I recently attended the all day Medicaid Boot Camp sponsored by Elder Law of Michigan. The workshop was probably the most valuable one I have attended this year. I am providing the two sites that include the slide presentation and a downloadable Medicaid manual called :A Primer on Michigan’s Medicaid Program written by attorney David L, Shaltz. I recommend this resource to all Service Coordinators as an excellent tool for identifying terms, eligibility and programs that are part of the complex Medicaid system. Slide presentation: http://elderlawofmi.us6.list-manage2.com/track/click The Primer on Michigan’s Medicaid Program:
http://elderlawofmi.us6.list-manage1.com/track/click
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A Medicaid Manual
Great Lakes Loan Closets
A handy site for help in the search for durable medical equipment:
Meet Denise Giallombardo
By Heather Milewski
Denise Giallombardo embarked on a new chapter in her life at the age of 52. Ready for a fresh start, she went back to school and obtained her Bachelors degree in Human Service at Baker College in 2008. With a background in foster care, Denise switched her focus to older adults, where her passion for this population is apparent. “Senior citizens are so interesting, funny, intelligent, and have so much wisdom to share. So many life lessons and experience in their years.” Denise worked for 7 years as a senior resource advocate for Macomb County before coming to Warren Glenn. She is certified in MiCafe and is also a certified Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program Counselor
Denise is passionate about gardening. Although she lives in an apartment, she is able to focus on indoor gardening and excited for this planting season. Her favorite book is Container Gardening: House Plant Care, which is her bible for gardening. “I read this book at least twice a week.” Denise is also family oriented and has strong ties to her Sicilian heritage. She emphasized how important it is for the younger members of her family to understand their background.
Denise’s favorite quote is from Winnie The Pooh, where Winnie says to Piglet “any day spent with you is my favorite day, so today is my new favorite day.”
Veterans’ Advocate
Melody Sorrell came to LaBelle and discussed the services and benefits she can provide for members who are Veterans. Melody is a Veteran and established her non-profit agency called Ashley’s Angels to help members navigate the complex Veteran system. Melody has a wealth of knowledge about how to get members all the Veteran benefits that they are entitled to and establish their eligibility. Melody is able to get through the Veteran system much easier than Service Coordinators because of her contacts and experience as a Veteran. Melody is helping several LaBelle members who needed crisis intervention services and was instrumental in helping them find solutions to difficult situations. Melody welcomes your calls and is willing to meet with Service Coordinators at their buildings. This resource was vetted by Victoria. Contact information for Melody:
Ashley’s Angels Melody Sorrell, Veteran Owner and Operator
18111 Goddard, Detroit, MI 48234 313-240-2699 or 888-314-0398
Jeopardy for SCs
Hi Everyone,
Here is the Jeopardy game from today’s Team Meeting. Thanks for your participation!
Meet Lindsay Kohler
By Heather Milewski
Lindsey Kohler began working at Royal Oak Manner in April of 2012. Prior to becoming a service coordinator, Lindsey worked at Beaumont, Catholic Social Services, and for the Disability Network.
Lindsey received her Associates Degree from Oakland Community College in 2005. She went on to receive her Bachelors Degree in 2010 from Baker. Lindsey then completed her MSW at Wayne State University in 2013. During her education, she interned at Grace Centers of Hope and Common Ground. She currently is preparing for her LMSW. Lindsey has not ruled out getting her PHD, but is waiting until her son gets older to take on that educational endeavor.
Lindsey’s hobbies and interests including spending time with her adorable son and traveling. She has traveled to many countries in Europe, the U.K., and even to China. Although she does not have a favorite movie or book, she remembers loving Pride & Prejudice when she was younger.
I had the pleasure of shadowing Lindsey at Royal Oak Manor while completing my internship at Luella Hannan Memorial Foundation. One thing that is apparent is her passion for helping her clients. She has had much experience in the field of social work and “has always been aware of those who struggled but benefited from the field of social work.”
VA Telephone Number Directory
Attached is the list of telephone numbers referenced by Beth and Dwight from the Veteran’s Support Center.
End Of Life Decision Making Tools
Attached is a document with various End of Life Decision Making Tools
Resource information about mindfulness
Here is some basic information and some resources about mindfulness.
Hope this helps you personally and professionally.
DHS Customer Service Line
For questions about how to do anything related to DHS or about applications or status of benefits or just because you really want to talk to someone and haven’t ever in your life gotten through to a real, live person, you can call 855-275-6424. It’s a good number to know!