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Area Agency on Aging

Region 9 Area Agency on AgingRegion 9 Area Agency on Aging

Our mission is to empower and advocate for individuals to live with dignity, independence, and personal choice.

If you are looking for services in your home,
call 800-219-2273

 

  • Visit Us:
    2569 US-23 South

    Alpena, MI 49707
  • Contact Us:
    989-358-4661
  • Send Us a Message:
    Aging@nemcsa.org

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Care Management
Services and Programs

Care Management (CM) offers people options to remain independent and living in their own homes. 

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MI Choice Waiver Program
Services and Programs

MI Choice is a program that provides an array of Medicaid-covered nursing home services to anyone age 18 or older so that they can remain in their home with the same level of service.

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Adult Day Centers
Services and Programs

Learn about how adult day centers provide socialization, community, and support to adults and their caregivers. 

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  • Caregiver Resources
Area Agency on Aging In-Home Services
Services and Programs

In-Home services are critical in helping Older Adults to continue to live safely in their own homes.  These services provide assistance with activities of daily living for Older Adults who may have difficulty with bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and housekeeping. 

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Kinship Care
Services and Programs

Learn more about this program for relative care providers caring for related children. 

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  • Caregiver Resources
Dementia Consultations
Services and Programs, Caregiver Resource Center

Learn more about our Dementia Care Consultation Program, which provides caregivers with information and support.

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Long Term Care Ombudsman Program
Services and Programs

Learn about the role of Ombudmans in making sure that individuals in long-term care facilities are being advocated for.

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  • Caregiver Resources
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Services and Programs

Read information on the SCSEP and see if you qualify.

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  • Self Sufficiency Programs
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State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
Services and Programs

Learn about how SHIP can help those on Medicare receive information on health insurance issues, how to save money on healthcare costs, and more.

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MI Options Program
Services and Programs

Learn about how the MI Options program helps individuals make informed decisions and have control over their long-term care needs. 

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