Senior Services Southwest Michigan is a private, non-profit organization that encompasses over 21 services that support the independence and well-being of older adults, adults with disabilities and caregivers throughout Southwest Michigan. We have provided person-centered support services to help disabled and aging adults live as meaningfully and independently as possible since 1963. Senior Services is dedicated to work collaboratively with a mutually supportive community, individuals in need, and their family members to make sure all individuals are able to live a healthy, meaningful, and productive life.
One day a man saw an old lady, stranded on the side of the road… …But even in the dim light of day, he could see she needed help. So he pulled up in front of her Mercedes and got out. His Pinto was still sputtering when he approached her. Even with the smile on…
Winter Storms and extremely cold temperatures present unique challenges and place older adults and sick individuals at greater risk. They create a higher risk for car accidents, home disasters, carbon monoxide poisoning, hypothermia, frostbite, and heart attacks from overexertion. The best way to get through a cold weather emergency is to BE PREPARED! With the…
Laurie Havel, Foster Grandparent/Senior Companion Program Director at Senior Services of Southwest Michigan received a well deserved shout out from the Michigan Association of Foster Grandparent and Senior Companion Programs today. Congratulations Laurie! Laurie brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and dedication to her new role as FG/SCP Director at Senior Services of Southwest Michigan…
Hello, Are you a difference maker? If so great! If not, would you like to become one? Please allow me to share with you How You can become a real Difference Maker with Senior Services. Since 1963 Senior Services has been Making the Difference with home delivered nutritious meals, home care, home repair and many…
New year, new you—sound familiar? Chances are most people reading this have at least one New Year’s resolution and have set lofty goals trying to generate some sort of positive change in their life. However, once the holiday spirit and New Year cheer has dwindled, so does the inspiration. According to Forbes, about 80% of…
As the holiday season begins, we would like to say thank you to Trillium Staffing Solutions, Consumers Energy, and their staff. These giving-minded businesses and dedicated employees recently gifted money and supplies to Senior Services of Southwest Michigan, and brought hope and dignity to countless individuals throughout Southwest Michigan. Furthermore, the generous donations they provided…
