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Detroit Prescription Drug Discount Cards

Detroit residents can still save money on their prescriptions with a drug discount card available through the Detroit City Clerk’s office.

The free prescription drug discount cards provide an average savings of 20 percent off the retail price of commonly prescribed drugs at participating pharmacies.  The prescription discount card is available to residents through the City of Detroit in collaboration with the National League of Cities in Washington, D.C.

Detroit residents have saved $550,000 through the City of Detroit Prescription Discount Card Program since program’s launch in March 2010, according to Detroit City Clerk Janice Winfrey.

The prescription discount card offers savings on prescription drugs to residents who do not have health insurance or a traditional benefits plan, or who have prescriptions that are not covered by insurance. The card is free to all Detroit residents, regardless of age, income or existing health insurance.

Residents may obtain a card from either of the City Clerk’s Offices listed below, or from participating CVS pharmacies located in Detroit.

●  City Clerk’s Office, Coleman A. Young Municipal Center, 2 Woodward Ave. – Suite 200 ●  Department of Elections, 2978 W. Grand Blvd.

For more information, call (313) 224-3261.

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Alzheimer’s Association upcoming early stage programs!

Alzheimer’s Association upcoming early stage programs!

Hi everyone,

Attached are some upcoming programs we have in both March and May for individuals diagnosed in the early stages of memory loss and their caregivers. Please review the attached flyers and distribute to anyone you feel may benefit.

For more information or to register, please contact the 24/7 Harry L. Nelson Helpline at (800) 272-3900.


Sincerely,

Lisa Gardner, BSS, CDC

Family Services Program Coordinator
20300 Civic Center Drive, Ste. 100
Southfield, MI 48076
**Will be moving March 8th to: Mars Corporate Center, 25200 Telegraph Rd. Southfield, Mi 48033-2543, Suite 300
(direct) 248-996-1054
(24/7 Harry L. Nelson Helpline) (800) 272-3900
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PATH Workshops in Oakland and Macomb

Sandra Cummings from AWBS called to make sure that SCs received information about the availability of PATH workshops in Oakland and Macomb Counties. Please see the attached flyer. Sandra’s number is 313-736-5574 or scummings@AWBS.org.

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MI CHOICE MEDICAID WAIVER

MI Choice is a home & community-based care option for persons who are Medicaid Waiver eligible for their long term care. This program provides a wide range of home & community based services coordinated by a care manager. Eligibility requirements are:
* Age 65+ or, a disabled person age 18+
* Financial eligibility
* Medical eligibility for nursing home level of care
* Have multiple medical & service needs.

This program may provide: Chore services; Personal care; Respite Care; Home Delivered Meals; Non-Medical transportation; Personal Emergency Response System; Counseling services; Private Duty nursing; Training for caregivers.

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AWBS offers SHAPE

Adult Well-Being Services offers HIV/AIDS and Addiction Prevention Training. Flyer posted below.

A four partner collaborative working together to promote healthy choices in minority women age 50 and older through outreach and education.

We offer:

  • Four sessions of Healthy Choices curriculum
  • Information and referrals
  • HIV/AIDS and Substance Abuse prevention
  • Free anonymous HIV/AIDS testing and referrals
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    To sign up for the FREE Healthy Choices sessions or for more information call (313) 925-1135
    Visit our S.H.A.P.E. website and blog at  www.shapedetroit.org

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    DMC eliminates Corporate Community Affairs

    On January 31, 2013 the department of DMC Corporate Community Affairs was eliminated. 
    Hayward Penny, LaDon Davis, Diane Lewis, and Paul Taylor are no longer employees of Detroit Medical Center.
    Below is a link to request future services.
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    Parkinson’s Support Group Meets at Hannan House

    I wanted to share with you that there is a Parkinson’s Support Group that meets at Hannan House. It is both for individuals with Parkinson’s and their caregivers or loved ones. Please contact the facilitator below if you have interested members/residents. This is a very good group that has been meeting for a number of years. They are always open to new members and are facilitated by a wonderful social worker.

     

    Sincerely,

    Rachel


     

    From Joan:
     Ed has arranged for a great video showing of “Parkinsons’ You’re Not Alone.” It is very well done and all will find it helpful.  Be sure to plan on joining us!!! One more reminder next week!! Joanne
    Hannan House/1:00 3:00pm
    Tuesday, February19th
    4750 Woodward Ave.
    Detroit, MI 48201
    Questions: Call Joan Blount 313.568.1827
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    World Medical Relief Services

    World Medical Relief is frequently able  to provide a variety of medical supplies for local non-profit agencies that offer these items to their patients. These include dressings, kerlix bandages, ostomy supplies, liquid nutritional supplements, and other  related items. A referral from a social service agency or prescription  from a licensed health care professional is required for acceptance into the program. WMR charges a low fee for this service.

    WMR also provides basic home health care supplies (adult diapers and bed pads) to low-income people of all ages.  No referral is necessary for this service.

    Durable Medical Equipment Program – Through the DME program, low-income clients  can obtain canes, walkers, hospital beds, over-the-bed tables, commodes,  tub benches, and similar items. A doctor’s prescription is needed to  receive durable medical equipment. All items must be picked up from WMR’s warehouse. A small handling fee is assessed.

    Prescription Program can Save You Hundreds of   Dollars Each Month – If you make less than $21,780 per year(Single) or $29,420 per year (couples) and have no prescription insurance coverage, you may be eligible for our new prescription assistance program. Through this program, you will receive your medications for only $8.30 per prescription per month mailed  right to your home.
    Just call 2-1-1 (or call 1-800-552-1183) and answer eight brief questions  to pre-qualify. Then, you’ll complete a one-page application listing your medications and the physicians who prescribe them for you. We do all the rest!
    You will pay  $8.30 per prescription per month delivered right to your home in 30-day  supplies, saving you hundreds of dollars and several trips to the doctor or pharmacy. We’ll stay in touch with you and your physicians to track your refills.

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    Wayne County Health on Wheels Schedule

    The Wayne County Health on Wheel Mobile Health Unit will be in the Hamtramck and Highland Park community this month. Please share this vital information with your family, constituents, colleagues, neighbors, church members and friends. See attached flier for details.

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    Free Substance Abuse Trainings in Wayne County

    Trainings provided by the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance.

    Check the link for details: http://www.semca.org/calendar.html

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