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Page 8 Senior Times - March 2026Batt el Creek Housing Commiss oi nKELLOGG MANOR%u2022 Studio & One Bedroom Apartments%u2022 Located on Public Bus Line%u2022 Residents%u2019 Community Room%u2022 Some Garages Available/Pkg. Next to Bldg.%u2022 Antenna & Cable Options%u2022 Pet Friendly Building%u2022 Utilities Included/Online Rent Payment Option%u2022 Secured Building Entry/Brick Construction%u2022 On-site Laundry FacilityCHERRY HILL MANOR%u2022 One Bedroom Apartments%u2022 Located on Public Bus Line%u2022 Residents%u2019 Community Room%u2022 Computer/Card Game Room/Library%u2022 Parking next to Building%u2022 Antenna & Cable Options %u2022 Pet Friendly Building%u2022 Utilities included/Online Rent Payment Option%u2022 Secured Building Entry/Brick Construction%u2022 On-site Laundry FacilitySENIOR HOUSINGThe Battle Creek Housing Commission Provides SeniorsComfortable Living at an Affordable Price!Cherry Hill ManorLocated at 10 Clay St.Kellogg ManorLocated at 250 Champion St.APPLY AT 250 Champion St.Monday-Friday (Closed to Public Tuesdays)7am-noon or 1-4pm269-965-0591www.battlecreekhousing.orgBATTLE CREEK HOUSING COMMISSIONCENTENARIANS WANTED!Calhoun County Senior Services is looking for Calhoun County residents age who are turning 99 years or older this year, to participate in the 2026 Centenarian Project.Please Contact Calhoun County Senior Services at 269-781-0846 or by email at rdefinta@calhouncountymi.govCalhoun County Senior Services315 W. Green St.Marshall, MI 49068269-781-0846seniormillage@calhouncountymi.govYour Trusted Licensed Adult Foster Care HomeProvides compassionate, personalized care for up to 6 seniors.%u2022 Call bells in every room%u2022 24 hour staffing%u2022 Nutritious home cooked meals%u2022 Medical Care Coordination, and more!261 Beachfield Dr., Battle Creek MI 49015 | www.kozykomfortassistedliving.comOPENINGS NOW AVAILABLE | Call 269-359-5606 for a tourTroy Huggett, Special to Senior TimesAFTER 50 FitnessIt might mean joining a small group exercise class, walking with a neighbor, volunteering, attending a book club, or simply calling a friend more often. Group fitness, in particular, creates built-in accountability and camaraderie. I%u2019ve seen friendships form between people who first met while learning how to squat safely or hold a plank a few seconds longer.And let%u2019s not forget the powerful role of pets. A dog or cat can provide daily companionship, a sense of purpose, and even encourage physical activity. Walking a dog adds gentle cardio to your routine, while the simple act of caring for a pet reduces loneliness and boosts mood.This March, as we think about health, let%u2019s broaden the definition. Strength isn%u2019t just measured in pounds lifted or miles walked. It%u2019s measured in laughter shared, hands shaken, stories exchanged, and lives intertwined.We are stronger together.STRONGER TOGETHER: THE POWER OF CONNECTION AT EVERY AGEMarch is a month that hints at renewal. The days grow a little longer, the air softens, and many of us begin thinking about getting outside again. It%u2019s also a perfect time to reflect on something just as vital as physical activity: connection.As a personal trainer specializing in senior health and fitness, I spend much of my time focused on strength training. We work on balance, posture, bone density, and functional movement %u2013 adding in cardio and stretching to keep the heart and joints healthy. But over the years, I%u2019ve learned something just as important as muscle strength: people get stronger when they%u2019re connected.Research consistently shows that socialization improves overall health. Meaningful relationships can lower stress, reduce the risk of depression, and even support heart health. On the other hand, social isolation has been linked to higher risks of chronic disease and cognitive decline. In other words, our social networks matter just as much as our exercise routines.The good news? Building connection doesn%u2019t require a dramatic life change. What isIdentity Theft? From the office of Attorney GeneralIdentity theft happens when a thief steals your personally identifiable information (PII) without your knowledge to commit fraud or theft. Be stingy when sharing any information over the phone or online. Be sure to store or dispose of personal documents securely; don%u2019t just toss in the trash when done reading.Common warning signs of identity theft:%u2022 You find unfamiliar accounts or charges on your credit report.%u2022 Your credit score drops suddenly.%u2022 You are denied credit.%u2022 Your checks are no longer accepted.%u2022 You no longer receive certain mail.%u2022 You receive bills or credit cards for services/accounts you are not familiar with.%u2022 You are contacted by debt collectors for services/accounts you are not familiar with.%u2022 You get a notice that your information was compromised by a data breach at a company where you do business or have an account.%u2022 You see withdrawals from your bank account that you can%u2019t explain.%u2022 You receive bills from medical providers for services you didn%u2019t receive.%u2022 Your health plan rejects your legitimate medical claim because the records show you%u2019ve reached your benefits limit.%u2022 A health plan won%u2019t cover you because your medical records show a condition you don%u2019t have.%u2022 You receive notice from the IRS that more than one tax return was filed in your name, or that you have income from an employer you don%u2019t work for.Consumers may file a complaint with the Attorney General%u2019s Consumer Protection Team:P.O. Box 30213Lansing, MI 48909Phone: (517) 335-7599Fax: (517) 241-3771Toll-free: (877) 765-8388The online complaint form can be found at https://secure.ag.state.mi.us/complaints/consumer.aspx.