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Learn more and register for the Older Adult Summit, sponsored by SACRN member MiGen on Saturday, June 22nd, 2024 from 8:30 am to 400 pm at the Hannan Center in Detroit. Click below for more details and registration.

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SACRN 2023 Fundraiser: Play It Forward

The Senior and Caregiver Resource Network is excited to announce out 2023 annual fundraiser! We are delighted to present Play It Forward with electric violinists NUCLASSICA. This event includes dinner and chocolate sweet treats and will be held at Tapestry Banquets in Southfield on Thursday, October 19th, 2023. Proceeds will benefit the Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit emergency senior fund. Visit our event page for more event information, tickets, and sponsorships.

LGBTQ+ Estate Planning

Estate planning is vital to help secure the future of our loved ones and can present unique challenges for the LGBTQ+ community. This great article, with contributions by SACRN member Howard Collens of Galloway and Collens, PLLC, can help you understand why and how to have these critical conversations.

Navigating Difficult Conversations: Difficult People-Positive Outcomes with Jay Johnson, MA

SACRN is proud to sponsor Navigating Difficult Conversations: Difficult People-Positive Outcomes with Jay Johnson, MA in conjunction with the Wayne State Institute of Gerontology.

This virtual event is scheduled on Thursday, February 23rd from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. This class provides 2 CEUs for National NASW, Michigan SW, and Nursing. Click here to register.

PATH Classes for Chronic Pain Management with Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit

Join the upcoming PATH class at Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit starting on August 8th and learn to manage your chronic pain and start living a better life! Contact Joely at 248.392.0767 to register.

Join James Speir and the Wayne State University IOG SAFE Program for Financial First Fridays

Join James Speir of Speir Financial Services and the Wayne State University IOG SAFE program for Is Retirement Ready for Me? on Friday, July 1st from 1-2pm. He will share important information about the common questions that many retirees have when they visit a financial advisor. This presentation is on Zoom and you can visit the SAFE website here to sign up for newsletters on any future Financial First Fridays!

Join the Alzheimer's Association Community Connect Program for a Special Social Engagement Program

Join the Alzheimer's Association for a special social engagement program with The Henry Ford and the DSO on Thursday, July 21st at 2 p.m. See below for more details and registration information, and learn more about the Community Connect Program by visiting https://www.alz.org/gmc

Jewish Family Service Hosting a Special Edition Gray Matters Workshop: The Powerful Impact of Music on the Brain

Join Jewish Family Service for a Special Edition Gray Matters Free Brain Health Workshop on Wednesday, June 29th. We will be learning about music's powerful impact on the brain and listening to beautiful examples from Jing Zhang, Violinist with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra! Register at https://tinyurl.com/v2xtjefr

Congratulations James Speir: 2022 Five Star Wealth Manager

Congratulations to James Speir, who was selected as one of the 2022 Five Star Wealth Managers in the Metro Detroit area by 5 Star Professionals! You can read more or get in contact with James by clicking the link below.

Join Jewish Family Service for a Gray Matters Workshop

Register today for our FREE March Gray Matters Workshop! “Is Alzheimer's Disease the Diabetes of the Brain? ” with Scherrie Keating, RN on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 – 1:00-2:30pm. You can register for the virtual event here.

Virtual Continuing Education Event on Wednesday, February 9th: Racism as Trauma: Transgenerational Health Effects

SACRN is proud to sponsor Racism as Trauma: Transgenerational Health Effects by Dr. Carmen McIntyre, MD, MPH. This virtual continuing education event is hosted by the Wayne State Institute of Gerontology on Wednesday, February 9th from 11:30am-1:00pm. See the flyer below for more details and click here to register.

Consider a Health Coach to Get You Back on Track for 2022

A health coach can provide assistance with goal setting, education and ongoing support if needed, as well as accountability with weekly or biweekly check-ins. This article by Lynn Breuer, LMSW, CDP details the benefits of health coaching and the programs offered for coaching and Mind Aerobics through Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit. For more information on working with a health coach (one-on-one or in a group setting) or joining a Mind Aerobics class, contact Joely Lyons at (248) 592-1995 or jlyons@jfsdetroit.org.

