April 19, 2025

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Articles for tag: Senior Activities and Fitness, Senior Care Services

young adult sitting with a senior citizen in a blue shirt on a tan couch

CareYaya Brings UM Students to Care for Local Seniors

By Natalie Davies The national caregiving organization CareYaya brings University of Michigan pre-med students to the homes of local seniors to create companionship and fill the caregiving gap. “CareYaya is companion care,” Susan McAdams, who serves on the board of the CareYaya Foundation and leads Michigan CareYaya efforts, said. “It’s meal prep. It’s cleaning up ...

Doug Marrin

Bill O'Reilly, Marcia White, and Sharon Kegerreis of Chelsea Senior Center discuss the innovative programs that are redefining senior care.

Innovations at Chelsea Senior Center Redefining Senior Care

(L-R) Bill O’Reilly, Marcia White, and Sharon Kegerreis of Chelsea Senior Center. Photo by Jon Von Hoek. In a bustling expansion of services and programs, the Chelsea Senior Center is redefining the landscape of senior care and community engagement. The Sun Times News met with Bill O’Reilly, Executive Director, and Sharon Kegerreis, Outreach & Connections ...