Michigan Services for Senior Citizens
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Government Local-LinksThe Official Web Site for the StateContact Governor Jennifer Granholm Contact Your State Representative Contact Your U.S. Representative in the House. Contact Your U.S. Representative in the Senate. UP
The Michigan Department of Human Services (DHS) administers programs providing economic, social and medical assistance to the disadvantaged. Programs include Medicaid, adult protective services, adult independent living services, and financial assistance programs including food stamps, Supplemental Security Income, and the Low Income Energy Assistance Program. Agency contact is typically made through a local county office. Administration on Aging (AoA)AOA is part of the Department of Health & Human Services, administers and funds programs and services for older people. The web site has a wealth of information, including government policy updates, fact sheets, health information, resources. Area Agencies on Aging Your first contact to locating services for the elderly would begin with your local Area Agency on Aging. Whether you are seeking caregiving services or home delivered meals, your Area Agency on Aging contracts with local service providers to provide a wide range of support services to seniors in specified regions of the state. Michigan Community Action Agencies are nonprofit agencies that help low-income individuals help themselves. Services vary but may include dental clinics, emergency assistance, housing, and information and referral. GovBenefits.gov helps citizens access government benefit eligibility information through a free, confidential, and easy-to-use online screening tool. After answering some basic questions, the user receives a customized report listing of local-links of the benefit programs for which the user, or person for whom he or she is entering information, may be eligible. Benefits Checkup helps thousands of people every day to connect to private or government programs that help them pay for prescription drugs, health care, utilities, and other needs. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)Provides information on medications, health care and nutrition, as well as other information geared specifically toward older people.
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Medicaid services in Michigan Health care coverage is available to individuals and families who meet certain eligibility requirements. The goal of these health care programs is to ensure that essential health care services are made available to those who otherwise do not have the financial resources to purchase them. MMAP The Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) is a free health-benefits counseling service for Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries and their families or caregivers. Our mission is to educate, advocate, counsel and empower people to make informed benefit decisions Find your local Social Security Office by typing in your zip code. The Social Security Office can tell you about Retirement Benefits, Disability Benefits, Medicare Part D, Medicare and Medicaid, and Survivors Benefits. Division of Veteran's Affairs Complete listing of local VA offices in your county. The function of the Division of Veterans Affairs is to assist veterans and their families in the presentation, processing, proof and establishment of claims, privileges, rights and benefits as they may be entitled to under Federal, State or local laws.
Michigan Senior Legal Assistance services include intake, advice and counsel, referral, representation, legal research, preparation of legal documents, negotiation and legal education MI Long-Term Care Ombudsman's Offices This program helps improve the quality of life of residents in nursing homes and personal care homes by acting as residents’ independent advocate. Ombudsman staff and volunteers informally investigate and resolve complaints on behalf of residents. They visit long-term care facilities to be accessible to residents and monitor conditions. Adult Protective Services Program staff investigate allegations of abuse, neglect or exploitation and provide protection to vulnerable adults. Policy requires that investigations will begin within 24 hours after the complaint is received. UP MI Senior Centers and Meals on Wheels Michigan Association of Senior Centers UP
Utility Information for Senior Citizens Several programs available to assist with electric and gas bills. UP
Local Chapters of the Alzheimer's Association Chapters of the Alzheimer's Association learn about programs and services available in your area, including support groups and educational workshops. Help us list support groups, associations and organizations dedicated to supporting both the older adult and the family caregiver. Send suggestions to Contact Us UP
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