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Organizations, Resources, Articles & Publications
re: Elder Care in Michigan
Articles & Publications:
- Consumer-Focused, Cost Effective Long Term Care for an Age-Friendly Michigan (AARP – March 2012)
AARP believes, and the public agrees, that Americans who need long term care should have access to affordable and quality supports and services in the setting of their preference. A system that starts with the individual and addresses medical, housing and mobility needs, helps people stay in their homes and communities, and helps prevent the unnecessary use of more costly institutions. Perhaps more importantly for Michigan policymakers and taxpayers, a comprehensive, person-centered, long term care system will not only serve the needs of individuals and their families, but also provide efficiencies in public spending.
Patti's Comment: This is excellent!
- Elder Care Practice Tips (Sanford J. Mall)
In the midst of our efforts to learn the new Medicaid rules and how the implementation of the Deficit Reduction Act of 2005 in Michigan will affect our clients, it is easy to lose sight of the main objective of eldercare planning – improving / enhancing the quality of life of the elder.
Organizations & Resources:
- Area Agency on Aging 1-B
A resource connecting seniors and adults with disabilities to services in six counties in SE Michigan.
- Citizens for Better Care
A non-profit advocacy agency for residents of nursinghomes, adult foster care homes, assisted living programs and homes for the aged located in Michigan.
- Home Help Services Program – (MDHHS)
Home Help Services is a program administered by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). The program provides funding for qualified individuals to hire someone to assist them with their daily activities. It is designed to support individuals who wish to live independently in their home rather than live in an adult foster care home, home for the aged or nursing facility.
- Map of Nursing Homes in Michigan
This chart shows how many beds in a facility are certified for Medicare and Medicaid, but does not tell one how a particular bed in a nursing home in certified. For that information you need to contact the licensing officer. Following is a list of the licensing officers: Lansing Office: Timothy D. Smith (334-8404); Detroit Office: Cynthia Simmons (313-456-0350); Gaylord Office: Catherine Hunter (989-732-8062)
- Michigan Assisted Living Assn.
An organization committed to helping consumers and their families make informed decisions regarding assisted living options and other supports and services in the community.
- Michigan Dementia Coalition
Their purpose is to improve the quality of life of persons with dementia and their families in Michigan.
- Michigan Home Help Program – (Michigan Olmstead Coalition)
As the nation's oldest consumer directed long-term care program, the Michigan Home Help program allows individuals to live in their own home and choose their caregivers.
- Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program
Since 1972, the Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program strives to improve the quality of care and quality of life experienced by residents who reside in licensed long term care facilities.
- Michigan Office of Services to the Aging
State resource for information on aging in Michigan. If you're an older adult, family member, or caregiver, here you can easily find and be referred to community programs available in your local area.
- National Care Planning Council
A comprehensive resource for long term care planning.
- Next, Your Place to Stay Active and Connected
A non-profit organization enriching the lives of the 50+ population of Birmingham, Bingham Farms, Beverly Hills, Franklin and surrounding areas since 1978.
