ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES:
Contact your local Department of Human Services listed in the white pages of your local telephone directory. Services provided through the Adult Protective Services Programs are varied. They respond to the array of problems experienced by adults in need of protection.
The Program provides the following services: State number: 1-800-996-6228
Protection
Protective services investigation
Social protection, Family Planning, Home Help, Housing
Family Planning
Financial management , Money Management
Conservatorship/guardianship/civil commitment
Counseling, Information & Referral
Education and training
Volunteer Services
FINDING INFORMATION:
Michigan Office of Services to the Aging
Phone: 517-373-8230
Website: www.michigan.gov/miseniors
Michigan Medicare / Medicaid Assistance Program
Phone: 800-803-7174
Website: www.mmapinc.org
AARP
Website: www.aarp.org/decide
National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care
Phone: 202-332-2275
To reach your local Ombudsman:
Phone: 866-485-9393
Website: www.itcombudsman.org/ombudsman/michigan
SENIOR AGENCIES:
The Senior Alliance (Area Agency on Aging) (1-C)
3850 Second Street, Suite 201
Wayne, Michigan 48184
Phone: 734-722-2830 OR 800-815-1112
Fax: 734-722-2836
Email: info@tsalink.org
Website: www.TheSeniorAlliance.org
The Senior Alliance (TSA) is a nonprofit agency designated as the Area Agency on Aging
(AAA) for the 34 western and southern cities of Wayne County. Funding for agency services
are provided primarily by the Michigan Office of Services to the Aging (OSA) and the Michigan Department of Community Health. While many programs have different qualification requirements, the information offered primarily addresses the needs of persons age 60 and
older.
Eldercare Locator
To search for information or assistance for older adults in other areas of the state or nation
can be initiated by contacting the Area Agency on Aging that serves that region. Information about AAA services nationwide can be obtained by calling the toll-free Eldercare Locator at
1-800-677-1116. Their website is www.eldercare.gov.
Detroit Area Agency on Aging (1-A) Senior Solution Radio Program Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.
1333 Brewery Park Blvd., Suite 200 WGPR 107.5 F.M.
Detroit MI 48207-4544
Phone: 313-446-4444
Website: www.daaa1a.org
Serves the cities of Detroit, Hamtramck, Highland Park, Grosse Pointe Shores, Grosse Pointe Woods, Grosse Pointe Farms, & Harper Woods. Services are provided to individuals age 60
years and older (55 years old in the case of employment and training services) who reside in
the service area. It makes a variety of home and community-based services available to older persons, adults with disabilities, caregivers and service providers through public and private funding.
Area Agency on Aging (1-B)
29100 Northwestern Highway, Suite 400
Southfield MI 48034
Phone: 248-357-2255 OR 800-852-7795
Website: www.aaa1b.org
Serves: Counties of Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw, and St. Clair.
Offers a large variety of services including these 2 NEW programs!
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Veterans Community Living Program
A joint program, called the Veteran-Directed Home and Community-Based Service Program,
has been launched by the Veteran’s Administration and the Area Agency on Aging 1-B. The program is available to help veterans of any age who are at risk of nursing home placement. This program helps provide home and community-based support services that help older or disabled veterans remain living safely and independently in their own homes for as long as possible. Light housekeeping, home-delivered meals, personal care (help with bathing, dressing, etc.), and personal emergency response systems are just some examples of services that may help an individual remain living in their own home. Veterans also have the option of directing and managing their own care.
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Phone: 855-myride2 OR 855-697-4332 toll free
Website: www.myride2.com
Has a new senior/disabled transportation resource! Myride2 helps coordinate transportation for older adults and disabled adults. Call the above number or book a ride online at the website above. We will work with both non-profit and private transportation companies to help find a ride option appropriate to the caller situation.
Alzheimer's Association--Greater Michigan Chapter UPDATED 5/4/2013
Phone: 800-272-3900 Harry L. Nelson Helpline
Website: www.alz.org/gmc
The Alzheimer's Association is here to help Persons with Alzheimer's disease and
related dementias and their caregivers.
Respite Day Programs
Care Consultation
Local Support Groups & Dial-In Support Group
Wraparound
Early Stage Social Club
Minds on Art, a free 6-week program for people living with Alzheimer's disease and other
dementias and their care-partners. This is a unique opportunity for individuals in the early
and mid stages of the disease to create meaningful memories through art. Regardless if
you are an experienced artist or only a beginner, join us for DIA gallery tours & art studio
time.
Education Programs for caregivers
Professional Training
Clinical Study
MedicAlert + Safe Return, a 24-hour nationwide emergency response service for individuals
with Alzheimer's or a related dementia who wander or have a medical emergency. We provide
24-hour assistance, no matter when or where the person is reported missing.
