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1040 S. Winter Street, Suite 3003Adrian, MI 49221517-264-5280Check out the Department on Aging Resource Guide!
As the Nutrition Director, I see the impact of volunteer dedication every day. The kitchen staff of the seven senior centers are amazing at preparing over nine hundred meals each day for older a...
A vital part of health care is being able to get to medical appointments. As some older adults are not able to or elect not to drive to these appointments, the Lenawee Department on Aging is pro...
The Lenawee Department on Aging salutes volunteers!
PEOPLE are the best asset Lenawee County has. It is through volunteers that the Department on Aging is able to deliver over seven hundred meals Monday through Friday and transport as ma...
Having a plan isn’t just about losing weight, it’s about getting and staying healthy.
I am Heather Barker, and as the director of the Adrian Senior Center, I have heard many say they d...
The senior centers are the focal point of activities for older adults in Lenawee County.Each of the center's activities may differ, but they all offer fun, fellowship, personal enrichment, challenges, parties, games, educational classes, and...
Are you a caregiver? Or do you think you may be a caregiver? I am Tammy Jewell, Director of Daybreak. At the Lenawee Department on Aging we believe that caregivers need support to make the best of the caregiver experience. &am...
Be safe in and around water! Some easy ways to avoid unintentional drowning include wearing life-jackets, providing proper adult supervision, and knowing your own and your child's swimming ability. https://www.cdc.gov/homeandrecreationalsafety/water-safet...
Children between 1 and 6 years of age are most at risk for lead poisoning. It is caused by breathing or swallowing lead, but is 100% preventable. If you live in a home built before 1978, or are visiting relatives that do, be sure to frequently wash your c...
Install a chimney cap to prevent raccoons and other wild animals from living in your home. http://www.michigan.gov/documents/rabiesbrochure_1_6884_7.pdf
Did you know that the Health Department inspects permanent AND temporary campgrounds to ensure they are safe for your enjoyment? All permanent campgrounds in Lenawee County are inspected annually, and any campgrounds (5+ recreational units) that...
Residents interested in body art can protect themselves against infection by choosing licensed body art facilities when deciding to get a tattoo or piercing. You can find more info at http://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdch/LicensedBody...
Avoid getting sick! Are you sure you are keeping your food safe? Keep cold foods cold when picnicking by setting up in the shade and frequently changing the ice that sits under your deli platters and food trays. Remember: cold food must be held at 41 F or...
Never leave infants or young children alone with any animal, and teach children to never approach an unfamiliar wild animal. http://www.michigan.gov/documents/rabiesbrochure_1_6884_7.pdf
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Composting is a lot easier than you may think. Organic material breaks down around us in nature all the time. Composting is just a method of speeding up the process.
The Solid Waste Department has a pile of information on Backyard Composting for ...
They wreak havoc at the recycling plant!
Plastic grocery bags are recyclable, but should be returned to retail centers.
When people throw bags in the recycle bin they end up wreaking havoc on the machinery at the recycling center. Worke...
Where to recycle your old TV after you purchase that shiny new one?
Luckily, Michigan has a robust electronics recycling system, so be sure to take advantage of it this holiday season. Visit the Michigan Recycling Directory to search for an elect...
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