by Crystal Payton | Oct 1, 2024 | News
Senior Resources of West Michigan continues its focus on Ageism every day, but especially leading up to the annual Ageism Awareness Day, which is Oct. 9 this year. We share this information from the American Society on Aging: Senior Resources and the American Society...
by Crystal Payton | Jul 23, 2024 | News
Whether you’re 18 or 108, everyone needs a will. August is National Make-A-Will Month, reminding us all to make sure our wishes are documented and our loved ones—including our pets and the community – are cared for. Why Make a Will? Picture this: you’ve been...
by Crystal Payton | Jul 8, 2024 | News
“There is nothing permanent except change.” – Greek philosopher Heraclitus We’re writing to let you know about changes coming to Senior Perspectives. After decades of being involved with this outstanding publication, we are transitioning Senior Perspectives to a new...
by Brock Schwartz | Jun 12, 2024 | News
1985 Evergreen Commons opens its doors in Holland as one of the largest and most comprehensive senior centers in Michigan. 1989 Care Management service began under subcontract with Home Health Services. 1990 Rosanne Richards retires, Dee Scott becomes director. The...
by Brock Schwartz | Jun 4, 2024 | News
1973-74 In the fall of 1973 the county commissions in Muskegon, Oceana and Ottawa Counties adopted resolutions to designate the Region 14 Area Planning Council on Aging for the purpose of implementing the Older Americans Act. 1974 January 31, 1974, the Region 14 AAA...
by Brock Schwartz | Apr 26, 2024 | News
The Older Americans Act defines an older adult as someone 60 years old and older. We follow that definition at Senior Resources – but some of our programs may use 65 and AARP starts sending you membership information right before you turn 50. The National Institute on...
