Other Service Programs
VAAA contracts with several service providers who provide the following programs:
Legal Services
Legal assistance, counseling, and technical information are provided in the areas of public benefits, abuse and neglect, and housing.
Elder Abuse Prevention and Education
An Elder Abuse Specialist provides public education, outreach, and referral services with respect to the prevention of abuse, neglect, and exploitation of older adults.
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Health Screenings
Comprehensive health screenings are conducted by a registered nurse at various locations. Optional tests include cholesterol, cancer, diabetes, glaucoma, and Alzheimer's/dementia.
Genesee, Lapeer and Shiawassee Counties:
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| Genesee County: |
Health Department |
Men: (810) 785-8530
Women: (810) 257-3840 |
| Lapeer County: |
Health Department |
(810) 667-0391 |
| Shiawassee County: |
Health Department |
(989) 743-2355 |
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Hearing Impaired Services
A staff fluent in American Sign Language provides information and casework services to older persons who are deaf or who are experiencing hearing loss.
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Information and Assistance
Access to comprehensive information on elder care-- including all services listed on our web site, senior housing options, and insurance and public benefits counseling.
| Genesee County: Valley Area Agency on Aging |
(810) 239-7671 |
| Lapeer County: Lapeer Department of Senior Activities |
(810) 724-6030 |
| Shiawassee County: Shiawassee Council on Aging |
(989) 723-8875 |
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Genesee, Lapeer and Shiawassee Counties: Legal Services of Eastern Michigan
547 S. Saginaw Street, Flint, MI 48502
(810) 234-2621 or
1-800-339-9513
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Nursing Home Assistance (Long Term Care Ombudsman)
Residents of long-term care facilities are assisted in resolving complaints; information regarding long-term care services is provided.
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Outreach
A staff fluent in English and Spanish provides Information & Assistance, home visits, and casework services.
Genesee County:
Spanish Speaking Information Center
1202 E. Boulevard Dr., Third Floor, Flint, MI 48503
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(810) 239-4417 |
Lapeer County:
Hispanic Service Center
270 N. Cedar, Imlay City, MI 48444
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(810) 724-3665 |
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Visual Impairment
Clients are provided assistance in developing coping skills through in-home rehabilitation.
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