Area Agency on Aging

The Region 9 Area Agency on Aging (AAA) is one of several divisions within Northeast Michigan Service Agency, Inc. (NEMCSA).

View tips for writing to, speaking with, and calling your representatives to advocate for older adults and the elderly. 

Read Region 9 AAA and Community-Based Care brochures. 

Access resources on caregiving, health, housing, and much more.

View Requests for Proposals, MI Choice Waiver, and more. 

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

Sign up for an 15-week online weight management program. Lessons teach how to live mindfully as they make choices about eating and physical activity. 

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.

View the ACLS Bureau operating standards, AAA policies and procedures, required forms, and more.

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

View Annual Implementation Plan and budget. 

View details on the annual report for Region 9 AAA. 

View documents required of new providers.

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. 

Local senior centers are focal points for providing these daily, nutritionally-balanced meals. Meals are offered to adults aged 60 or older on a donation basis. By enjoying a meal at the senior center, you will also have an opportunity to socialize with your neighbors and peers. There are no income guidelines for participation.

See what funds are available for what services and counties. 

View local policies.

Access Request for Proposal documents, resources, and applications. 

Learn about MI Choice Waiver HCBS.

Access health and wellness education resources.