Celebrate Summer Safely: Tips for Older Adults During America’s 250th Anniversary This summer, communities across the country are celebrating a historic milestone—America’s 250th anniversary. From backyard barbecues and family gatherings to parades and fireworks, it’s a season filled with opportunities to connect, celebrate, and make memories. At Brio Living Services, we believe the most enjoyable […]
Celebrating The Longest Day: Shedding Light on Dementia Care at Brio Living Services Renowned dementia care expert and founder of the Positive Approach to Care®, Teepa Snow, has said, “Dementia does not rob someone of their dignity; it’s our reaction to them that does.” During Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, Brio Living Services is honored […]
Men’s Health Month: Aging Strong, Living Well June is Men’s Health Month—a time dedicated to raising awareness about the unique health challenges men face and encouraging healthier lifestyles at every age. For older adults, this conversation becomes even more important. As men age, preventative care, social connection, physical activity, and emotional well-being all play a […]
Brio Living Services Recognized as a Best & Brightest Place to Work For® in West Michigan for 24th Year in a Row Brio Living Services is proud to announce that it has received the designation of Best and Brightest Company to Work For® in West Michigan. Brio has received this honor every year since […]
UMRC-Porter Hills Foundation Announces $28 Million Live Life with Brio Campaign with Chelsea Kickoff Event UMRC-Porter Hills Foundation, fundraising arm for Brio Living Services, publicly announced the launch of its Live Life with Brio comprehensive campaign. More than eighty guests attended this kickoff celebration held on May 28 at the Chelsea Retirement Community (CRC) Mackinaw […]
Impact of Benevolent Care: ‘I Want to Help’ Natalie Brown’s father suffered a stroke at the age of 67. He could no longer care for himself, nor could his family provide the care he needed. They made the decision to move her father into a long-term care center. One of his best friends transferred there […]
Viewing Aging Through an Equitable Lens During Older Americans Month Some of us are older adults, many of us know one, and the rest of us will be someday. That’s why Brio Living Services and its philanthropic arm, the UMRC-Porter Hills Foundation are proud to recognize Older Americans Month. Since 1963, the Administration for Community […]
Brio Living Services Team Members, Program Honored at 2026 LeadingAge Michigan Awards Gala Brio Living Services is proud to announce that six of its team members were recently honored at the LeadingAge Michigan Member Awards Gala on April 28, 2026, held at the DoubleTree Hotel Novus Ballroom in Battle Creek, Michigan. Each award winner was […]
Financial Wellness: The Benefits of Giving We’ve all heard the saying, “It is better to give, than to receive.” Did you know there is actual scientific research that backs up that statement? Experts have found that giving creates a “warm glow” of dopamine in the body, lighting up the same parts of the brain as […]
LifeCircles PACE Medical Director Named 2026 Medical Director of the Year Iris Boettcher, MD, CMD was honored recently at The Foundation for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (PALTmed)’s annual conference in Anaheim, California as the Foundation’s 2026 Medical Director of the Year award recipient. The Medical Director of the Year Award recognizes those individuals whose […]
