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Senior benefits in Midland County, Michigan

Seniors living in Midland County, Michigan have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with everyday needs. Region VII Area Agency on Aging is a strong local starting point — it connects older adults to Older Americans Act Services covering meals, transportation, and more. Other county-level programs include Home Heating & Energy Assistance through Mid Michigan Community Action, reduced-fare rides through the City of Midland Dial-A-Ride, and financial assistance for medical bills at MyMichigan Medical Center Midland. At the state level, programs like the Michigan Home Heating Credit, MI Choice Waiver Program, MMAP Medicare counseling, and Michigan Caregiver Support can make a real difference for seniors and their families. Veterans in the county may also qualify for Michigan Veterans Trust Fund Emergency Grants or the Michigan Disabled Veterans Property Tax Exemption. Dozens of federal programs apply here as well. Every listing on this page includes its official source and the date it was last verified, but the program's agency always makes the final eligibility decision.

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Last verified · September 26, 2026

Local starting point

Region VII Area Agency on Aging

1-800-858-1637

See which of these Midland County programs you may qualify for.

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Programs run in Midland County

Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Midland County. Start here.

Elder Services in Midland County

Programs here are typically worth $1,500–$6,000 a year to an eligible household.

Region VII Area Agency on Aging — Older Americans Act Services (Midland County)

County

Region VII Area Agency on Aging serves older adults in Midland 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. Adults age 60 and over, and adults with disabilities, can call 1-800-858-1637 to ask what help is available.

$1,500–$6,000/yr

How to apply →Official source →1-800-858-1637Last verified · September 22, 2026

Energy Assistance in Midland County

Programs here are typically worth $200–$1,500 a year to an eligible household.

Home Heating & Energy Assistance — Mid Michigan Community Action (Midland County)

County

Mid Michigan Community Action delivers low-income energy assistance for Midland County, including help with electric, natural gas, and deliverable-fuel bills and shutoff protection. Apply for state energy help through MI Bridges, dial 211 for local referrals, or call Mid Michigan Community Action at 989-426-2801.

$200–$1,500/yr

How to apply →Official source →989-426-2801Last verified · September 24, 2026

Healthcare in Midland County

MyMichigan Medical Center Midland Financial Assistance (Midland County)

County

MyMichigan Medical Center Midland offers a Patient Financial Assistance Program so no one is denied medically necessary care for inability to pay. Help is a discount or sliding-fee schedule based on family size and income for residents in the health system's service area. Call 1-844-832-1956 or speak with a financial counselor to apply.

How to apply →Official source →1-844-832-1956Last verified · September 26, 2026

Transportation in Midland County

Programs here are typically worth $200–$1,200 a year to an eligible household.

City of Midland Dial-A-Ride — Reduced Fare (Midland County)

County

City of Midland Dial-A-Ride provides curb-to-curb rides within Midland's city limits. Seniors age 60 and over, people with disabilities, and Medicare recipients ride at the reduced fare. Seniors 60+ qualify automatically and do not need ADA verification. Call 989-837-6940 to ride or to get a reduced-fare card.

$200–$1,200/yr

In this county: Reduced fare for seniors 60+, people with disabilities, and Medicare recipients. Service is within Midland city limits; broader Midland County trips run through County Connection (989-837-9540). Fares set by the City and can change. Not legal or financial advice.

How to apply →Official source →989-837-6940Last verified · September 25, 2026

Local agencies serving Midland 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.

Michigan and federal programs

Open to eligible households in Midland County and across the rest of Michigan. Full details are on the Michigan benefits page.

Caregiver Support

Emergency Aid

Employment

Energy Assistance

Food Assistance

Health Coverage

Healthcare

Home Care

Housing

Income Support

Long Term Care

Medicare Savings

Nutrition

Supportive Services

Tax Relief

Utility Assistance

Veteran Benefits

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.

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Not legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.