Retirement & Senior Citizen Resources

• Area Agency on Aging 1B

  (800) 852-7795

  http://www.aaa1b.com
  
  The Area Agency on Aging 1-B is a nonprofit agency responsible for services to more than 500,000 persons age 60 and older residing in Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair and Washtenaw counties. Through the provision of home care and community-based services, older adults are provided with options that can help maintain their health and independence in their homes and communities.

• Alzheimer’s Association

  800-272-3900

  http://www.alz.org
  
  The Alzheimer's Association is the leading, global voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care and support, and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's research.

• American Cancer Society

  800-227-2345

  http://www.cancer.org
  
  The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the ACS has 12 chartered Divisions, more than 900 local offices nationwide, and a presence in more than 5,100 communities.

• American Council for the Blind

  800-424-8666

  http://www.acb.org
  
  The American Council of the Blind (ACB) is a national organization of blind, visually impaired and sighted individuals whose purpose is to work toward independence, security, equality of opportunity, and improved quality of life for all blind and visually impaired people.

• American Diabetes Association

  800-342-2383

  http://www.diabetes.org
  
  The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight to change the future of diabetes. Our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

• American Heart Association

  800-968-1793

  http://www.americanheart.org
  
  Our mission is to build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. That single purpose drives all we do. The need for our work is beyond question.

• American Lung Association

  800-678-5864

  http://www.lungusa.org
  
  For over 100 years, the American Lung Association has lead the fight for healthy lungs and healthy air. Today, our fight is more important than ever.Now in our second century, the American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives, improve lung health and prevent lung disease. The American Lung Association is "Fighting for Air" through research, education and advocacy.

• Arthritis Foundation

  800-968-3030

  http://www.arthritis.org
  
  The Arthritis Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions. Founded in 1948, with headquarters in Atlanta, the Arthritis Foundation has multiple service points located throughout the country. The Arthritis Foundation is the largest private, not-for-profit contributor to arthritis research in the world, funding more than $380 million in research grants since 1948. The foundation helps people take control of arthritis by providing public health education; pursuing public policy and legislation; and conducting evidence-based programs to improve the quality of life for those living with arthritis.

• American Association for Retired Persons

  800-424-3410

  http://www.aarp.org
  
  AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization with a membership that helps people age 50 and over have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole, ways that help people 50 and over improve their lives. Since 1958, AARP has been leading a revolution in the way people view and live life.

• Veteran’s Administration

  800-827-1000

  http://www.va.gov
  
  The US Department of Veterans Affairs provides patient care and federal benefits to veterans and their dependents.

• Social Security Administration

  888-748-7691

  http://www.ssa.gov
  
  We deliver services through a nationwide network of over 1,400 offices that include regional offices, field offices, card centers, teleservice centers, processing centers, hearing offices, the Appeals Council, and our State and territorial partners, the Disability Determination Services. We also have a presence in U.S. embassies around the globe. For the public, we are the face of the government. The rich diversity of our employees mirrors the public we serve.

• Michigan Bar Association

  800-968-0738

  http://www.michbar.org
  
  The State Bar of Michigan shall aid in promoting improvements in the administration of justice and advancements in jurisprudence, in improving relations between the legal profession and the public, and in promoting the interests of the legal profession in this state.

• Senior Brigade

  517-335-0855

  http://www.seniorbrigade.com
  
  This website is a clearinghouse for helpful information on consumer protection, financial matters, health care issues and veterans' services. It provides links to a wide variety of state and federal programs to help make informed decisions that can benefit you and your family.

• Citizens for Better Care

  800-833-9548

  http://www.cbcmi.org
  
  An independent non-profit consumer advocacy and information agency, started in 1969, for residents of long term care and their support persons. Services include regional ombudsman services in nursing homes, adult foster care, homes for the aged, and licensed "assisted living"; family council development; family support services; elder abuse prevention education; state and federal legislative and policy advocacy; quarterly newsletters and many publications; training of long term care professionals; and participation in consumer coalitions.

• Macomb County Senior Services

  http://www.macombcountymi.gov/seniorservices
  
  The mission of the Macomb County Department of Senior Citizen Services is to provide courteous, efficient, high-quality, and compassionate assistance on senior issues to those who live, work, or have an interest in Macomb County.

• Oakland County Senior Services

  http://www.oakgov.com/seniors/
  
  Oakland County is pleased to offer this website as a guide for seniors who are looking for information about "aging well." Many resources are available for housing, health & medical, legal issues and local services as well as other valuable information.

• Michigan Adult Protective Services

  http://www.michigan.gov/dhs
  
  The Department of Human Services (DHS) is Michigan's public assistance, child and family welfare agency. DHS directs the operations of public assistance and service programs through a network of over 100 county department of human service offices around the state.

• National Center on Elder Abuse

  800-677-1116

  http://www.ncea.aoa.gov
  
  The National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), directed by the U.S. Administration on Aging, is committed to helping national, state, and local partners in the field be fully prepared to ensure that older Americans will live with dignity, integrity, independence, and without abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The NCEA is a resource for policy makers, social service and health care practitioners, the justice system, researchers, advocates, and families.

• Administration on Aging

  http://www.aoa.gov
  
  The Administration on Aging (AoA) is the Federal agency responsible for advancing the concerns and interests of older people and their caregivers. AoA works with and through the Aging Services Network to promote the development of a comprehensive and coordinated system of home and community-based long-term care that is responsive to the needs and preferences of older people and their family caregivers. AoA is part of the Department of Health and Human Services and is headed by the Assistant Secretary for Aging, who reports directly to the Secretary.