Assisted Living Locators Partnered with Dementia Care Education for Brain Health 2022

Assisted Living Locators is excited to announce our partnership with Dementia Care Education for this educational series called Brain Health 2022: An Owner's Guide to Successful Aging, Optimal Nutrition & Understanding Dementia. These FREE monthly webinars will cover the various topics listed. Please note that for Jan/Feb/Mar and Nov, the webinar is at Noon ET. The rest of the year it is at 1PM. Feel free to invite your friends and family. Click on this link to register. http://dementiacareeducation.com/metrodetroit-2/

2021 Fundraiser Update and Final Results

The Senior & Caregiver Resource Network would like to thank everyone who attended, sponsored, and participated in our annual fundraiser, held on October 28th of this year. The event, Bringing the Soul to Life, featured Shamanic medium Lori Lipten and raised over $24,000. We would like to thank Jewish Family Service, the fundraiser beneficiary, for their help in making this fundraiser such a success.

The proceeds will help provide emergency assistance for older adults served by Jewish Family Service. Last Tuesday, Jim Speir, SACRN Founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors, dropped off the proceeds to JFS office in West Bloomfield.

Pictured are (L to R): Lynn Breuer, Director of Community Outreach & Wellness (JFS), Amy Newman, Chief Development Officer (JFS), Jim Speir, Founder & Chair of Board of Directors (SACRN), Perry Ohren, CEO (JFS).

Medicare Open Enrollment

Looking for a new Medicare plan? It's open enrollment season, or as Debbie Stroup, the Michigan Medicare Specialist would say, it's the most wonderful time of year! Watch this interview on WDIV with Debbie and reach out to her for all of your Medicare needs.

SACRN 2021 Zoom Fundraising Event: Bringing the Soul to Life with medium Lori Lipten

SACRN is proud to present Bringing the Soul to Life with medium Lori Lipten for our 2021 Zoom Fundraising event. Proceeds raised will help provide emergency assistance for older adults served by Jewish Family Service. See below for more information and visit our event page to purchase your event tickets, sponsorship, and raffle tickets. We hope to see you there!

When is it Time to Move Into a Senior Residence?

Carolyn Marengere of Assisted Living Locators shares helpful information on how to know when it is time to move into a senior residence, what options are available, and what steps to take to initiate the process in her recent article published in the Trenton Trib. See page 18-19 to read the article.

Jewish Family Service Offers Mind Aerobics

Lynn Breuer spoke to WXYZ-TV Channel 7 about the importance of brain health. You can watch the video here and if you're interested in learning more about Mind Aerobics and Mind University visit here.

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan: Ribbon-Cutting at The Village of University Meadows

Save the date and register for the event here.

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan: Open House at The Village of Redford

Successful Aging through Financial Empower Featured on WXYZ Detroit

LaToya Hall and Dr. Peter Lichtenberg were featured on WXYZ Detroit earlier this month to increase awareness for the SAFE Program and Older Adult Nest Egg. You can read more and watch the interview here.

Replay Available of the Healthier Black Elders Center Presentation on Financial Empowerment and COVID

LaToya Hall (Program Coordinator, Successful Aging through Financial Empowerment) and Attorney Howard Collens discuss aspects of being financially wise during the Covid pandemic. Topics include avoiding common scams, protecting your devices, estate planning, and handling power-of-attorney responsibilities before a loved one becomes incapacitated. You can find the replay here.

James Speir Selected as a 2021 Five Star Wealth Manager

I am honored to be selected as one of the 2021 Five Star Wealth Managers in Metro Detroit for the fifth time and will be recognized in HOUR Detroit Magazine in June. I want to thank all my clients & colleagues for entrusting their business with me. You can read more about James and contact him here.

