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How to apply for Veteran Directed Care (VDC) — Oakland County
AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services (Area Agency on Aging 1-B, Southfield), a VDC contractor for the Detroit and Ann Arbor VA Medical Centers. AgeWays serves Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair and Washtenaw counties.
Who it's for
In-home services for veterans using a self-directed model: the veteran has a say in who provides the care and how it is delivered. Standard supports can include a care assessment, ongoing case management, help with personal care and homemaking, a personal emergency response system, transportation, and fiscal-intermediary services that handle paying the workers. AgeWays receives referrals from the Detroit and Ann Arbor VA Medical Centers; veterans interested in VDC should ask their VA care team for a referral. AgeWays: (800) 852-7795.
The VA care team decides whether a veteran qualifies for Veteran Directed Care and sends the referral to AgeWays — AgeWays cannot enroll you directly. You must be enrolled in VA health care through the Detroit or Ann Arbor VA Medical Center.
What you'll need
- Proof of veteran status
- VA medical center referral (consult) to Veteran-Directed Care
- Proof of Oakland County residency
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-800-852-7795
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Veteran Directed Care (VDC) — Oakland County. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of veteran status, vA medical center referral (consult) to Veteran-Directed Care, proof of Oakland County residency — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
annual budget approval (VA-approved spending plan)
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
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