The Senior Alliance, Area Agency on Aging 1-C

The Senior Alliance, Area Agency on Aging 1-C Area Agency on Aging for Southern and Western Wayne County, Michigan | Assisting people to thrive as they live, age, and grow.

Programs and Services include: Nursing Facility Transition Program, Community Living Program, Home Delivered Meals, Congregate Meals, Holiday Meals, Information and Assistance, Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP), Creating Confident Caregivers, Personal Action Towards Health (PATH) - The Chronic Disease Self Management Program, Adult Day Services and Chore Service Refferal.

Happy 6/5! Most people become eligible for Medicare at 65, so we celebrate Medicare Fraud Prevention Week the week of 6/...
06/05/2026

Happy 6/5! Most people become eligible for Medicare at 65, so we celebrate Medicare Fraud Prevention Week the week of 6/5 to help remember the steps to prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud!

As a community, we can all participate in Medicare Fraud Prevention Week by looking out for our older neighbors and comm...
06/04/2026

As a community, we can all participate in Medicare Fraud Prevention Week by looking out for our older neighbors and community members.

For example, when you are out in public, be aware of older people purchasing gift cards in large amounts. If you see this, ask questions or mention gift card scams.

Many people have helped stop a scam in its tracks by stepping in and asking questions.

Request and use a My Health Care Tracker from the SMP and track what happens at appointments to then compare what you ha...
06/03/2026

Request and use a My Health Care Tracker from the SMP and track what happens at appointments to then compare what you have written to what is billed on the Medicare Summary Notices (MSNs) and/or Explanation of Benefits (EOBs).

If you see something concerning, report it to the SMP.

Did you know Michigan families with aging members have fewer in-home care options than families in most other states? Th...
06/03/2026

Did you know Michigan families with aging members have fewer in-home care options than families in most other states? The reason is driven by budgeting choices made in Lansing. Only around 30% of Michigan's Medicaid long-term care dollars are directed to Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), while the other 70% goes to institutional care. By comparison, the national average for Medicaid HCBS spending is 53%.

What does this reduced spending on HCBS mean for you and your loved ones? It means that individuals who need food, personal care, and transportation assistance are placed on waiting lists, and those who want to stay in their homes have no choice but to move into nursing homes.

Michigan ranks near the bottom of the list when it comes to Medicaid spending on home-based care services. This is a gap your legislators can close. It's time for family caregivers and older adults to urge our state legislators to rebalance and expand programs that allow more individuals to access in-home care and prevent additional costly nursing home admissions.

You can help—and it only takes five minutes!

Learn more and get involved: https://thesenioralliance.org/blog/your-voice-in-lansing-why-michigans-mi-choice-and-silver-key-decisions-matter-for-you-and-your-loved-ones/

Image description: An older man sits in front of his laptop at his dining room table, smiling at the camera.

The most effective way to stop Medicare fraud from happening is to prevent it in the first place.For situations you can'...
06/02/2026

The most effective way to stop Medicare fraud from happening is to prevent it in the first place.

For situations you can't prevent, learning how to detect potential fraud, errors, and abuse is very important.

If you find something concerning on a Medicare statement or accidentally give out your Medicare information, report it! Don't hide it and don't be ashamed. Scammers are really good at what they do and the SMP is here to help.

Congratulations to May's Star of the Month, Rachel Gottschalk! 🌟Rachel is recognized by her manager and teammates for he...
06/02/2026

Congratulations to May's Star of the Month, Rachel Gottschalk! 🌟

Rachel is recognized by her manager and teammates for her calm under pressure, deep compassion, and unwavering commitment to the participants she serves.

Here's what her team has to say:

"I've had the pleasure of watching Rachel evolve as a social worker since her days as an intern. Rachel brings a deep and genuine attentiveness to every participant she serves. She has a natural gift for truly seeing and hearing the people she works with. Time and again, Rachel has stepped up during critical incidents with poise and compassion, ensuring that every aspect of a participant's needs is thoughtfully addressed in their most vulnerable moments. Her ability to stay calm, thorough, and participant-centered under pressure speaks volumes about her character and her commitment to this work." - Marissa Colling, Quality and Training Manager

"I always know Rachel Gottschalk is not only doing a great job with quality, but she is making sure her participants are safe. Rachel goes above and beyond to help her participants navigate difficult situations and is always willing to have a conversation to explain what is going on. I appreciate all you do!" - Katherine Zurenko, Quality and Training Manager

"Rachel is an excellent social worker. She has a fairly challenging caseload, but she is able to remain even, empathetic, kind, and calm in the face of challenges. Whenever a crisis pops up, she never backs down and isn't afraid of the challenge or the amount of work it takes to correct the situation. She is a great team player who will volunteer to help out her colleagues as often as she can. I couldn't be prouder or luckier to have her on my team!" - Gail Wejrowski, Waiver Services Manager

Rachel's compassion, steadiness, and dedication to her participants make a meaningful difference every day. From all of us at The Senior Alliance, thank you, Rachel, for everything you do!

Image description: A Star of the Month photo frame showcases a portrait of Rachel Gottschalk

It’s Medicare Fraud Prevention Week! The week everyone can learn about protecting yourself, your friends, and your loved...
06/01/2026

It’s Medicare Fraud Prevention Week! The week everyone can learn about protecting yourself, your friends, and your loved ones from scammers.

There are a lot of ways to participate, so stay tuned in all week to our page for different ideas to prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud.

One week left to weigh in on the future of senior services in southern and western Wayne County.The Senior Alliance's pu...
06/01/2026

One week left to weigh in on the future of senior services in southern and western Wayne County.

The Senior Alliance's public hearing on our 2027–2029 Multi-Year Plan is next Monday, June 8, at 9:30 AM at 3200 Greenfield Rd, Ste. 100, Dearborn.

The draft plan is now available at thesenioralliance.org — give it a read before you attend, or submit written comments by 12:00 PM on June 8 to [email protected].

Your input shapes how we serve adults 60 and older. We want to hear from you. 📞 734-612-4749

Image description: A Save the Date graphic for the MYP Public Hearing on June 8, 2026.

Home is where seniors want to be. Too many older adults in Michigan are waiting for essential in-home services — care th...
05/27/2026

Home is where seniors want to be.

Too many older adults in Michigan are waiting for essential in-home services — care that helps them bathe, eat, travel to appointments, and remain independent.

No one should have to wait for the support that keeps them safe at home. State funding makes independence possible.

📣 Make Michigan a No-Wait State for in-home services. Contact your legislators today.

https://thesenioralliance.org/advocacy/advocate-for-older-adults/ #/

Image description: The photo includes an older man looking out a window with text that reads, “Home. Not a Waiting list.” It explains that in-home services make independence possible and to make Michigan a no-wait state. It reads that many older adults who need help fall just above the Medicaid income limit, leaving them unable to afford care on their own. The photo includes a link to SilverKeyCoalition.com.

Address

3200 Greenfield Road, Suite 100
Dearborn, MI
48120

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17347222830

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