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JACKSON, Mich. (August 4, 2025) \u2014 On Friday, August 1, Sen. Sue Shink<\/b> (D-Northfield Twp.) hosted her annual Senior Summit at the Crouch Senior Center in Jackson. The community event helped connect local senior citizens to services available to them, offered them valuable information about their legal rights, how to avoid scams, and how to protect their identity, among other helpful resources from various organizations and agencies.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur seniors contribute so much to our communities, from mentorship and civic engagement to social connection and support. I was thrilled\u00a0to host this community event to help give back to our local seniors and ensure they have the support they need to thrive,\u201d said Sen. Shink<\/b>. \u201cThank you to the engaged community members who came out and also to the helpful organizations and agencies who offered their services and expertise to benefit our local seniors. The Crouch Senior Center is a wonderful place, and I appreciate them hosting us.\u201d<\/p>\n

During the Senior Summit, Sen. Shink also shared important updates from the Capitol, including her work championing legislation to reduce prescription drug prices, while helping constituents overcome barriers and access critical resources.<\/p>\n

For more information about upcoming events, visit Sen. Shink\u2019s Facebook page<\/a><\/u><\/span>. If you need assistance with state matters or want to share your opinions or concerns regarding legislation, you can reach Sen. Shink\u2019s office by calling (517) 373-2426 or emailing SenSShink@senate.michigan.gov<\/a><\/u><\/span>.<\/p>\n

Sen. Shink is proud to serve Michigan\u2019s 14th Senate District which includes parts of Ann Arbor and all of Dexter, Chelsea, and Jackson City, <\/i>among many townships<\/a><\/u><\/i><\/span>.<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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