The deadline has been extended to Wednesday, March 16, 2022.

For the past six years, SCC has been awarding mini-grants on a competitive basis to local businesses (nonprofit, for-profit, and governmental) to initiate projects that address the unmet needs of local older adults and persons with disabilities. This year, we are looking for proposals that focus on the following unmet needs: Nutrition & Access to Better Nutrition, Social Isolation & Loneliness Prevention, and Home Repairs & Chore Services.

We will be awarding up to three grants of $5,000 each to the organizations with the strongest proposals. Deadline for applications is Wednesday, March 16, 2022. Click here to learn more and access the application.

March is National Kidney Month! According to the National Kidney Foundation (NKF), an estimated 26 million Americans have kidney disease. Many may not be aware they have the disease. NKF suggests individuals do five things for the health of their kidneys:

Get Tested Talk with your doctor about risks and family history to determine your need to be tested.

Reduce NSAIDs Over the counter medication can affect your kidneys. Talk with your doctor about any over the counter medication you take.

Cut the Processed Foods Adopting a healthy diet can improve overall health.

Exercise Regularly Regular exercise may improve blood pressure and lower blood sugar. Both high blood pressure and high blood sugar may affect kidney health.

Stay Well Hydrated Drinking water helps keeps kidneys clear of toxins.

For more information, click here. Always check with your doctor about your health care.