Local resources and referrals
Please call the Harry L. Nelson Helpline as they can give you times and locations for support
groups and education workshops in your area. Please note, most of the programs and services are either low-cost or free.
Center for Senior Independence P.A.C.E. Program JUST ADDED 4/24/2013
7800 W. Outer Drive, Suite 240
Detroit, MI 48235
Phone: 313-543-6320 Cecili Reynolds
Office: 313-543-6367
Email: creynol1@HFHS.org
Website: Under Development
P.A.C.E stands for Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly, is designed to help frail elderly individuals stay in the community by providing health services as well as psychosocial, spiritual, and emotional support to our participants. This is a Medicaid Waiver program for Seniors partially owned by Henry Ford Health System and Presbyterian Villages.
Wayne County Friendly Reassurance Program
Website: www.waynecounty.com
The Program provides a telephone contact five days a week, Monday through Friday, to homebound persons residing in the following communities: Belleville, Canton, Huron
Township, Garden City, Inkster, Plymouth, Plymouth Township, Romulus, Sumpter Township,
Van Buren Township and Westland. The program has an emergency response plan in the
event a participant does not answer. There is no fee for this service, however, donations are accepted. This program is funded through a grant from The Senior Alliance and contributions.
Citizens for Better Care Ombudsman: 866-485-9393
Lansing Office:
5303 S. Cedar Street
Lansing MI 48911
Phone: 517-393-9405 OR 800-833-9548 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Website: www.cbcmi.org
An independent, nonprofit organization that provides information and advocacy to enhance
the self-determination and well-being of long-term care consumers in Michigan. This office
serves Lenawee County among others.
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Detroit Office:
4750 Woodward #410
Detroit MI 48201
Phone: 313-832-6387 OR 800-833-9548
Website: www.cbcmi.org
This office serves Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties among others.
ALSO:
Elder Abuse Services
Phone: 800-292-7852 OR 313-832-6387
Michigan Protection and Advocacy Services
Lansing Office:
4095 Legacy Parkway #500
Lansing MI 48911
Phone: 517-487-1755 OR 800-288-5923
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Livonia Office:
29200 Vassar Blvd. #200
Livonia MI 48152
Phone 248-473-2990 OR 800-414-3956
Email: molson@mpas.org
Website: www.mpas.org
Elder Law of Michigan, Inc. (ELM)
3815 W. St. Joseph #C200
Lansing MI 48917
Phone: 866-400-9164
AARP, Department of Homeland Security, American Red Cross and the National Organization on Disability worked together to develop brochures that can help older Americans or people with disabilities prepare for emergencies. To download the brochures, go to www.ready.gov.
METRO DETROIT NON-PROFIT AGENCIES:
Community Living Services
MetroPlace Center
35425 Michigan Ave. W. Suite 1
Wayne MI 48184
Phone: 734-722-6389
Website: www.comlivserv.com
Provides services to disabled and seniors as well as respite programs. Offers personal care, homemaking services, respite care, transportation, counseling and Benefits Coordination & Assistance. ** Has a new FREE Adult Day Services Program in Taylor called Parkside Pioneers from Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. with skilled personal care and community outings. Also has a new block grant to provide FREE in-home homemaking services and personal care to low-income seniors in Allen Park.
Hartford Agape House
18700 James Couzens Hwy.
Detroit MI 48235
Phone: 313-861-1200
Website: www.hartfordchurchdetroit.org
Provides various services including senior services, to the following zip code areas:
48221, 48219, 48235. Call for additional information.
Community & Home Supports Inc.
2111 Woodward Suite 608
Detroit MI 48201
Phone: 313-964-2566 #202
Website: www.chsinc.org
Offers in-home care for seniors through the Area Agencies on Aging and United Way funding.
The Luella Hannan Memorial Foundation
4750 Woodward Avenue
Detroit MI 48201
Phone: 313-833-1300
Website: www.hannan.org
A non-profit service center with Partner agencies providing a range of services to older people in the Detroit Metro area. The Center supports individuals as they develop new strengths and satisfactions to enrich daily life and maintain independence. Some activities include the Hannan Center for Senior Learning (transportation is available to seniors enrolled in classes
on Wednesdays and Fridays), University of Detroit Mercy Urban Law Clinic, AARPTax-Aide Service, MiCafe which will help you get a Bridge Card for food assistance, and a variety of support groups.
In-Home Companion Services
21245 Constitution Street
Southfield MI 48076
Phone: 248-943-3739 Viola
248-631-7940 Carol
Email: vwoodford@gmail.com Viola
Website: www.inhomeservices.org
The Mission of In-Home Companion Services is to provide in-home respite companion services
to senior citizens & disabled adults including Veterans receiving rehabilitation after serving in
Iraq and Afganistan and to relieve Caregivers of their daily routine to improve their quality of life.
MORE AGENCIES ARE LISTED BELOW!
