Recursos en Español: Support for Older Adults and Caregivers in Wayne County

Recursos en Español: Support for Older Adults and Caregivers in Wayne County

October is Hispanic Heritage Month, a perfect time for The Senior Alliance to recognize the Hispanic and Latino older adults, families, and caregivers in our communities. The Senior Alliance serves 34 communities in southern and western Wayne County, connecting older adults and those with disabilities with the wide range of resources available to them.

Spanish speakers can find a complete list of these resources in The Senior Alliance’s Recursos de la Red de Servicios (Service Network Resources) guide. The guide can help aging adults and caregivers connect with legal help, Medicare and Medicaid counseling, wellness classes, caregiver support, meals, in-home care, and more.

Download the Spanish resources guide or call The Senior Alliance at 734.722.2830 today.

A Tradition of Caring for Aging Family Members
Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. In many families, older adults pass traditions on to younger generations, and caring for aging parents and grandparents is part of family life. But even the most capable caregivers can benefit from help, which isn’t always easy to find. That’s why we’ve made The Senior Alliance’s resources guide available in Spanish.

The Recursos de la Red de Servicios (Service Network Resources) guide lists a wide range of local services and classes available to older adults and caregivers. Having all these resources listed in one place, in Spanish, helps make getting the care you need easier. The guide consists of three sections:

• The Defensoría e Información (Advocacy and Information) section describes elder abuse prevention, legal assistance, nursing home and long-term care advocacy, as well as where to obtain help with Medicare and Medicaid.
• The Salud y Bienestar (Health and Wellness) section lists community classes on topics including arthritis, balance and fall prevention, diabetes prevention, and managing chronic conditions.
• The Programas Y Servicios (Programs and Services) section describes where to find local help with adult day services, caregiver support, care management, meals, information and assistance, MI Choice Waiver, nursing home transition, employment training and transportation.

Key Services to Know About
The list below includes just a handful of the many valuable services available to older adults and caregivers in Wayne County. Many of these services are free or low-cost, take one phone call to access, and are listed in the Spanish Service Network Resources Guide.

• The Senior Alliance Information & Assistance Call Center is an excellent first point of contact for all your questions about transportation, home care, food, housing, legal help, caregiving and long-term care options. Call 734.722.2830.
• Medicare counseling services provide free, unbiased, one-on-one help from trained, certified volunteer counselors. Submit your questions to our specialist or call 734.722.2830 for more information.
• Free legal assistance is available for adults 60 and older and their caregivers and for adults 55 and older who are raising a child age 18 or younger. Topics include guardianship, powers of attorney, age discrimination, and benefits. Contact the Elder Law & Advocacy Center at 313.937.8291.
• Caregiver education and support includes dementia workshops, support groups, and care consultation provided by the Greater Michigan Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. Visit the Alzheimer’s Association website or call 734.722.2830 for more information.
• Meals are provided by community dining sites or home-delivered for adults 60 and older. Call 734.722.2830 for more information.
• A variety of services are available specifically for caregivers, including respite, personal care, and MI Choice housekeeping services that can help a loved one stay at home.
  

Family caregivers are always welcome to contact service providers on behalf of a parent, grandparent or other loved one. For example, applicants can request a referral for programs like the MI Choice Waiver on behalf of themselves or someone else.

How to Learn About and Get Connected with Local Services
The Senior Alliance wants every older adult and caregiver in our service area to know what supports and services exist. Our Spanish Service Resource Guide is one of the ways you can discover what resources are available to you and your loved ones.

• Download the Service Resource Guide in Spanish.
• Share the guide with a family member, neighbor, or friend who might need it.
• The Senior Alliance can connect with a language line to support callers using languages other than English

Have general questions? Call The Senior Alliance at 734.722.2830. We’re here to help.

FAQs

Q: Does The Senior Alliance have resources in Spanish?
The Senior Alliance’s Spanish-language Recursos de la Red de Servicios (Service Network Resources) guide provides lists of services available for older adults and their caregivers throughout Wayne County, from Medicare advice to wellness classes and food assistance programs.

Q: What services are available for older adults in Wayne County?
Agencies across Wayne County provide advocacy (including legal and long-term care assistance), information about how to access Medicare, health and wellness classes and programs, and services, including adult day services, caregiver support, care management, meals, MI Choice Waiver assistance, nursing home transition, and more.

Q: Can I call for help on behalf of a parent or grandparent?
Caregivers and family members are always welcome to contact service providers on behalf of an aging adult who would like to access services. For example, referrals for MI Choice and nursing home transition services can be made on behalf of someone else.