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Senior benefits in Clare County, Michigan

Seniors in Clare County, Michigan have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with health care, housing costs, energy bills, transportation, and more. Region VII Area Agency on Aging is a strong local starting point — it connects older adults to Older Americans Act Services right here in the county. Mid Michigan Community Action offers Home Heating & Energy Assistance for those struggling with utility costs, and Clare County Transit provides reduced-fare curb-to-curb rides for getting to appointments and errands. MyMichigan Medical Center Clare has a financial assistance program that may help with medical bills. State programs available here include Michigan Medicaid options, the MI Choice Waiver Program, Medicare Savings Programs, and support for veterans and family caregivers, among others. Dozens of federal programs also apply in Clare County. Every program listed 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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Last verified · October 12, 2026

Local starting point

Region VII Area Agency on Aging

1-800-858-1637

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

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Programs run in Clare County

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

Elder Services in Clare County

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

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

County · Michigan

Region VII Area Agency on Aging serves older adults in Clare County. Its local partner, Clare County Senior Services in Harrison (989-539-8870), offers meals, in-home help, and caregiver support. Region VII also offers care management for adults 60 and older who need help with daily tasks, Medicare and Medicaid help, and the MI Choice Medicaid waiver for in-home care for people 65 and older or adults 18 and older with a disability who need nursing-home-level care. Call 1-800-858-1637 to ask what help is available.

Estimated service value: $1,500–$6,000 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-800-858-1637Last verified · October 10, 2026

Energy Assistance in Clare County

Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $200–$1,500 a year.

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

County · Michigan

Mid Michigan Community Action (MMCAA) delivers low-income energy assistance for Clare 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 the Clare County (Farwell) office at 989-386-3805.

Estimated bill savings: $200–$1,500 a year

How to apply →Official source →989-386-3805Last verified · October 3, 2026

Healthcare in Clare County

MyMichigan Health Financial Assistance — MyMichigan Medical Center Clare (Clare County)

County · Michigan

MyMichigan Medical Center Clare (MyMichigan Health) offers a Patient Financial Assistance Program for emergency and medically necessary care. A sliding-fee discount is available based on family size and income, and no one is denied needed care for inability to pay. Ask a financial counselor or call 1-844-832-1956 to apply.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-844-832-1956Last verified · October 9, 2026

Transportation in Clare County

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

Clare County Transit — Reduced-Fare Curb-to-Curb Rides (Clare County)

County · Michigan

Clare County Transit Corporation runs countywide curb-to-curb bus service. Riders age 60 and over, people with a mobility disability, and Medicare card holders qualify for a reduced fare with a Reduced Fare Card. Call dispatch at 989-539-1473 to schedule a ride.

Estimated service value: $200–$1,200 a year

In this county: Reduced fare requires a Reduced Fare Card (Medicare card holders skip the doctor's signature). Fares and rules are set by Clare County Transit and can change. Not legal or financial advice.

How to apply →Official source →989-539-1473Last verified · October 12, 2026

Local agencies serving Clare 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 Clare County and across the rest of Michigan. Full details are on the Michigan benefits page.

Money & income3 programs

Cash paid to you, and emergency help when money runs short.

Health & Medicare costs9 programs

Medicaid, Medicare savings, and help with drug and doctor bills.

Food6 programs

SNAP (food stamps), meals, and farmers market coupons.

Home, bills & taxes9 programs

Help with heating and electric bills, rent, property taxes, and home repairs.

Care at home & long-term care7 programs

Help staying in your home, nursing home alternatives, and support for family caregivers.

Help, advice & legal5 programs

Free counseling, legal help, rides, and other senior services.

Veterans3 programs

Benefits for veterans and their surviving spouses.

Nearby counties

Local 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.