MSU Extension Aging

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  Aging

  Individuals over the age of 65 have an average of two or more chronic conditions. MSU Extension aims to educate Michigan residents on lifestyle choices so as they age, they have a stronger health and are able to manage any health conditions that may arise.

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• Healthy principles for weight gain – Part 1

  Published on September 18, 2013
  Gaining weight may strengthen your immunity system and increase your energy level. So what can you do?

• Take PART with your health care provider

  Published on September 11, 2013
  Being prepared, organized and focusing on the issues you want to discuss can help make doctor’s visits more fulfilling.

• Osteoporosis: Prevention and treatment – Part 2

  Published on August 23, 2013
  Take care of your bones throughout your life.

• Water health benefits

  Published on August 14, 2013
  Most of us know we should be drinking more water. This easy to acquire, inexpensive and calorie free beverage provides many health benefits for the body.

• Osteoporosis: How does bone loss happen? Part 1

  Published on August 14, 2013
  "Silent" disease may occur without symptoms.

• 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.

• Another reason not to stress

  Published on July 12, 2013
  New research suggests that stress may really cause grey hair.

• Planning ahead: Advance directives – part 2

  Published on July 11, 2013
  Don’t put off planning ahead for future needs – your quality of life, quality of care and health outcomes may depend on it.

• Planning ahead: Power of attorney – part 1

  Published on June 15, 2013
  Don’t put off planning ahead for your future needs – the quality of life, quality of care and health outcomes may depend on it.

• Consumers are creating demand for groceries from non-traditional retail sources

  Published on May 1, 2013
  From tech-savvy millennials to seniors, more people are seeking new and convenient ways to buy their food.

• Health scams target vulnerable seniors

  Published on April 21, 2013
  Older adults are vulnerable to scams that promise cures for chronic conditions, these tips will help to avoid becoming a victim.

• Senior and elder caring tips

  Published on February 17, 2013
  Tips to prepare yourself and your parents for elder care issues.

• Toilet training

  Published on February 11, 2013
  When and how to begin potty training.

• Caregivers need care too

  Published on December 5, 2012
  Help is available for caregivers to deal with stress and anger that can come with providing care for others.

• When does misplacing our keys turn into a life long issue?

  Published on December 4, 2012
  Signs of of memory loss and Alzheimers.

• All federal benefit payments go electronic March 1, 2013

  Published on November 29, 2012
  Paper checks a thing of the past: federal benefit payments will only be available to recipients electronically via direct deposit to a savings, checking or prepaid card after March 1, 2013.

• Build better credit

  Published on November 6, 2012
  Life happens – from emergencies to unexpected set-backs. Explore tips to improve your credit score.

• Ballot Proposal 4: Provide collective bargaining for in-home care workers

  Published on October 30, 2012
  Proposal 2012-04 would amend the Michigan Constitution to establish the Michigan Quality Home Care Council and guarantee collective bargaining rights for in-home care workers.

• Force flower bulbs to grow indoors to battle the blues

  Published on October 3, 2012
  Force flower bulbs to grow indoors to battle the blues

• Plan now for spring color in your gardens

  Published on October 3, 2012
  Planting now will ensure vibrant bursts of color in your garden in the spring.