Senior benefits in Huron County, Michigan

Region VII Area Agency on Aging serves older adults in Huron County. Services include home-delivered and congregate meals, in-home and personal 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 1-800-858-1637 to ask what help is available.

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

The Human Development Commission (HDC) is the Community Action Agency for Huron County and helps with heat and electric bills, shutoff/disconnection emergencies, and energy-cost reduction. Apply for state energy help through MI Bridges, dial 211 for local referrals, or call HDC at 1-800-843-6394.

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

McLaren Thumb Region in Bad Axe offers financial assistance for emergency and medically necessary care. Discounts are based on family size, income, and assets, and applications are accepted up to 240 days after the first billing statement. Ask a financial counselor or call 1-844-321-1557 to apply.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

In this county: Financial assistance is income- and asset-based by family size; apply within 240 days of the first billing statement. The hospital makes the final determination. Not legal or financial advice.

Thumb Area Transit provides public, curb-to-curb bus service across Huron County. Seniors (60+), riders 18 and under, and people with disabilities ride at half the regular fare. Call 1-800-322-1125 or 989-269-2121 to schedule a ride.

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

In this county: Half fare for seniors (60+) and people with disabilities. Fares and rules are set by Thumb Area Transit and can change. Not legal or financial advice.