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LifeCircles COVID-19 Update – July 2020.

July 15, 2020

A letter from our Executive Director. Greetings LifeCircles participants, care partners & families: I hope you are enjoying all the sunshine that we’re experiencing! Since our state eased some of the restrictions of the “Stay home. Stay safe.” order, we’ve been working with state & local authorities to assess our infection rates and risk levels. Unfortunately, every region in Michigan has seen an uptick in new COVID-19 cases. On July 10, 2020 Governor Whitmer signed executive order 2020-147, which requires…

Tips for Safely Wearing a Face Mask as Temperatures Rise.

July 8, 2020

By Sarah Milanowski

In News

The medical team at LifeCircles PACE continues to urge all persons to wear face coverings and maintain social distance. These simple behaviors protect our community’s most vulnerable, like those with compromised immune systems and the frail elderly.

LifeCircles Continues to Innovate to Keep Seniors Safe in Their Homes.

June 2, 2020

By Sarah Milanowski

In News

The skilled team at LifeCircles continues to serve PACE program participants with creative solutions. Learn more in the infographic below.

Tips for Supporting Loved Ones During the COVID-19 Pandemic

April 14, 2020

By Sarah Milanowski

In News

Caring for an older adult at home during COVID-19 comes with new challenges, even for experienced caregivers. Try some of the tips below to change things up for the better! Talk about it: Have a conversation to find out what your loved one knows and feels about the current COVID-19 situation. Feeling heard helps reduce stress. The goal is to provide a fear-free space to educate and reassure your loved one about the virus. Depending on your loved one, it…

LifeCircles COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions

April 1, 2020

By Sarah Milanowski

In News

LifeCircles PACE serves individuals at the highest risk of severe and life-threatening reactions to the COVID-19 virus. Our goals are to: Prevent the spread of COVID-19; Ensure appropriate access to our exceedingly taxed acute healthcare resources; Protect all patients, health care workers, and human services workers from exposure; and Respond quickly and effectively to health and safety threats to our participants. Upon learning of this crisis, LifeCircles implemented our emergency preparedness protocols and has been monitoring COVID-19 data and updates…

Heroes of Senior Transportation

February 25, 2019

By Sarah Milanowski

In News

Senior transportation services are a significant part of LifeCircles operations. LifeCircles’ provides transportation to and from our day centers and to some medical appointments for the participants in our program. The drivers of our buses and vans are a crucial part of each senior care team. Drivers have a genuine interest in getting to know our participants. Our drivers spend a substantial amount of time with the people who ride with them. They develop supportive relationships that help the larger…

Celebrating Older Americans in Tulip Time Parade

May 18, 2018

By Sarah Milanowski

In News

LifeCircles PACE is helping older adults enjoy and engage in their communities along the Lakeshore. This May you might have seen a purple float rolling through Holland’s Tulip Time Volksparade. Older adults in the PACE program were on board and were wheeled along-side in tulip themed wheelchairs. This Older Americans Month is highlighting Engaging at Every Age, and the participants at LifeCircles do just that. LifeCircles, the all-inclusive health and social program, provides an alternative to those 55 years or…

Simple ways to improve your heart health

February 5, 2018

By Sarah Milanowski

In News

February is American Heart Month. Did you know that no matter your age there are simple things you can do TODAY to help improve your heart’s health? Move more – even the most inactive couch potato can do chair exercises during commercial breaks. Eat for your heart – eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, eat less fatty, salty and fried foods Reduce your stress – make time to do things that you find relaxing, like listening to soft jazz if…

Think you are too old for fitness in the New Year?

January 3, 2018

By Sarah Milanowski

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Think again. No matter your age, no matter your health, you too can work on improving your fitness. At LifeCircles PACE we take a team based approach to help our participants work on meeting their personal goals. Each center has Physical, Occupational, Speech and Recreational Therapists that help our participants work on improving strength and independence. Over the next few weeks LifeCircles will be highlighting some ways to add some fun exercises into your own daily routine. Even if you…

Simple Self-Care Tips for Caregivers

November 14, 2017

By Sarah Milanowski

In News