My Medicare Matters: Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)
By Kim Smallcombe, CHW, MMAP Regional/Program Coordinator, CareWell Services SW The SMP is a national program to help Medicare recipients prevent, detect and report healthcare
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By Kim Smallcombe, CHW, MMAP Regional/Program Coordinator, CareWell Services SW The SMP is a national program to help Medicare recipients prevent, detect and report healthcare
By Luann Sommers, Forks Senior Center Director I think most of us feel like a “sitting duck” at some point or other. These days with
There are a lot of “little things” you can do to prevent falls and stay safe at home. Falls are a big factor in hospitalizations
As a caregiver or family member of a person with Alzheimer’s or related dementias, you can take steps to make the home a safer place.
By Barry J. Jacobs, Psy.D., Active Daily Living Newsletter Home health aides have long provided the hands-on support and companionship to allow many older adults
Home safety is something that we are all concerned about. Falls, fires, security, and general home maintenance are factors we think about for ourselves, family
Understanding safe online practices while shopping and using the internet can prevent you from losing your identity or your money to scammers! Here are a
The holiday season is often a time to spend with family, friends, and loved ones, some we may not get to see regularly. However, this
AARP research consistently finds that the vast majority of people age 50 and older want to stay in their homes and communities for as long
Did you know that falls are the leading cause of injury for adults over the age of 65? One in four older adults fall every
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Region 3B Area Agency on Aging, DBA CareWell Services Southwest, is seeking input from the public about the needs of and available services for seniors in Barry and Calhoun counties as a part of its FY 2024-2025 Annual Implementation Plan (AIP) with the Bureau of Aging, Community Living, and Supports, Behavioral and Physical Health and Aging Services Administration, MDHHS. All interested parties are invited to provide input into the development of the AIP at the following public hearings.