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Senior benefits in Oscoda County, Michigan

Seniors in Oscoda County, Michigan have access to a wide range of benefit programs that can help with health care, home energy costs, transportation, and more. 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 other supports. If you need help staying warm, Home Heating & Energy Assistance through NEMCSA may be able to help with utility costs. Getting to medical appointments is easier through Oscoda County Area Transit Specialists (O-CATS), which provides public and medical transportation. Seniors who need hospital care can explore MyMichigan Health Financial Assistance at nearby facilities. State programs like Michigan Home Heating Credit, MI Choice Waiver Program, MMAP Medicare counseling, and Michigan Caregiver Support add even more layers of help. Federal programs also apply here. Every listing on this page includes its official source and the date it was last verified, but the administering 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 (NEMCSA)

1-800-219-2273

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

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Programs run in Oscoda County

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

Elder Services in Oscoda 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 (Oscoda County)

County · Michigan

The Region 9 Area Agency on Aging, run by Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency (NEMCSA), serves older adults in Oscoda 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 Medicaid 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 Oscoda County

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

Home Heating & Energy Assistance — NEMCSA (Oscoda County)

County · Michigan

Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency (NEMCSA) is the community action agency for Oscoda County. It delivers free home weatherization, help with water and sewer bills, and connects households to low-income heating help. Apply for state energy help (LIHEAP / State Emergency Relief) through MI Bridges, dial 211 for local referrals, or call NEMCSA at 1-800-219-2273.

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

How to apply →Official source →1-800-219-2273Last verified · October 12, 2026

Healthcare in Oscoda County

MyMichigan Health Financial Assistance — Nearest Facilities (Oscoda County)

County · Michigan

Oscoda County has no hospital of its own; the nearest hospitals are MyMichigan Health medical centers and Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital. MyMichigan Health offers a Patient Financial Assistance Program with a discounted/sliding fee based on family size and income, and no patient is denied needed care for inability to pay. 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 4, 2026

Transportation in Oscoda County

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

Oscoda County Area Transit Specialists (O-CATS) — Public & Medical Transportation (Oscoda County)

County · Michigan

Oscoda County Area Transit Specialists (O-CATS) provides public and medical transportation for residents of Oscoda County, including older adults and people with disabilities. Rides are scheduled in advance, with fares based on distance. Call 989-826-5078 to reserve a ride.

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

In this county: Schedule rides in advance. Fares are distance-based and set by O-CATS and can change. Not legal or financial advice.

How to apply →Official source →989-826-5078Last verified · October 6, 2026

Local agencies serving Oscoda 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 Oscoda 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.