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Being There for Others: Celebrating Social Workers at Brio Living ServicesMarch is Careers in Aging Month, and Brio Living Services is highlighting a variety of professions that help us all to age well! One of these is social work, which we also celebrate in March during National Social Workers Month.Brio Living Services employs 47 social…

Huron Valley PACE Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Serving Older Adults Dignitaries Honored Organization’s Decade of DedicationHuron Valley PACE, or Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly, celebrated its 10th Anniversary with A Decade of Dedication Open House event at the PACE Day Center located in Ypsilanti, Michigan on Friday, March 8.Several dignitaries were on hand to…

Mia Larson: Fulfilling Her Dream of a Career in Healthcare Since she was a kid, Mia Larson always wanted to work in healthcare. She completed her CNA training at Kent Career Technical Center while still a high school student. As part of the program, Mia says, “There was a mock practice interview with Porter Hills Village.…

Embracing Home with Avenues: The Wise Choice for Older AdultsAs we age, the concept of ‘home’ takes on a deeper significance. It’s not just a physical space; it’s a repository of memories, a place of comfort, and a symbol of independence.Remarkably, a striking 93% of older adults express a desire to remain in their own…

LifeCircles PACE and Mobile Dental Partner Bring Healthy Smiles to Participants Dental health is often neglected among older adults, particularly those with lower incomes, lack of insurance, and mobility challenges. A 2022 study by the Journal of Personalized Medicine shows that as many as 78% of older adults have experienced some tooth loss. This can…

Celebrating Senior Independence Month at Brio Living ServicesFebruary is National Senior Independence Month, which celebrates the many ways older adults can continue to be self-reliant, as well as the community services and adaptations that make independence more accessible for so many. At Brio Living Services, we believe that respecting and preserving the autonomy of the…

Celebrating Valentine’s Day – Just For Fun!Valentine’s Day doesn’t just have to be for romance. It can also be a fun day to spend with friends and taking the time to appreciate loved ones around you. No matter what your situation is, here are some fun ways to celebrate the day to liven up your…

Brio Living Services Announces New Leader at Thome PACE Robyn Abbey-Hardesty, LMSW Named New Thome PACE Executive DirectorBrio Living Services has announced that Robyn Abbey-Hardesty, LMSW, has accepted the role of Executive Director for Thome Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly, or PACE®, located in Jackson, Michigan. Abbey-Hardesty, who served as the Thome PACE Day…

Be Kind to Servers MonthBrio Living Services employs nearly 200 Dining Services team members throughout the state, many of whom are servers; the hard-working folks tasked with making the dining experience friendly, high-quality, and meaningful at Brio’s residential communities. Being a server at a Brio community differs in many ways from a typical restaurant. Residents…

Volunteer Kristy Fetyko and Tinkerbell Bring Joy to CRC ResidentsKristy Fetyko of Chelsea and her 6-year-old Papillion, Tinkerbell, are a welcome sight at Chelsea Retirement Community (CRC)! Kristy volunteers weekly, alternating between Independent Living and Assisted Living on the CRC campus, and Tinkerbell loves to go with her, dolled up with a bow in her…

Food for Thought: Huron Valley PACE and Local Partners Provide Healthy Food Pantry Options for PACE Participants The first and third Wednesdays each month are busy days at Brio Living Services’ Huron Valley PACE. That’s when Food Gatherers of Washtenaw County delivers food items to the PACE food pantry.“The population we serve at Huron Valley…

Balanced Living by Brio Living Services Offers Holistic Approach to HealthChelsea Retirement Community Pilots Enhanced Wellness Experience for ResidentsBrio Living Services announces the pilot of a new branded health and wellness program at Chelsea Retirement Community (CRC), its flagship campus in Chelsea, Michigan. Balanced Living by Brio Living Services will kick off in January 2024…