Bringing Back the Heart of Community

by Cynthia Germain In today’s fast-paced world, the cherished spirit of neighborliness often seems like a relic of the past. Yet, the Age Friendly initiative, anchored by AARP’s Eight Domains of Livability, offers a promising blueprint to revive that sense of community. These Eight…

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How MatchUp is Changing Work & Community

by Cynthia Germain When we launched MatchUp in 2024, our goal was simple: connect older adults in Door County with meaningful part-time work while helping businesses create age-friendly workplaces. Now, looking back on our first full year, we can proudly say, we did it—and…

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Are You a Caregiver? Check Out These Resources

by Cynthia Germain Wisconsin is home to 580,000 family caregivers—individuals who provide vital support to older adults and people with disabilities. Here in Door County, caregiving is a significant part of life for many residents. According to our Aging in Place Survey, caregivers in…

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