From Tom Wyllie: For those of you looking for some ideas for educational programs for the month of September, you might want to consider celebrating Active Aging Week, which is the week of September 23rd through the 29th. Active Aging Week is the International Council on Aging’s annual health promotion event. Here is a link […]
Questions about the Home Heating Credit Claim?
The filing deadline for the 2011 Home Heating Credit Claim is due on September 30, 2012. As you are assisting members with completing their claims, questions about how to complete the claim form can be directed to a live representative at the Michigan Department of Treasury at the following number: 517-636-4486.
Salvation Army Service by Zip Code
The Salvation Army is restricted to serving people within particular zip codes. The attached sheet indicates Detroit-area Salvation Army locations by zip codes they service.
Addressing ADLs in Initial Service Plan
Question: How do I address in my service plan the ADLs that are previously in place? I have several clients whose ADLs are already being met. What should I be doing about them? Answer: Good question. All ADLs a member/resident has challenges meeting must be addressed in the Initial Service Plan and the Updated Service […]
Double Up Bucks at Farmers Markets Statewide
Just a reminder to tell your senior clients about Double Up Food Bucks. When a person eligible for food assistance uses his or her Bridge Card to purchase food at a Farmers’ Market, the amount of money he or she spends is matched with Double Up Food Bucks bonus tokens that can be used to […]
UM SSW Community Day of Service
Special thanks to Wylene, Annette and Brenda for hosting a Community Day of Service at PVM Oakman Manor and PVM Woodbridge Manor for incoming UM School of Social Work students.