A Sweet Treat for the 4th of July

By AgeWell ServicesJuly 4, 2022June 30, 2022 Blog, Nutrition

Happy Independence Day! July is a month full of vibrant colors, lots of fresh, seasonal produce, and sunshine. We want to help you kick your July off with a bang by serving this Patriotic Berry Trifle at your next get-together. Patriotic Berry Trifle Ingredients: ¼ cup sugar plus 2/3 cup sugar ¼ cup fresh lemon…

No Wheat or Flour Diet

By AgeWell ServicesJune 27, 2022June 23, 2022 Blog, Gluten Free, Nutrition Leave a comment

Gluten or wheat free foods are receiving a lot of attention. Some people are going gluten free as a way to lose weight. Others have an allergy to gluten. There is a big difference between these two groups. Gluten Free by Choice Some choose no wheat or no flour as a way to lose weight….

Parties in the Park Return and Looking for Volunteers

By AgeWell ServicesJune 20, 2022June 21, 2022 Blog, Parties in the Park, Volunteering, Volunteers Leave a comment

Parties in the Park has been a summer tradition in Muskegon for over 35 years. AgeWell Services is ecstatic to be selected to host a party Friday, July 22, 2022, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Hackley Park in downtown Muskegon. Parties have a family-friendly atmosphere, and admission is free. Rain or shine. Hackley…

Boosting Nutrition at the Farmer’s Market

By AgeWell ServicesJune 13, 2022June 13, 2022 Blog, Farmer's Market, Nutrition Leave a comment

The farmer’s market is one of the best places to find fresh, nutritious, and delicious foods during the summertime. From all types of lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, apples, watermelon, berries, the list could go on and on! One thing to keep in mind when shopping for fruits and vegetables is to purchase a variety of…

Senior Symposium: Together Again, Moving Forward!

By AgeWell ServicesJune 6, 2022June 30, 2022 Blog, Elder Abuse, Financial Exploitation, SafeSeniors, Senior Symposium, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Leave a comment

When we started thinking about what to call this year’s Senior Symposium, one idea came immediately to mind – Together Again! We had our last in person day of learning in fall of 2019 with 200 people attending to learn and connect on topics important older adults. With 2020 came the global pandemic and everything…

7 Tips for Summertime Fun with Diabetes

By AgeWell ServicesMay 30, 2022May 9, 2022 Blog, Diabetes, Nutrition Leave a comment

Summer is a time with many graduation parties, weddings, barbecues, picnics, and many other special events. It is a time meant for celebration; however, it is still wise to keep your health a priority. Sometimes with diabetes, it can be difficult to know what to do at these parties to balance enjoying yourself and keeping…

May is National Osteoporosis Month

By AgeWell ServicesMay 23, 2022May 19, 2022 Blog, Nutrition, Osteoporosis Leave a comment

What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a disease of the bones that happens when you lose too much bone, make too little bone or both. As a result, your bones become weak and may break from a minor fall or, in serious cases, even from sneezing or bumping into furniture. What can you do to protect your bones? Get…

What is the Silver Tsunami?

By AgeWell ServicesMay 16, 2022May 10, 2022 Baby Boomers, Blog, Older American's Month, Silver Tsunami Leave a comment

May is Older American’s Month, a time to honor the contributions of vital adults and their growing influence. An average of 10,000 Baby Boomers turn 65 years old every day, seven people every minute. By 2060, a full 25% of America’s population is expected to be over the age of 65. This demographic shift is…

Lessons I Learned From My Mom Brought Me to AgeWell

By AgeWell ServicesMay 9, 2022May 9, 2022 Blog, Meals on Wheels, Senior Transportation Program, Volunteering 2 Comments

With Mother’s Day over the weekend, I naturally began to think about my mom and what I have learned from her over the years. My mom was a teacher who taught elementary school for over 30 years. She cared for every one of her students as if they were her own. I’m still amazed that…

Caregiver Self-Care 101

By AgeWell ServicesMay 2, 2022April 28, 2022 Blog, Caregiver, Comfort Keepers Homecare, Mental Health, Oasis Senior Advisors Leave a comment

Guest post by Tina Butler, CSA, CDP CEO Comfort Keepers Homecare/Oasis Senior Advisors Caregiving for a loved one can be one of the most selfless and rewarding acts. Despite the benefits, the challenges of providing care can negatively affect the health and wellbeing of family caregivers. In fact, rough studies indicate that 30% of caregivers…

