wonderful time of the year, Medicare Open Enrollment! Of course, this isn’t true. We all know the pain and confusion that is Medicare and so do the scammers out there that are trying to separate

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2018 Medicare Open Enrollment Tips

By Dawn Lund, Director of Medicare Programs These are some tips that I have learned over the past 6 years offering unbiased guidance in navigating your Medicare choices.  If you are a new Medicare beneficiary, a seasoned Medicare beneficiary, or a caregiver, these tips were written for you. Medicare Open

5 Ways technology helps older adults age in place

Link to article in Chaska Herald Guest Column by Deb Taylor Aging in place is defined as an individual living in the residence of their choice as they age, while maintaining their quality of life. According to AARP, 87% of older adults age 65+ want to age in place and