EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR SENIORS
AARP Foundation WorkSearch and the Senior Community
Service Employment Program
15100 Northline Road
Southgate MI 48195
Phone: 734-281-2470
Website: www.aarp.org
Operation ABLE 
JUST ADDED 5/10/2012
JUST ADDED 5/10/20124750 Woodward, Suite 201
Detroit MI 48201
Phone: 800-922-4473
Email: ability@operationABLE.org
Website: www.OperationABLE.org
Operation ABLE of Michigan has received a $200,000 grant from the AARP Foundation to provide
job search and career services for older adults. This nonprofit provides counseling and skill-building workshops and helps people learn about job opportunities.
The Information Center, Inc.
The Family Resource Place
20500 Eureka Road Suite #110
Taylor, MI 48180
Phone: 734-282-7171
TTY: 734-282-7184 Michigan Relay Services: 800-649-3777
Email: info@theinfocenter.info
Website: www.theinfocenter.info
Detroit Area Agency on Aging/
Mature Workers Employment & Training Program
1333 Brewery Park Blvd., Suite 200
Detroit MI 48207-4544
Phone: 313-446-4444
Website: www.daaa1a.org/DAAA
This paid, on-the-job training program provides work experience for low-income adults who are 55 years of age or older and live in the Detroit area. It is designed to enhance or develop skills, allowing the return to gainful employment. Participants will be expected to participate in a training placement
as an enrollee at 20 to 25 hours per week assignment and will be paid at least minimum wage. Benefits will vary, but may include job training, job-related counseling and assistance, job referral and placement.
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"Its Never Too Late" Computer Training
Computer Training is provided in a class setting with a maximum of 15 participants and lasts 10 weeks. Training includes remedial keyboard and mouse skills, introduction to computers, Windows Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. During the 10 weeks, training participants are also provided other services: Job Search Assistance, Counseling, Resume Preparation, Attendance at Job Fairs, Job Interview Opportunities, and Job Clubs.
INDIVIDUAL COUNTIES SENIOR PROGRAMS
Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency
Phone: 734-955-6752 ext. 228
Email: ncoman@waynemetro.org Nancy Coman
Website: www.waynemetro.org
Has a variety of Senior resources such as Caregiver Support Groups. Also can help with free
and low-cost incontinence supplies!
The Information Center, Inc.
The Family Resource Place
20500 Eureka Road Suite #110
Taylor, MI 48180
Phone: 734-282-7171
TTY: 734-282-7184 Michigan Relay Services: 800-649-3777
Email: info@theinfocenter.info
Website: www.theinfocenter.info
Has a variety of Senior resources including Caregiver Support Groups.
Adult Well-Being Services
Administrative Offices:
1423 Field Ave.
Detroit MI 48214
Phone: 313-924-7860
Email: nmaye@awbs.org
Website: www.awbs.org
Offices throughout Wayne County.
Matrix Human Services
120 Parsons Street
Detroit MI 48201
Phone: 313-831-1000
Website: www.matrixhumanservices.org
Older adult programs.
Lutheran Social Services of Michigan
8131 E. Jefferson Ave.
Detroit MI 48214
Phone: 313-823-7982
Email: info@lssm.org
Website: www.lssm.org
Has an area of service called In-Home Services that helps seniors, persons with disabilities
and people convalesing from an illness or surgery to develop and maintain their independence.
Can provide the following help:
Medication reminders, Wheelchair-to-bed transfers
Mobility assistance & transportation
Housekeeping, shopping, errands
Laundry and linen changes
Meal preparation and help with eating
Bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming
Pet care, limited lawn care & snow removal
Rates are competitive and funding may be available for some services from governmental sources.
They meet with the customers to develop a cost-effective customer care plan that makes the most
of their available resources.
Caregivers Ministry
1725 Caniff
Hamtramck MI 48212
Phone: 313-866-1443
Website: www.caregiversministry.org
Various services for seniors including respite care, personal and homemaking chore services,
budget counseling, employment readiness training, etc.
Catholic Social Services of Wayne County (CSSWC)
9851 Hamilton Avenue
Detroit MI 48202
Phone: 313-883-2100
Email: csswc@csswayne.org
Website: www.csswayne.org
The Senior Companion Program (SCP) trains older adults to provide a range of services to seniors
who may be homebound, developmentally challenged or emotionally impaired. The Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) brings generations together as older adults provide one-to-one mentoring, support and care to children with special needs. FGP serves Wayne and Macomb counties. The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (VSP) provides older adults (55+) an opportunity to serve the community through volunteerism in various non-profit organizations throughout the county. Transportation assistance is available.
Neighborhood Service Organization (NSO)
220 Bagley Avenue Suite 1100
Detroit MI 48226
Phone: 313-961-7990
Website: www.nso-mi.org
NSO Older Adult Services (OAS) is a nationally recognized mental health program for Wayne and Oakland County residents age 60 and over and for adult nursing home residents age 18 and over. Services are community/outreach-based, not office-based. Offers outreach and psychiatric services, specialized training related to caring for individuals with mental illness, respite services, emergency screenings, hospital services, PASARR screenings and assessments for Wayne & Oakland counties, geriatric assessment center, consultation services, and nursing home monitoring and specialized services for individuals with mental illness or developmental disabilities for Wayne and Oakland counties.
