Geriatrics Resources
LOCAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
Michigan Offices of Services to the Aging maintains an online resource directory to search for services
Michigan Area Agency on Aging listing by region
Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (AATA): Senior Services
Phone: 734-973-6500
Website: http://www.theride.org/seniors.asp
There are several Senior Ride services available including shared ride cab programs and reduced fare programs for residents of Ann Arbor .
Catholic Social Services- Older Adult Services
Phone: 734-712-3625
Website: http://www.csswashtenaw.org/intro.htm
Older Adult Resource Directory: http://www.csswashtenaw.org/resourcedirectory.pdf
Local Organization with a number of programs that are Older Adult specific such as: Grandparents as Parents, Medicare-Medicaid Assistance, Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), and Tax Assistance. CSS produces an annual Resource Directory which provides contact information by area of need for Washtenaw County services.
Center for Independent Living: Ann Arbor
Phone: 734-971-0277
Website: http://www.aacil.org/
Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living (AACIL) assists people with disabilities and their families in living full and productive lives. Their mission is to assure the equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living and economic self-sufficiency of people with disabilities in the community. The four core services are of CIL are Information and Referral (I&R), Peer Support, Advocacy, and Independent Living Skill Development.
Helpsource
Phone: 734-973-1900
Website: http://www.helpsourceagency.com/contact.htm
Large social service organization that has an Adult Day program. Other programs include counseling, substance abuse, home support services, and Senior AIDES (paid employment programs for those who are income eligible and age 55 and over).
Housing Bureau for Seniors
Phone: 734-998-9339
Website: http://www.med.umich.edu/chs/senior.htm
The Housing Bureau of Seniors works throughout Washtenaw County to assist, enable, and empower older adults to live in appropriate and affordable housing. There are no fees for Housing Bureau for Seniors services. Assistance is largely provided by trained volunteers. The Housing Bureau holds programs such as: Homeshare, Property Tax Foreclosure Prevention, Counseling and Information, Elderly Eviction Prevention, and volunteer opportunities.
Meals: Home Delivered Meals
National Meals on Wheels Info Line: 1-800-838-5832
Meals on Wheels - locate program contact numbers by zip code or state
Ann Arbor : 734-763-2377 Ypsilanti : 734-487-9669
Meals: Group Meal Sites
Ann Arbor : 734-769-5911 Ypsilanti : 734- 483-5014
Neighborhood Senior Services
Phone: 734-712-7775
Website: http://www.nssweb.org/
Local organization providing support to older adults through programs such as: Home maintenance and repair, Social Work services, wheelchair ramp programs, elder abuse prevention programs, medical access, volunteer support programs.
Senior Center- City of Ann Arbor
Phone: 734-769-5911
Website: http://www.ci.ann-arbor.mi.us/Parks/Senior%20Center/senior.html
The center is open to any senior age 55 years and older. The center offers a variety of classes, recreational activities and vital services, health related screenings, current senior issue updates, enrichment classes, special events, day and extended trips. The Center provides a safe, friendly place for socialization, camaraderie and fun! On the website there is detailed information about programs and hours as well as an opportunity to download the current newsletter.
Turner Geriatric Clinic- Social Work Department
Phone: 734-764-2556
Website: http://www.med.umich.edu/geriatrics_center/
“Where to Turn” Web Resource Guide: http://www.hti.umich.edu/cgi/b/bib/bib-idx?c=wtt
The goal of Turner Geriatric Clinic Social Work is to help patients, as well as other members of the community, get personalized help to achieve the highest possible level of functioning. Turner Geriatric Clinic social workers, recognizing the interaction between physical and emotional health, offer individual and group counseling in the clinic or in the home setting to both older adults and family members. A wide range of support groups, educational programs, volunteer peer counseling and day care for elderly with dementia are also available. Information and support for caregivers is provided by telephone, email and through individual and group sessions with experienced social workers. Computer training, fitness programs, blood pressure screening and other wellness programs are offered at the Turner Senior Resource Center , 2401 Plymouth Road , Suite C, Ann Arbor , MI .
Still under construction. Last updated 12/14/2005