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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 · October 12, 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 typically provide services worth $1,500–$6,000 a year to an eligible household.

Valley Area Agency on Aging — Older Americans Act Services (Lapeer County)

County · Michigan

Valley 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.

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

How to apply →Official source →1-800-978-6275Last verified · October 10, 2026

Energy Assistance in Lapeer County

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

Home Heating & Energy Assistance — State Emergency Relief and MEAP (Lapeer County)

County · Michigan

Income-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.

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

How to apply →Official source →1-844-875-9211Last verified · September 24, 2026

Healthcare in Lapeer County

McLaren Financial Assistance — McLaren Lapeer Region (Lapeer County)

County · Michigan

McLaren 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.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-844-321-1557Last verified · October 9, 2026

Transportation in Lapeer County

Programs here typically provide services worth $150–$900 a year to an eligible household.

Senior and Disability Transportation — Greater Lapeer Transportation Authority (Lapeer County)

County · Michigan

The 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.

Estimated service value: $150–$900 a year

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.

How to apply →Official source →810-664-4566Last verified · October 12, 2026

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.

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.

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.