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PBS NewsHour: Long-Term Care in America

By on June 3, 2013 in General Aging Information, Reference Information

This week, PBS kicks off coverage of long-term care in America with a segment that will be the first in a series of videos on this critical element of aging with dignity and independence. Coverage will also include articles and infographics.

To view the videos, go to PBS NewsHour Long-Term Care In America

http://www.pbs.org/newshour/topic/health/?utm_source=5-30-13%3A+TSF+May+Revise+Fact+Sheet&utm_campaign=May+2013+Eblast&utm_medium=email

 

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Golden Supports Club for Downriver Communities

By on June 1, 2013 in OTHER resources, Resources

See attached flyer on The Information Center’s Golden Supports Club for Downriver Communities.

Additional information provided by Maryanette:

David Wilson the Director of the Golden Supports Club did call back.  He stated the program is connected with the MiChoice Waiver Service and is for those who are not medicaid eligible and have to pay out of their own pockets.  They work with provider to decrease the amount or cost of a service.  They provide an on-going-coupon discount for the term of their membership which is an annual membership. He did not say if there was a membership fee (note: flyer indicates $200). When I asked about assessing the services of their providers he answered that they provide the member with a Directory of  Providers enrolled in the network.  They are not involved in selecting a provider.  The provider will bill the member, the member will get bills as normal and will be responsible for making sure they receive the discount.  For further clarification you can contact David Wilson.  He can be reached at his direct number which is (734) 287-7818.

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CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKERS WHO MAKE HOME CALLS

By on June 1, 2013 in Counseling/Therapy, Health and Medical, Mental Health Evaluation / Services, Resources

CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKERS WHO MAKE HOME CALLS

FOR MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING REIMBURSED

THROUGH MEDICARE

 

Karen Amber: 248-765-1501

Southern Oakland County; Western Wayne County

 

Susan Belaney: 248-568-3643

Southern Oakland & Macomb Counties and Grosse Pointes

 

Melissa Bishop: 248-802-6038

Detroit; Downriver; Western Oakland County; Pontiac

 

Jamie Bodenhafer: 248-259-3527

Detroit; Downriver; Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne Counties

 

Francis Dutoit: 313-590-1947

Macomb and Wayne Counties; Southeast Quarter Oakland County

 

James Karagon: 313-962-4075

Detroit; Macomb County South of 59; Eastern Wayne County

 

Erica Thompson: 313-740-4739

Detroit; Macomb, Oakland and Wayne Counties

 

Jan. 2013

Information provided by Lindsay.

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MIRC Naturalization Workshops

By on June 1, 2013 in General information, Reference Information

The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC), as part of the Detroit New Americans Collaborative, will be leading several free naturalization workshops in May, June, and July throughout Metropolitan Detroit. The workshops will be staffed by licensed attorneys, accredited representatives, and law students to screen and help eligible permanent residents (green card holders) apply to become citizens.

Upcoming community workshops (please click on dates for more information):

Wednesday, June 12 and 26

12:00pm – 3:00pm
Faith Lutheran Church
37635 Dequindre Road, Troy, MI 48083

 

1:00pm – 4:00pm
Zaman International
5203 Schaefer Road Dearborn, MI 48126

1:00pm – 4:00pm
Canton Public Library
1200 S Canton Center Road  Canton, MI 48188

You must register in advance to be served.  To make an appointment, please call (734) 998-6100 x459.

**We are also looking for volunteers (attorneys and non-attorneys) to assist at these workshops. No prior immigration experience is required, though it is helpful. Monolingual volunteers are encouraged to participate, too. All volunteers will be trained beforehand via a recorded, one-hour webinar. Please contact Ruby Robinson at (734) 998-6100 x158 or rubyr@lsscm.org to inquire further. **
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