Senior benefits in Wexford County, Michigan
Seniors living in Wexford County, Michigan, may qualify for a wide range of benefit programs — from local services to state and federal help. The Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Michigan is a strong local starting point. It connects older adults to Older Americans Act Services covering meals, transportation, and more. WexExpress, run by the Cadillac/Wexford Transit Authority, offers transportation specifically for seniors and people with disabilities. If heating costs are a concern, NMCAA Energy Assistance through the Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency can help with LIHEAP and MEAP benefits. Seniors who receive care at Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital may also want to ask about Munson Healthcare Financial Assistance. At the state level, programs like the MI Choice Waiver Program, Michigan Home Heating Credit, and MMAP Medicare counseling are available here. Federal programs also apply, covering health coverage, food, and veterans' benefits. Each program listing on this page includes its official source and the date it was last verified. The administering agency always makes the final eligibility decision.
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Michigan programs
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Federal programs
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Last verified · September 26, 2026
Local starting point
Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Michigan (AAANM)
1-800-442-1713
See which of these Wexford County programs you may qualify for.
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Programs run in Wexford County
Run by the county, its Area Agency on Aging, or another agency serving Wexford County. Start here.
Elder Services in Wexford County
Programs here are typically worth $1,500–$6,000 a year to an eligible household.
Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Michigan — Older Americans Act Services (Wexford County)
CountyThe Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Michigan is the Area Agency on Aging for Wexford County. Services include care management, home and community-based care, caregiver support, Medicare/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 1-800-442-1713 to ask what help is available.
$1,500–$6,000/yr
Energy Assistance in Wexford County
Programs here are typically worth $200–$1,500 a year to an eligible household.
NMCAA Energy Assistance (LIHEAP / MEAP) — Wexford County
CountyThe Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency (NMCAA) is the community action agency serving Wexford County, with its Cadillac office handling the area. It helps low-income households with heating and electric bills, shutoff protection, weatherization, and energy self-sufficiency planning through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Michigan Energy Assistance Program (MEAP). Apply for state energy help through MI Bridges, dial 211 for local referrals, or call the NMCAA Cadillac office at 231-775-9781.
$200–$1,500/yr
Healthcare in Wexford County
Munson Healthcare Financial Assistance — Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital (Wexford County)
CountyMunson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital serves Wexford County and offers financial assistance for emergency and medically necessary care. Patients with family income at or below 249% of the federal poverty level can get fully discounted care, and a 75% discount for income from 250% to 400%. Apply by submitting a Financial Assistance Application with proof of income; call Patient Financial Services at 231-935-7062 or 1-800-437-3615 for help.
Transportation in Wexford County
Programs here are typically worth $200–$1,200 a year to an eligible household.
WexExpress (Cadillac/Wexford Transit Authority) — Senior & Disabled Transportation (Wexford County)
CountyWexExpress, the public name for the Cadillac/Wexford Transit Authority, runs public bus and dial-a-ride service across Wexford County for rides to medical appointments, shopping, work, and community life. Seniors age 60 and over and people with disabilities can get reduced-fare and non-emergency medical rides. Call 231-779-0123 to book a ride.
$200–$1,200/yr
In this county: Rides are open to the public; seniors (60+) and people with disabilities receive reduced fares and non-emergency medical transportation. Not legal or financial advice.
Local agencies serving Wexford 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.
Munson Healthcare (Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital)
Cadillac/Wexford Transit Authority (WexExpress)
Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Michigan (AAANM)
Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency (NMCAA)
Michigan and federal programs
Open to eligible households in Wexford 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.