Also: Residential Care Program offers independent and dependent lifestyles for adults 60 and over
and OBRA consumers 18 and over. A full range of clinical, psychiatric, nursing, and occupational therapy services are provided for residents in supported living settings. Also, Community Placement and AFC Home Monitoring for the CareLink and ConsumerLink Networks.
Bridging Communities, Inc.
6900 McGraw
Detroit MI 48210
Phone: 313-361-6377
Website: www.bridgingcommunities.org
MACOMB COUNTY
Macomb County Senior Center Services
Phone: 586-469-6313
Has a medical equipment loan closet, 9-1-1 cell phone redistribution program, Help for Hire (a referral program for self-employed people who perform indoor/outdoor tasks), shelter & housing information, Adult Day Care services, discount programs for businesses and prescription drugs.
MONROE COUNTY
United Way First Call for Help
216 N. Monroe Street
Monroe MI 48161
Phone: 734-242-1331
Website: www.monroeuw.org
Faith in Action for Monroe County
6724 N. Monroe Street
Monroe MI 48162
Phone: 734-243-2233
Website: www.fianationalnetwork.org
Provides volunteer chore service
Living Independence for Everyone (LIFE)
14930 LaPlaisance Rd.
Monroe MI 48161
Phone: 734-242-6800
Website: www.lifeindependence.org
Monroe County Opportunity Program (M.C.O.P.)
1140 S. Telegraph Road
Monroe MI 48161
Phone: 734-241-2775
Website: www.monroecountyop.org
Home Chore Dept., Home Care Dept. that helps with homemaking and personal care tasks so
that clients can remain living independently in their own homes.
OAKLAND COUNTY
Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency
CENTRAL OFFICE:
196 Cesar E. Chavez Ave.
PO Box 430598
Pontiac MI 48343
Phone: 248-209-2600
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SOUTH OFFICE:
345 E. Nine Mile Road
Ferndale MI 48220
Phone: 248-542-5860
Email: info@olhsa.org
Website: www.olhsa.org
WASHTENAW COUNTY
Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County
2245 S. State Street
Ann Arbor MI 48104
Phone: 734-769-0209
Email: info@jfsannarbor.org
Website: www.jfsannarbor.org
In-home assessments with development of a customized Plan of Care, Eldercare Case Management, consultation with family and service providers, crisis intervention and advocacy, counseling, support groups, transportation and Friendly Visitors or Phone Reassurance.
FOSTER GRANDPARENT VOLUNTEERS/GET PAID FOR BEING A VOLUNTEER!
Volunteers are needed for the Foster Grandparent Program which pairs up Seniors with special-needs children. They are also working in local schools, teen detention centers, etc. In exchange for this service, Foster Grandparents receive a non-taxable stipend, transportation reimbursement and other benefits.
MI Seniors / Foster Grandparent Program
18310 W. 12 MIle Road
Southfield MI 48076
Phone: 248-559-1147
Website: www.michigan.gov/miseniors
For information for the Foster Grandparent Program of Lennawee, Monroe, and Hillsdale Counties
at 734-242-5799, ext. 1422.
SENIOR DRIVING WORKSHOPS Please see under "Transportation" for special Senior services!
AARP Driver Safety Program is geared for motorists 50 and older, although anyone can take it. The classroom course is offered in two four-hour sessions periodically at a variety of locations for $10.
Call toll-free 1-888-227-7669 to find a class. This course is also offered online!
The non-profit Traffic Improvement Association offers mature-driver workshops for $20. For more
details or to find a workshop in your area, visit their website at www.tiami.us.
261 E. Maple, Birmingham, MI 48009 Phone: 248-334-4971
AAA Michigan offers different programs as well. Contact Richard Miller, manager of Community
Safety Services for AAA Michigan at 313-336-1412.
Website: www.aaa.com
Michigan Dept. of State teamed with AAA Michigan to create the free CarFit Program to assist licensed drivers 65 and older who own a registered vehicle. Professionals will adjust their vehicle's controls, mirrors and seats based on their height and size. To schedule an appointment, call AAA Community Safety Services at 800-646-4222. Materials also are available at www.michigan.gov/sos.
NOTE: Some insurance companies will give you a discount on your auto insurance if you take a
course!
ALSO: Check under "Free Medical Tests, Services and Treatments" for more driving programs!
MISCELLANEOUS PROGRAMS:
FRIENDLY REASSURANCE/TELEPHONE REASSURANCE / FRIENDLY VISITS BY VOLUNTEERS
This includes programs that make regular phone contact with homebound handicapped or senior citizens to safeguard their well-being and safety. Many communities also host their own programs--check with your local senior center as well!
Wayne County Senior Citizens Services
Phone: 734-727-7374
Service Area: Belleville, Canton Twp., Garden City, Huron Twp., Inkster, Plymouth, Plymouth Twp., Romulus, Sumpter Twp., Van Buren Twp., and Westland
MI SENIORS (Formerly known as Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) (RSVP)
Must be age 55 and older!
National Website: www.seniorcorps.gov
Michigan Website: www.michigan.gov/miseniors
Project Hope International--Serving Seniors with Love
20411 Omira Street
Detroit MI 48203
Phone: 248-797-1762
Email: projecthopeintl@yahoo.com
Website:
Under the Serving Seniors With Love Program, they provide the following:
Telephone Reassurance Program
Companion Aides
Friendly Visitor Program
Home Care & Chore Services---provided free or low-cost based on a sliding fee schedule
Health Awareness & Fraud Prevention Workshops
