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Agencies on Aging
Office of Services to the Aging
611 West Ottawa Street
P.O. Box 30026
Lansing, MI 48909
517.373.8230
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Assisted Living Communities
14800 King
Road
Riverview, MI 48192
At Atria Kinghaven,
we recognize the importance of personal choice and individual needs. Caring staff
bring them together with their caring dedication.
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14560 Lakeside
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Sterling Heights, MI 48313
Residents
who call Atria Shorehaven home enjoy all the benefits of active retirement living
combined with the serenity of a quiet residential neighborhood.
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For information on your state's prescription drug assistance program-
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Program benefits and eligibility varies by state.
General
Resources
Wayne State University Institute
of Gerontology offers local aging services and a Virtual library on
aging.
Health
Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP)
Need help with the Medicare Maze?
Every state has a Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program
to help understand Medicare coverage, payments and Medigap Insurance
options.
Note: Toll free numbers often work only from within the state.
From out of state? Use the other number, when provided. 1.800.803.7174
517.373.8230
For more counseling information visit www.medicare.gov
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or injury, some people find themselves in need of help with eating,
bathing, dressing, and other physical activities. Long-term care
insurance can help pay for such care in the future. To help protect
your financial independence, as you grow older, many Long Term
Care Insurance providers have plans that offer comprehensive benefits
as well as a proven track record of claims payments and financial
stability. You should review all your options carefully.
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Medical Products and Devices
Medical Informational Record Services
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eldercare options in every city in the U.S.
Speak with a professional eldercare advisor
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Real Estate Agents: Buy or Sell
Interested in Buying or Selling
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State Department of Insurance
Insurance regulations differ from state to state.
Need
help with an insurance company provider?
Want to know who writes Medigap
insurance in your state?
Contact: Insurance Bureau
PO Box 30220
Lansing, MI 48909
517.373.0240 (General Assistance)
517.335.1702 (Senior
Issues)
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State Regulations
for Assisted Living and Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's Unit Requirements
set by
Department of Michigan Services to Aging
517.373.8810
Specialized programs of care, such as in Alzheimer's "wings"
require a special program, environment, and staffing to meet the
needs of these residents.
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Assisted Living Regulations
| Assisted Living Regulatory Information
Department of Michigan Services to Aging
231.929.2531
Homes
for the Aged A Home for the Aged is a supervised personal-care facility that
provides a room and supervised personal care to 21 or more unrelated individuals
who are 60 years of age or older. Facilities may also provide assistance with
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Taxes
- Personal Income Tax
Tax Rate: Flat rate of 4% of federal adjusted gross income.
Some cities impose additional income taxes.
Personal Exemptions: $3,000 for singles and $6,000 for marrieds
and $2,700 for each exemption over 65.
Standard Deduction: 0
Medical/Dental Deduction 0.
Federal Income Tax Deduction: 0.
Public Pension Exclusion: Full.
Private Pension Exclusion: $31,920 for singles, $63,840 for marrieds
filing jointly.
Social Security Exemption: Full.
- Sales Tax: 6% (Food and prescription drugs exempt)
For further information see Michigan Department of Treasury.
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