“Stay Well” Can Help You Age Well

By AgeWell ServicesApril 25, 2022April 20, 2022 Blog, Mental Health, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), Stay Well Program Leave a comment

Guest post by Paula Detwiller If we’ve learned anything from the pandemic, it’s that our mental health and physical health go hand-in-hand. Remember the “bad old days” when COVID-19 traveled like wildfire through nursing homes, claiming hundreds of lives, and keeping family members separated? This public health disaster created a cascade of emotions — fear,…

This Wouldn’t Be Possible Without People Like You

By AgeWell ServicesApril 18, 2022April 21, 2022 Blog, National Volunteer Week, Volunteering, Volunteers Leave a comment

Dear AgeWell Services of West Michigan volunteers, As we kickoff 2022 National Volunteer Week, we want to thank all of our volunteers. Thank you for your decades-long support. The idea and act of volunteerism is centuries old. For AgeWell Services, we have relied on volunteer support to provide vital connections to keep older adults nourished,…

Receiving the Keys to His Independence As He Helps Others with Theirs

By AgeWell ServicesApril 11, 2022April 11, 2022 Blog, Senior Transportation Program, Volunteering, Volunteers Leave a comment

February in West Michigan can be brutal. Cold temperatures, gloomy skies, and snow are typically in the forecast. February 25, 2022 was not a normal day, for many reasons. The sky was bright blue with barely a cloud to be seen. The temperature hinted at the coming spring. A group began to gather in one…

Your Parents Knew What They Were Talking About

By AgeWell ServicesApril 4, 2022April 4, 2022 Blog, Lunch & Activity Centers, Meals on Wheels, Nutrition Leave a comment

Parents give great advice. Our parents raised us to make good decisions in life. Can you remember some of the important words of wisdom that your parents gave you? One of the phrases I’m sure you heard was: “Eat your vegetables!” Some of you may remember when you couldn’t leave the table until you cleaned…

Five Things to Know About Planned Giving

By AgeWell ServicesMarch 28, 2022March 9, 2022 Advancement, Blog, Donations, Planned Giving Leave a comment

Planned giving is the process of making charitable gifts during your life or at your death as part of your individual financial or estate plan. This type of giving serves a dual purpose. Planned gifts help support charitable causes, and they help individuals address their own financial needs while using specific legal and tax strategies….

Spring Brings New Things

By AgeWell ServicesMarch 21, 2022March 10, 2022 Blog, Senior Center Activities, Wellness Center Leave a comment

Birds are chirping. Cloudy skies and cold weather have been replaced by blue skies and warmer temperatures. People are starting to emerge from their winter hibernation and spend more time outdoors. Soon the flowers will be blooming. Spring is here! Spring is the time of year we think about growth and change. The AgeWell Services…

Get Your Tickets Now for Heels for Meals & More

By AgeWell ServicesMarch 14, 2022March 9, 2022 Blog, Events, Fundraiser, Heels for Meals & More Leave a comment

Fast-paced auctions, signature cocktails, painted glassware, a delicious dinner and SHOES! Who can forget the shoes at the 7th Heels for Meals & More! Fancy flats, sober wingtips, sky-high heels, cozy slipper and more will all compete for a variety of fun prizes. After a two-year hiatus and a global pandemic, Heels for Meals returns…

Hang Up on Scammers

By AgeWell ServicesMarch 10, 2022March 9, 2022 Blog, Elder Abuse, Financial Exploitation, SafeSeniors, Scams Leave a comment

The Social Security Administration Office of the Inspector General is ready to #SlamTheScam on March 10, the third annual National Slam the Scam Day! Slam the Scam Day is part of National Consumer Protection Week hosted by the Federal Trade Commission from March 6-12. The goal is to raise public awareness of government imposter and…

A Special Post Coming Thursday

By AgeWell ServicesMarch 7, 2022March 7, 2022 Leave a comment

This week’s blog post will be on Thursday as we do a special National Slam the Scam Day post with SafeSeniors. Please check back on Thursday at 10 am!

Annual Holiday Meal Serves Thousands in West Michigan

By AgeWell ServicesFebruary 28, 2022March 9, 2022 Blog, DTE Energy Foundation, DTE Holiday Meal, Lunch & Activity Centers, Meals on Wheels, Nutrition, Senior Resources of West Michigan Leave a comment

Our annual DTE Energy Foundation Holidays Meals is one of the most highly anticipated events in the community. Our goal was to provide 3,000 meals to both Meals on Wheels and Lunch & Activity Centers participants. We far surpassed the goal by serving 3,402 holiday meals! What is this event? In partnership with DTE Energy…