Falls Prevention Conversation Guide for Caregivers
The National Alliance for Caregiving and the National Coalition on Aging have partnered on a series of resources for family care givers of older adults.
VA Caregiver Support Line
The VA Caregiver Support Line can provide immediate assistance and answer questions about services which veterans may be eligible. For further information and to speak with a licensed social worker, contact 1-855-260-3274.
Concerns unique to LGBT older adults in Michigan
The "LGBT & Caregiver Concerns Guide" was recently developed in the Metro Detroit Region. It includes information regarding legal, healthcare, privacy and financial concerns that are unique to LGBT older adults in Michigan.
Financial Scams and Identity Theft Recovery
SAFE (Success After Financial Exploitation) is a free program offered through the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University. It offers Education and Counseling to Help Older Adults Recover from Financial Scams and Identity Theft.
Complete Listing of Reference Books Available in the MHAP Library
These books may be borrowed from the MHAP library. For more information, contact Alicia Hostetler at hosteta3@lcc.edu or call Alicia at 517-483-1526.
Complete Listing of DVDs Available in the MHAP Library
These resources may be borrowed by professionals working with older adults in the CMH system, aging network, residential settings, and other service settings across the state of Michigan. The books and DVD's can be used for training others or for self-education. Materials are sent via UPS. If you would like to borrow these or any of our resources, contact Alicia Hostetler at hosteta3@lcc.edu or 517-483-1526.
Mental Health & Aging Project
Director
Alicia M. Hostetler
Email: hosteta3@lcc.edu
Phone: (517) 483-1526