Support Services Additional Resources

Benefits

Social Security Administration

Information on enrolling in Social Security benefits.

Benefits CheckUp

Assistance with expenses for medications, food, utilities, legal aid, health care, housing, in-home services, taxes, transportation, and employment training.

Department of Human Services

Support for food, cash assistance, medical services, emergency housing, and employment training.

Medical

Medicare

Eligibility & Enrollment

Health Care Association of Michigan

A professional association focused on nursing and rehabilitation services.

Mayo Clinic Senior Health Center

Resources for disease and drug lookup.

Office of Minority Resources

Department of Health and Human Services.

Michigan Drug Prices - Discount Drug Program

Compare prices and find assistance programs.

Michigan's Health Care Quality Improvement Organization

Federally designated organization focused on improving Medicare services.

Kaiser Family Foundation

Provides state health facts and resources.

Oakland County Health Department Older Adults

Resources for seniors and caregivers.

Free Clinics of Michigan

Directory of free health care clinics.

The Mesothelioma Group

Information on understanding cancer.

Housing

Senior Housing Net

Information on various adult housing types.

Department of Housing & Urban Development

Resources to find subsidized housing.

Senior Living Map

Directory of senior living options.

Senior Homes

A free directory of senior living communities, organized by state, region, and type (independent living, assisted living, care homes, Alzheimer’s care, and nursing homes).

Disabled Adults/Elder Care Services

Family Caregiver Alliance

Resources for caregivers, including a long-distance caregiver resource handbook.

Alzheimer's Association

Support groups and educational materials for Alzheimer’s caregivers.

Michigan Disability Resource Directory

Resources specifically for individuals with disabilities in Michigan.

Assist Guide Information Services (AGIS)

Elder care resources and information.

Elder Law of Michigan

Free legal hotline for seniors.

Michigan Home Care Guide

A resource dedicated to helping seniors and family caregivers find quality in-home care.

Senior Advisor

Provides information to help families make informed decisions about senior care and services.

The Quality of Life Center

Offers adult day care services.

Today's Caregiver

A platform for and about caregivers.

Multiple Need Resources

AARP

Advocacy and resources for retired persons.

State of Michigan Resources for Residents

Government website with senior resources.

Salvation Army

An international organization providing assistance to those in need.

Area Agency on Aging 1-B

Information and referral assistance for home and commercial-based resources.

Easterseals of Michigan

Healthcare services and support.

Miscellaneous

Assistive Technology XChange

A platform to buy, sell, or donate assistive technology (e.g., wheelchairs, stair lifts, braille readers).

Senior Net

Provides computer education for seniors and underserved populations.

Rides in Site

Offers comprehensive information about senior transportation options across the United States.

Pass It On

Tools for older adults to discuss scams and share their knowledge.