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gallery It's Spring! That means Mother's Day is not that far away. Assisted Living Locators is collecting Mother's Day cards for local older adults, so please help them brighten someone's day by making or sending them a card or several!

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan: The Real Estate Market Virtual Event April 29th, 2021 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

You’re invited to a virtual presentation with special guest Tricia Winborn, senior real estate specialist with Keller Williams presented by The Village of Redford. Join us for a complimentary real estate seminar as we discuss the current market, quick and easy tips on selling and more! Learn more and register by clicking here.

Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit: Spotlight 2021 Book Club with Kimberly Williams-Paisley

Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit was honored to host Kimberly Williams-Paisley for a book club discussion of her book Where the Light Gets In: Losing My Mother Only to Find Her Again in March of 2021. You can find the replay of the discussion here.

Join Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit for National Healthcare Decisions Day: April 16th, 2021

Join Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit on April 16th for National Healthcare Decisions Day where they will be discussing what goes into long-term care planning, including appointing a healthcare proxy and understanding the legalities of a DNR. Most importantly, they will discuss how to get these conversations started. The speakers include Howard H. Collens, an attorney and counselor, and Lynn Breuer, a licensed clinical social worker. This Zoom event is at 2pm on Friday, April 16th. You can register for the event here.

Healthier Black Elders Center Online Lunch & Learn: Financial Empowerment During the Pandemic

Join the Wayne State University Institute of Gerontology's Healthier Black Elders Center for an online webinar on financial empowerment on Tuesday, March 30th, 2021 from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. SAFE (Successful Aging thru

Financial Empowerment) Director LaToya Hall will share critical information on Covid-19 scams. Specializing in estate planning, estate administration and probate practice, attorney Howard Collens will discuss how we can protect our finances in cases of unexpected illness or loss. This event is free. You can learn more and register for the event here.

2021 Michigan Mental Health & Aging Conference: Register Now

Registration is now open for the 2021 Michigan Mental Health & Aging Conference on May 11-12th. The event will be livestreamed this year and counts toward CEUs for both nurses and social workers. Included among the list of great presenters is SACRN's Judy Lewis of SAGE Metro Detroit. You can learn more about the conference and register here.

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan and the Institute of Gerontology: Human Trafficking Education

See the flyer below for more information and click here to register.

Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit Book Club

Join our upcoming book club and discuss Kimberly Williams-Paisley's book Where the Light Gets In: Losing My Mother Only to Find Her Again, in preparation for our Spotlight Event! Register for book club, buy tickets, and check out sponsorship opportunities at jfsspotlightevent.org

Valentine's Day Cards for Older Adults

Please help us collect Valentine's day cards for the older adults in our communities. All the details are below. Please ask your friends and family to help. Please mail by February 3rd so we have them in time to deliver. #AssistedLivingLocators #ValentinesDay2021 #SendingALLOurLovetoSeniorsthisValentinesDay

Champions of Tomorrow: GoFundMe Reentry for Women Program

J&J Mobile Services nonprofit Champions of Tomorrow is raising money to support our new program initiative: Reentry for Women. The Reentry for Women program will provide temporary Transitional Housing for returning citizens in our southeast Michigan communities. Our goal is to raise $50,000 to support our housing and priority transportation costs for 76 formerly incarcerated women as they work towards their individual education, employment, and mental health goals over 12 months. Thank you for all of those that have already supported or pledged your support. Here is the link to access our GoFundMe page if you would like to give.

Wayne State University Webinar: Bringing Sexy Back: Why Gender Identity and Sexuality Are Essential in Routine Primary Care

Join the Wayne State School of Medicine Office of Faculty Affairs & Professional Development for this two-part webinar focusing on the importance of incorporating discussions around gender identity, gender expression, and sexuality into primary care visits, specifically LGBTQ identity and sex positivity. This is an important and often overlooked aspect of primary care, especially for older adults. Learn more about this event and RSVP here.

