MDSCAA Senior Companion Program

08/15/2026

The Senior Companion Program/Foster Grandparent Program picnic at Besse Park went really well today. After signing in, we got envelopes containing more “Learn & Earn” paperwork to work on, a new calendar for September, and a paper letting us know of our next In Service in September (10th). We had Bingo, we had Sloppy Joes as the main course for lunch, and we had the Bucket Raffle, and Share The Wealth Raffle. It was a sunny day, and it was a wonderful day for a picnic. Great seeing everyone. See you on September 10th (Aug 14, 2026)

08/05/2026

The Senior Companion Program In Service (August 5, 2026) went very well. We had Share The Wealth, Birthdays, and Dan and Cindy from the Su***de Prevention Task Force talked about Su***de. We had a wonderful Ham lunch. We filled out a questionnaire. And then we got new Rain Jackets. Thank you Senior Companion Program for a great time today. Our next Picnic is August 14 (Friday). Our next In Service is September 10th(Thursday). Our Recognition Luncheon is October 14th(Wednesday).

07/22/2026

Taking care of the people who take care of our community. Our Seniors volunteers got fitted for new work shoes on July 21st — one small way we say thank you for their dedication. 💙

07/21/2026

The Senior Companions/Foster Grandparents teamed up for another Picnic at Besse Park. We played Bingo and had many prizes for the winners. It rained and the wind blew. We had Spaghetti and meatballs with garlic bread. It rained again, and blew. We had the “Share The Wealth” & “Bucket” Raffles winners. It rained and the wind blew, and then we blew away (yet, that wasn't the end of the day, more to come on what happened next). It was great time, and it was great to see everyone again. See you Again on August 5th at the Senior Center. (July 21, 2026)

07/14/2026

Over at Lakeview Assisted Living, Banana Day was a "split-tacular" success! Our volunteers, Barb and Lorie (banana lady) helped the residents enjoy a sweet afternoon filled with laughter and delicious banana splits!

06/26/2026

The June 2026 In Service Picnic at Besse park teaming up the Senior Companion Program and the Foster Grandparents Program went really well. It was a beautiful day. We played Bingo, and everyone was a winner, and chicken dinner. We had “Share The Wealth” & “Bucket Raffle” drawings. We had an envelope filled with a calendar for July, Learn & Earns, and order forms for a new rain jacket. It was great to see everyone. We'll see you next month. (June 26, 2026)

05/26/2026

LakeHouse Escanaba recently held a special event honoring notable military figures from the Upper Peninsula. Guest speaker Bill Castle, a Senior Companion Volunteer, shared inspiring stories of the UP men and women who proudly served our country.

LakeHouse's own veteran residents also reflected on their time in service, sharing personal memories and experiences that touched everyone in attendance.

We thank all of our veterans for their courage, sacrifice, and service to our nation.

05/18/2026

Grateful for the opportunity to connect with the community and support wellness at this weekend’s health fair. And as Grahm's shirt says, 'be a volunteer today!' 😁

05/01/2026

What a nice surprise today at Schoolcraft Medical Care Facility when Lee and I received this gift for Volunteer Appreciation...we were not there for the last two weeks, so it is belated. How nice is this? Truly a "love gift" ❤️

04/28/2026