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Senior benefits in Montmorency County, Michigan

Seniors in Montmorency County, Michigan have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with everyday needs. Region 9 Area Agency on Aging is a strong local starting point — it connects older adults to Older Americans Act Services covering meals, in-home help, and more. The Montmorency County Commission on Aging offers Senior Transportation for those who need a ride to appointments or errands. Help with heating bills may be available through the Heat & Utility Assistance program run by Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency. If you receive care at MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena, their Patient Financial Assistance program may help reduce medical costs. At the state level, programs like the Michigan Home Heating Credit, MI Choice Waiver Program, and MMAP Medicare counseling can provide meaningful support. Federal programs also apply here, covering areas like food, prescription costs, and veterans' benefits. 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

Region 9 Area Agency on Aging (Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency, NEMCSA)

1-800-219-2273

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

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Programs run in Montmorency County

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

Elder Services in Montmorency County

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

Region 9 Area Agency on Aging — Older Americans Act Services (Montmorency County)

County · Michigan

Region 9 Area Agency on Aging, run by Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency (NEMCSA), serves older adults in Montmorency County. Services include home-delivered and congregate meals, in-home and personal care, respite and 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 1-800-219-2273 to ask what help is available.

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

How to apply →Official source →1-800-219-2273Last verified · October 9, 2026

Energy Assistance in Montmorency County

Programs here typically lower an eligible household's bills by $200–$2,205 a year.

Home Heating & Energy Assistance — MDHHS State Emergency Relief (Montmorency County)

County · Michigan

Help with heat and utility bills in Montmorency County comes from MDHHS State Emergency Relief, Michigan's LIHEAP program, which is applied for through MI Bridges. State Emergency Relief can pay toward a past-due electric, natural gas, propane or wood-heat bill and can stop a shutoff. In Montmorency County the Michigan Energy Assistance Program partner is the Superior Watershed Partnership, at 906-273-2742; households in an energy crisis can apply to State Emergency Relief through MDHHS or directly to the Superior Watershed Partnership. Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency (NEMCSA, 989-358-4600) is still the Community Action agency here, but its services list now shows weatherization and water-bill help, not heat or utility bill payment. Dial 211 for other local help.

Estimated bill savings: $200–$2,205 a year

How to apply →Official source →906-273-2742Last verified · October 12, 2026

Healthcare in Montmorency County

MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena — Patient Financial Assistance (Montmorency County)

County · Michigan

Montmorency County residents are served by MyMichigan Health hospitals, with MyMichigan Medical Center Alpena and MyMichigan Medical Center Gaylord nearby. The system offers patient financial assistance for emergency and medically necessary care. No one is denied care for inability to pay, and a sliding-fee discount is available based on family size and income. Call 1-844-832-1956 to request an application.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

How to apply →Official source →1-844-832-1956Last verified · September 29, 2026

Transportation in Montmorency County

Programs here typically provide services worth $100–$800 a year to an eligible household.

Montmorency County Commission on Aging — Senior Transportation (Montmorency County)

County · Michigan

The Montmorency County Commission on Aging in Atlanta offers volunteer-based transportation for older adults to medical appointments and essential errands when rides are available. Call 989-785-2580 to ask about a ride and current availability.

Estimated service value: $100–$800 a year

In this county: Transportation is volunteer-based and offered only when rides are available; it is not a guaranteed fixed-route service. Call ahead to confirm. Not legal or financial advice.

How to apply →Official source →989-785-2580Last verified · October 6, 2026

Local agencies serving Montmorency 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 Montmorency 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.