Help SAGE Metro Detroit Raise Money with Your Vote!

SAGE Metro Detroit has been invited to participate in the annual Holiday Cheer for Charity competition, sponsored by the Detroit News. With your vote, you can help them raise $20,000 in donations. You can cast one vote per day, per person until Wednesday, December 2nd, 2020. Click the link here and scroll down to vote for SAGE!

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan: Virtual Un-Gala November 19th at 5:30pm

Join Presbyterian Villages of Michigan for their annual gala, hosted virtually this year. Raffle proceeds will help fund PVM's COVID Emergency Help Fund. Click the link for more information about the event.

Caregiving During Times of Social Isolation

Join Lynn Breuer, LMSW of Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit on Monday, November 23rd at 2:00pm via Zoom for Caregiving During Times of Social Isolation. See the flyer below for more information and click here to register.

CEU: End-of-Life Care With Compassion & Understanding

Co-sponsored by BrightStar Care and the Senior & Caregiver Resource Network on Monday, November 16th. See flyer below for details.

Wayne State, Alzheimer’s Association host fall Alzheimer’s conference

Wayne State University’s Institute of Gerontology and the Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter will co-host “A Meaningful Life with Alzheimer’s Disease” on Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 9 a.m.-noon. This free, virtual conference focuses on caregiving, technology and living a full life with dementia. Gwen Graddy, M.D., will deliver the keynote speech. For more information or to register for the conference, visit the website here.

Congratulations to Howard H. Collens and Scott Galloway of Galloway and Collens, PLLC who were recognized in the Annual List of Top Attorneys by Super Lawyers Magazine!

This recognition is based on an objective analysis of an attorney's work as well as the opinion of other attorneys. Visit the website for Galloway and Collens, PLLC for more details and reach out to them with any of your real estate or estate planning needs!

Supporting Our Older Adults: The Pandemic Brings the Challenges They Face Closer to Home

Lynn Breuer, LMSW, CHC, CDP of Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit shares some helpful tips to help older adults combat social isolation while staying safe in the midst of the pandemic in an article published in The Jewish News. Click here to read the article and learn more about the challenges older adult face due to social isolation.

Wayne State Institute of Gerontology: Free Class for Caregivers

Powerful Tools for Caregivers is a proven program that gives caregivers a range of self-care tools to help them reduce personal stress and communicate effectively with family members and healthcare providers. This 6-week program -- Oct 7 to Nov 11 -- is free. Register here by Oct. 5.

From Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit: September is Healthy Aging Month

September is Healthy Aging Month! You can learn more about healthy aging and the Personal Actions Toward Health Program (PATH) from this blog post by Lynn Breuer, LMSW of Jewish Family Service of Metro Detroit.

BrightStar Care Sponsored CEU Event on Tuesday, September 22nd

PVM Virtual Gala

Save the Date for Presbyterian Villages of Michigan’s (PVM) Virtual Gala!

Amidst the chaos of these trying times, PVM’s formal gala has been postponed. While we are sad that we won’t get a chance to see everyone in person this year, we are excited to share a bright spot. Presbyterian Villages of Michigan’s will host it’s first-ever digital event. Visit the PVM website for more details.

What

The Un-Gala!

(Presbyterian Villages of Michigan’s 75th Anniversary Virtual Gala)

When

Thursday, November 19, 2020, at 5:30 p.m.

Where

From the comfort of your own home!

Why

To support Michigan seniors and to raise money to help cover the additional cost for well needed PPE.

The PVM 75th Anniversary Virtual Gala is free and open to the public. We love to see you there!

Please keep visiting this website for more details and updates on this exciting event

Sponsorships available! To sponsor this event, please email Paul Miller at pmiller@pvm.org.

James Speir: 2013, 2018, 2019 & 2020 Five Star Wealth Manager

James Speir of Speir Financial Services was awarded with the 2013, 2018, 2019 & 2020 Five Star Wealth Manager – Metro Detroit. He will be featured, for the 4th time, in the June 2020 issue of HOUR Detroit Magazine and the July/August issue of Fortune Magazine.

