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This Giving Tuesday, Invest in Senior Health
November 20, 2023
Established in 2012, Giving Tuesday was created as a “day that encourages people to do good” in a way that is most meaningful to them. This looks different for everyone,
National Philanthropy Day is November 15
November 6, 2023
“Philanthropy” means “love of humanity”. Derived from the Ancient Greek phrase philanthropia, the word was first coined by Aeschylus, a famous writer of Greek Tragedy more than 2,500 years ago.
I WON! I WON!
October 24, 2023
Or did I? Never mind, I’m so excited I can’t think!! Sweepstakes are one way that imposter scammers try to trick you into sending them your hard-earned money. They’ll send
Preparing the Ever-Changing Volunteer Program Needs for the Future
October 9, 2023
Ever-changing needs means we need to be ever changing how we try to meet those needs. Learning to shift and adapt is challenging for anyone. Shifting an entire team’s approach
Dementia is Not a Natural Part of Aging, and Other Key Messages
September 25, 2023
Guest post by Lisa Tyler of Senior Resources of West Michigan As we age, our chances of getting a disease like dementia increases. More than 6 million Americans are living
During Suicide Prevention Month, We Want You to Know That It Is Ok To Not Be Ok
September 11, 2023
This blog post contains sensitive topics that may be difficult for some people to discuss. Reader discretion is advised. One of the reasons people who are depressed don’t ask for
3 Reasons to Make or Revisit Your Will
August 28, 2023
Guest post by Community Foundation for Muskegon County We are happy to celebrate August as National Make-A-Will Month at the Community Foundation for Muskegon County as it brings end of life
Meeting the Needs of an Aging Workforce
August 14, 2023
Is your business ready for an increase in wage earners over the age of 55? By 2031, more than 25% of all American workers will be over the age of
Benefits of Going to the Farmer’s Market for Older Adults
July 31, 2023
Rows of colorful fruits and vegetables lining the pathways. Green and yellow squash. Red tomatoes in every size. Fragrant green and red peppers. Blueberries, cherries, and apples. The farmer’s market
