Senior benefits in Lapeer County, Michigan
Seniors aged 65 and older in Lapeer County, Michigan have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with healthcare, home energy costs, transportation, and more. The Valley Area Agency on Aging serves as a key local starting point, connecting older adults to Older Americans Act Services right here in the county. Residents may also find help through the Greater Lapeer Transportation Authority for rides to medical appointments and other destinations, McLaren Financial Assistance through McLaren Lapeer Region for hospital costs, and Home Heating and Energy Assistance through State Emergency Relief and MEAP for utility bills. At the state level, programs like MI Choice Waiver, MMAP Medicare counseling, Michigan Caregiver Support, and the Michigan Home Heating Credit may provide additional relief. Federal programs covering prescription costs, food assistance, and veterans' benefits apply here as well. Each program listed on this page includes its official source and the date it was last verified. The sponsoring agency always makes the final eligibility decision.
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Last verified · September 26, 2026
Local starting point
Valley Area Agency on Aging (Region 5)
1-800-978-6275
See which of these Lapeer County programs you may qualify for.
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Programs run in Lapeer County
Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Lapeer County. Start here.
Elder Services in Lapeer County
Programs here are typically worth $1,500–$6,000 a year to an eligible household.
Valley Area Agency on Aging — Older Americans Act Services (Lapeer County)
CountyValley Area Agency on Aging serves older adults in Lapeer County. Services include home-delivered and congregate meals, in-home and personal care, caregiver support, Medicare and Medicaid counseling (MMAP), long-term care options counseling, and help applying for the MI Choice waiver. Older adults age 60 and over, and adults with disabilities, can call 1-800-978-6275 to ask what help is available.
$1,500–$6,000/yr
Energy Assistance in Lapeer County
Programs here are typically worth $200–$1,500 a year to an eligible household.
Home Heating & Energy Assistance — State Emergency Relief and MEAP (Lapeer County)
CountyIncome-eligible Lapeer County households can get help with heat, electricity, and shutoff protection through State Emergency Relief and the Michigan Energy Assistance Program. The first step is to apply for State Emergency Relief on MI Bridges. Apply through MI Bridges, dial 211 for the local energy-assistance provider, or contact the Salvation Army MEAP program for the area.
$200–$1,500/yr
Healthcare in Lapeer County
McLaren Financial Assistance — McLaren Lapeer Region (Lapeer County)
CountyMcLaren Lapeer Region offers financial assistance for emergency, catastrophic, and medically necessary care in Lapeer County. Discounts are based on the federal poverty guidelines, with eligibility extending up to 400% of the federal poverty level depending on family size and income. Ask a financial counselor or call 1-844-321-1557 to apply.
Transportation in Lapeer County
Programs here are typically worth $150–$900 a year to an eligible household.
Senior and Disability Transportation — Greater Lapeer Transportation Authority (Lapeer County)
CountyThe Greater Lapeer Transportation Authority runs curb-to-curb, lift-equipped bus service across the Lapeer area for medical appointments, work, shopping, and errands. Older adults and riders with disabilities pay a half fare. Reserve a ride by calling 810-664-4566. Lapeer County Senior Programs also coordinates transportation for county seniors.
$150–$900/yr
In this county: Half fare requires proof of age or disability. Fares and service rules are set by the Greater Lapeer Transportation Authority and can change. Not legal or financial advice.
Local agencies serving Lapeer County
Who runs the county programs above, and how to reach them. Every line comes from a program record on this page — nothing is added that the catalog does not cite.
McLaren Health Care (McLaren Lapeer Region)
Greater Lapeer Transportation Authority (GLTA)
Valley Area Agency on Aging (Region 5)
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (State Emergency Relief)
Michigan and federal programs
Open to eligible households in Lapeer County and across the rest of Michigan. Full details are on the Michigan benefits page.
Caregiver Support
Emergency Aid
Employment
- Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)Federal$15,000–$17,000/yrOfficial source →
Energy Assistance
- Michigan Home Heating CreditState$100–$600/yrOfficial source →
- State Emergency Relief — Energy & Heat (LIHEAP) + MEAPState$175–$1,200/yrOfficial source →
Food Assistance
- Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) Senior Food BoxFederal$240–$600/yrOfficial source →
- Congregate Meals at Senior CentersFederal$1,000–$2,500/yrOfficial source →
- Home-Delivered Meals (Meals on Wheels)Federal$1,500–$4,000/yrOfficial source →
- Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)Federal$35–$50/yrOfficial source →
- SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) for SeniorsFederal$280–$2,400/yrOfficial source →
Health Coverage
Healthcare
- CHAMPVA (Civilian Health and Medical Program of the VA)Federal$3,000–$15,000/yrOfficial source →
- State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)FederalOfficial source →
- VA Health CareFederal$5,000–$20,000/yrOfficial source →
- MMAP — Michigan's State Health Insurance Assistance Program (Medicare Counseling)StateOfficial source →
Home Care
- Home Help Program (Medicaid Personal Care)State$3,000–$20,000/yrOfficial source →
Housing
- Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)Federal$8,000–$20,000/yrOfficial source →
- HUD Section 202 Supportive Housing for the ElderlyFederal$5,000–$15,000/yrOfficial source →
Income Support
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)Federal$11,928–$17,892/yrOfficial source →
Long Term Care
- PACE — Program of All-Inclusive Care for the ElderlyFederal$6,000–$40,000/yrOfficial source →
- MI Choice Waiver Program (Home & Community-Based Services)State$10,000–$60,000/yrOfficial source →
- PACE — Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (Michigan)State$10,000–$80,000/yrOfficial source →
- Michigan Veteran Homes (State Long-Term Care)StateOfficial source →
Medicare Savings
- Extra Help (Part D Low-Income Subsidy)Federal$4,000–$5,300/yrOfficial source →
- Qualifying Individual (QI)Federal$2,400–$2,435/yrOfficial source →
- Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB)Federal$2,435–$3,500/yrOfficial source →
- Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB)Federal$2,400–$2,435/yrOfficial source →
- Medicare Savings Program (Michigan) — QMB / SLMB / QIState$2,100–$8,000/yrOfficial source →
Nutrition
Supportive Services
- Long-Term Care Ombudsman ProgramFederalOfficial source →
- National Family Caregiver Support Program (OAA Title III-E)Federal$1,000–$5,000/yrOfficial source →
- Older Americans Act Supportive Services (Title III-B)Federal$500–$3,000/yrOfficial source →
- Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)FederalOfficial source →
- Michigan Free Hunting and Fishing Licenses for 100% Disabled VeteransStateOfficial source →
- Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency Claims Assistance (Free VA Claims Help)StateOfficial source →
Tax Relief
- Federal Credit for the Elderly or the Disabled (IRS Schedule R)Federalup to $1,125/yrOfficial source →
- Michigan Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption (Full Homestead Exemption)State$2,000–$5,200/yrOfficial source →
- Michigan Homestead Property Tax CreditState$100–$1,900/yrOfficial source →
Utility Assistance
- Federal LifelineFederal$111–$411/yrOfficial source →
- Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)Federal$3,000–$8,000/yrOfficial source →
Veteran Benefits
- VA Aid & Attendance (Improved Pension)Federal$12,000–$34,488/yrOfficial source →
Nearby counties
County programs differ from one county to the next. If you live near a county line, or you are helping a parent who lives in one of these, it is worth checking there too.
Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.