Financial Trainings & Tips for Caregivers: Older Adult Nest Egg

Worried that your parents are beginning to decline cognitively? While many programs for caregivers are designed to address the emotional, physical and mental needs of the older person and the caregiver, one critical aspect of caregiving is overlooked: Financial health. Older Adult Nest Egg (OANE) developed a friends/family component designed to help caregivers maintain the financial health of an older loved one.

How can you talk with the older person about financial management and/or protecting her finances? How do you discover if your older loved one is the victim of scams or identity theft? Do you know the dos and don’ts of managing your older loved one’s finances while protecting your own? Online, narrated trainings are now available at no cost. Developed under the leadership of Dr. Peter Lichtenberg at the Wayne State University Institute of Gerontology, trainings can be accessed at https://OlderAdultNestEgg.com . In addition to the online training there are resources and news alerts. A do it yourself assessment to determine how vulnerable your older love one may be to exploitation will soon be available.

Financial health is care giving health.

Visit olderadultnestegg.com

Senior and Caregiver Resource Network 2017 Fundraiser a Huge Success!

On November 28th James Speir, President and Lynn Breuer and Koreen Brown, Board Members presented Jewish Family Services (JFS) with a check for $18,000. The much needed donations will provide emergency funding for the older adults that JFS serves.

SACRN President James Speir, of Speir Financial, presents a check for $5,000 to AAA1-B after our highly successful 2016 fundraising dinner.

SACRN President James Speir and Board Member Howard Collens co-author Journal of Elder Abuse and Neglect article with Peter Lichtenberg of the Wayne State University Institute of Gerontology

Lichtenberg FDSS

SACRN President James Speir shares insights about Social Security with U.S. News & World Report

Please take a look at Jim's comments via the link below:

How to Use Social Security After the File-and-Suspend Rule Ends

SACRN Donates $4,482 to Jewish Family Services

The Senior & Caregiver Resource Network hosted several fund raisers and was able to donate a check in the amount of $4,482 to

Jewish Family Services to be used for Older Adult Service division. SACRN President Jim Speir presents the check at their board meeting on January 27, 2016.

SACRN President James Speir releases new video to highlight customer services

Please take a moment and review Jim's video at the link below:

Jim Speir Video

SACRN Member Pat Butler participates in executive summit in Boston: "Facing the music: Providers learning new moves so they can stay in step with new dance partners"

Please read about the summit at the link below:

www.mcknights.com/news/facing-the-music-providers-learning-new-moves-so-they-can-stay-in-step-with-new-dance-partners/article/442565/

Lynn Breuer Presents to 2015 Solutions for Family Caregivers Expo

Lynn Breuer will be speaking at the 2015 Solutions for Family Caregivers Expo sponsored by AAA1B from 12:30-1:30pm on Saturday October 17th at the Suburban Collection Showcase in Novi.

“Making the Transition from the Hospital to Home”

Lynn Breuer, MSW

There is a lot to think about when a loved one is getting ready to leave the hospital. What questions do families need to ask? What services and supports will they need to transition back home safely? Lynn will share her experience as a geriatric care manager and social worker who has helped families make the transition smoothly and safely.

Kurt Kazanowski, Author of A Son's Journey

Kurt Kazanowski, owner of Homewatch CareGivers home care agency, recently published a book, A Son's Journey, sharing his experiences as a caregiver for his parents. Recently, Kurt has been in the news. Here is a link to his Fox 2 segment from Sunday, September 6, 2015. Click here for the: Kurt Kazanowski Interview

Advantage Management – The Manors in

McKnight’s Long Term Care Magazine

Patrica Butler - VP Strategic Development with Advantage Management/The Manors participate in Executive Round Table in the November edition of McKnight’s Long Term Care Magazine. Click here to read more.

