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Senior benefits in Shiawassee County, Michigan

Seniors aged 65 and older in Shiawassee County, Michigan, may qualify for a wide range of benefit programs — from federal assistance to state and local support. The Valley Area Agency on Aging serves as a key local starting point, connecting older adults to Older Americans Act Services covering meals, in-home help, and more. Getting around is easier with SATA Senior and Disability Rides, provided by the Shiawassee Area Transportation Agency. If heating bills are a concern, Home Heating and Energy Assistance through State Emergency Relief and MEAP may help, and Memorial Healthcare Financial Assistance is available for those facing medical costs at Memorial Healthcare in Owosso. State programs here include the Michigan Home Heating Credit, MI Choice Waiver Program, MMAP Medicare counseling, and several veterans' benefits. Dozens of federal programs also apply. 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

Valley Area Agency on Aging (Region 5)

1-800-978-6275

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

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Programs run in Shiawassee County

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

Elder Services in Shiawassee 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 (Shiawassee County)

County · Michigan

Valley Area Agency on Aging serves older adults in Shiawassee 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 3, 2026

Energy Assistance in Shiawassee 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 (Shiawassee County)

County · Michigan

Income-eligible Shiawassee 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 29, 2026

Healthcare in Shiawassee County

Memorial Healthcare Financial Assistance — Memorial Healthcare Owosso (Shiawassee County)

County · Michigan

Memorial Healthcare in Owosso offers financial assistance for patients who may not be able to pay for part or all of their care. Help is based on income, assets, and financial need. Ask a financial counselor or call customer service at 989-720-2000 for the financial assistance application and policy.

Estimated bill savings: about $0 a year

In this county: Financial assistance is based on income, assets, and financial need as set in Memorial Healthcare's policy. The hospital makes the final determination. Not legal or financial advice.

How to apply →Official source →989-720-2000Last verified · October 12, 2026

Transportation in Shiawassee County

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

SATA Senior and Disability Rides — Shiawassee Area Transportation Agency (Shiawassee County)

County · Michigan

The Shiawassee Area Transportation Agency runs accessible bus service across Shiawassee County from Owosso. Through an agreement with the Shiawassee Council on Aging, county seniors age 60 and over ride free Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Riders with disabilities also use the accessible service. Reserve a ride the day before by calling 989-729-2687 or toll-free 1-877-667-7100.

Estimated service value: $150–$900 a year

In this county: Free senior rides run weekdays 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. under the Shiawassee Council on Aging agreement and require day-before reservation. Fares and service rules are set by the Shiawassee Area Transportation Agency and can change. Not legal or financial advice.

How to apply →Official source →989-729-2687Last verified · October 6, 2026

Local agencies serving Shiawassee 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 Shiawassee 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.