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Caregiving
MSU Extension offers programs about disease self-management, which provide valuable information for caregivers of those with chronic health conditions.
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Enjoy the fruits and vegetables of Michigan’s harvest
Published on June 13, 2012
Spring into spring produce – taking advantage of the season’s farmers’ bounty! -
Keeping young children safe from choking
Published on April 4, 2018
Protecting young children from choking hazards -
Money talks that you should be having with your aging parents
Published on October 3, 2019
Talking about money with elderly parents. -
Where did mom keep the will? Is there a will?
Published on August 7, 2013
Discussing financial issues and end of life decisions is generally charged with emotion. This information may very well open the door to important conversations to have with aging parents. -
Prevention – it’s in your hands
Published on October 9, 2014
Identifying germs and the spread of communicable disease. -
Toy safety
Published on December 23, 2015
Safety is always our number one concern with children. Here are some things to keep in mind when choosing toys for kids. -
Exercise: A key to healthy aging and staying independent – part 1
Published on October 2, 2014
Exercise is an important tool to maintaining your independent functioning as you age. Learn how to add exercise to your day through some of your regular activities. -
Grandparents raising their grandchildren- Part 2
Published on September 17, 2013
The second article in a series about the increasing statistic of grandparents who raise their grandchildren. -
15- to 17-year-olds: Ages and stages of youth development
Published on January 11, 2013
Understanding the different stages of youth development supports youth programming efforts as it encourages relationship building between youth and adult volunteers. -
Supporting caregivers
Published on November 20, 2017
Caregivers may not have time to complete outside chores, or get the car in for an oil change. These suggestions will give you an idea how to show support for a caregiver. -
Six things to know about buying a foreclosed house
Published on December 9, 2015
Buying a foreclosed house is different than purchasing from a private seller. Be prepared for the differences. -
Settling the debts of someone who has died
Published on May 27, 2013
Debts of the deceased are settled through an estate -
No fruit juice for children under one year
Published on July 31, 2017
A recent change by the American Academy of Pediatrics may catch parents, grandparents and child care providers off guard since the previous fruit juice recommendations were implemented in 2001. -
New resource helps teens deal with sexting and other risky online behaviors
Published on March 21, 2016
The handbook may also be a helpful tool for adults to increase their understanding about these issues and ways to help young people make healthy digital decisions. -
WIC nutrition changes coming soon
Published on March 17, 2014
The USDA has recently released new WIC regulations that will go into effect May 5, 2014. -
Hyperthermia: Take action to protect children from heat stroke
Published on June 25, 2012
The tragic child deaths caused by heat stroke are preventable; learn more about how to “ACT” to keep your children safe. -
Back to school health safety basics
Published on August 31, 2015
Tips for keeping your kids healthy as they return to school. -
Aging and balance
Published on January 9, 2015
Aging has many benefits, such as having more experience to draw upon when faced with decisions. But growing older also has some down sides, such as increased risk for developing chronic disease and decreased mobility. -
Senior and elder caring tips
Published on February 17, 2013
Tips to prepare yourself and your parents for elder care issues. -
The future of the Social Security system: Part eight
Published on September 17, 2015
Does Social Security reform mean slashing benefits?
