Education and Human Services

November is National Family Caregivers Month

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It is common for family members to become the first and/or only source of support for older adults and adults living with disabilities. In fact, more than one in five people is a family caregiver for an adult, according to the National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) and AARP. Most family caregivers provide:

  • Help with bathing, grooming and dressing
  • Food preparation and feeding
  • Mobility assistance
  • Financial aid and money management
  • Transportation
  • Grocery shopping
  • Laundry and light housekeeping
  • Medication management
  • Mental health support
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Oakland University: Oakland County College Connections

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Oakland University (OU), located in the cities of Auburn Hills and Rochester Hills, offers its students 270 degree and certificate programs. Known as a student-centered, doctoral research institution with a global perspective, OU has plenty to extend to its over 20,000 enrolled scholars. When students aren’t busy conducting research, gaining global perspectives, competing in Division I athletics – Go Golden Grizzlies!, leading student organizations, or performing on stage, there’s a sprawling campus, spanning two thriving cities to enjoy.

Take a look at our video and tour the gorgeous campus and architecture yourself.

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Oakland County College Series: Oakland University

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Oakland University, located in both Auburn Hills and Rochester Hills, is known as a student-centered, doctoral research institution with a global perspective. With a list of academic options that’s constantly growing, they currently offer more than 130 undergraduate degrees and more than 135 graduate degree and certificate programs. Oakland University has plenty to offer its over 20,000 currently enrolled students. When they aren’t busy conducting research, gaining global perspectives, competing in Division I athletics, leading student organizations, or performing on stage, there’s a sprawling campus to enjoy. Continue reading →