James Speir of Speir Financial Services awarded the 2013 Five Star Wealth Manager – Metro Detroit

James Speir of Speir Financial Services was awarded with the 2013 Five Star Wealth Manager – Metro Detroit. The award is based on quality of service and client satisfaction. He will be featured in the June issue of HOUR Detroit Magazine and the July/August issue of Business Journal.

SACRN Donates $1,376 to Area Agency on Aging 1-B Organization

Mr. James Speir – President of the Senior & Caregiver Resource Network (SACRN) presents a check to the AAA 1-B at their Board Meeting on March 22, 2013.

SACRN raised the funds at its 2012 Fundraiser and gave them $1,376. SCARN also gave Season’s Foundation, $1,376 and Alzheimer’s Association, $1,376.

James Speir appointed to Wayne State University Institute of

Gerontology Board of Visitors

James Speir – President of SACRN (Senior & Caregiver Resource Network) appointed to Wayne State University Institute of Gerontology Board of Visitors. Board of Visitors leadership council on endowments

and scholarships: this team brings together leaders from the public and private sectors to advance the cause of lifespan health research. The BOV meets quarterly to discuss the mission of the Institute and design a blue print for fundraising and development.

SACRN Donates $1,750 to Area Agency on Aging 1-B Organization

The Senior & Caregiver Resource Network hosted several fund raisers and was able to donate a check in the amount of $1,750

to the Michigan Area Agency on Aging 1-B Organization.

SACRN Donates $1,750 to Alzheimer’s Association

The Senior & Caregiver Resource Network hosted several fund raisers and was able to donate a check in the amount of $1,750 to

the Michigan Alzheimer’s Association.

SACRN has achieved Member Level status in the Anthony Wayne Society

SACRN has achieved Member Level status in the Anthony Wayne Society, which is WSU’s premier donor recognition program. Here is the website for more information: http://giving.wayne.edu/societies/anthony-wayne.php We will be recognized at this year's Charter Night celebration on November 19th at the Henry in Dearborn.

SACRN Holds Fundraiser for Seniors & Elderly in Need

The Senior & Caregiver Resource Network (SACRN) held a fundraiser event September 9, 2010 at the JD’s Key Club in Pontiac, MI. The event featured dueling piano’s and was attended by over 200 guests.

SACRN’s President, Jim Speir states ” The event was a huge success as we raised $5,200! We intend to split the proceeds between the Michigan Alzheimer’s Association, Area Agency on Aging 1-B and the Detroit Area agency on Aging.”

The Senior & Caregiver Resource Network is a trusted, caring group of professionals providing solutions for Seniors and those who care about them. Our Mission is to be a complete source of ethical, competent and trusted solutions for Seniors and with a respected reputation in the community for senior services.

Jim Speir was recognized by Area Agency on Aging 1-B

Jim Speir was recognized by Area Agency on Aging 1-B for his leadership in establishing the Senior and Caregivers Resource Network.

This group of like-minded caregivers provide a broad range of senior services. “I accept this award on behalf of the SACRN membership”, stated Jim Speir. “We meet regularly to work collaboratively to help individual in our senior communities find service(s) that help our seniors overcome difficult problems”.

How to detect early changes in informed decision-making

I am getting older. You are getting older. America is getting older. In 2018, an estimated 52 million Americans were ages 65 and older population is expected to grow from 16 percent of the American total today to 19 percent in 2030. By 2060, that share of the population could be upwards of 23 percent.

View Images of Our Fundraising Events

Browse through images of our recent fundraising events. The Senior and Caregiver Resource Network 2017 and 2016 Fundraisers were huge successes! At SACRN, through the program Older Adult Nest Egg (OANE), we help caregivers maintain the financial health of seniors they care for. OANE has been developed under the leadership of Dr. Peter Lichtenberg at the Wayne State University Institute of Gerontology. You can access the training sessions here. Call us today to learn more about our financial training services for caregivers.