Michiana Senior Resource Guide 2023-2024

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How to Obtain a Copy

Additional copies of the Michiana Senior Resource Guides are available at these locations, as well as many places where you find Senior Life Newspapers

INDIANA

ELKHART COUNTY:

Council on Aging of Elkhart County

131 W. Tyler St., Ste. A, Elkhart

Elder Haus Senior Center

451 N. Main St., Nappanee

Elkhart Public Library

300 S. 2nd St., Elkhart as well as other branches

Goshen Public Library

601 S. 5th St., Goshen

Nappanee Public Library

157 N. Main St., Nappanee

Wakarusa Public Library

124 N. Elkhart St., Wakarusa

This Senior Resource Guide is also available on the Senior Life Newspapers website at www.seniorlifenewspapers.com

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY:

Battell Community Center 904 N. Main St., Mishawaka

Catholic Charities 1817 Miami St., South Bend

Howard Park Event Center 219 S. St. Louis Blvd., South Bend

Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library 209 Lincolnway E., Mishawaka as well as other branches

New Carlisle Olive Township Public Library

408 S. Bray St., New Carlisle

Real Services of St. Joseph County 1151 S. Michigan St., South Bend

St. Joseph County Public Library 304 S. Main St., South Bend as well as other branches

Walkerton-Lincoln Township Public Library 300 Michigan St., Walkerton

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How to Obtain a Copy

LAPORTE COUNTY:

Activity Center for Older Adults

910 State St., LaPorte

La Porte County Public Library

904 Indiana Ave., LaPorte

The Madeline and George Smrt

Neighborhood Center

301 Grant Ave., Michigan City

Michigan City Public Library

100 E. 4th St., Michigan City

Michigan City Senior Center

2 On the Lake, Michigan City

MICHIGAN

BERRIEN COUNTY:

Area Agency on Aging

2900 Lakeview Ave., St. Joseph

Greater Niles Senior Center 1109 Bell Rd., Niles

Niles District Library 620 E. Main St., Niles

CASS COUNTY:

Cass County COA 60525 Decatur Rd., Cassopolis

Cass District Library 319 M-62, Cassopolis as well as Edwardsburg Branch

Dowagiac District Library 211 Commercial St., Dowagiac

Marcellus Township Library 205 E. Main St., Marcellus

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10 michiana senior resource guide Table of Contents Obtain a Copy of Michiana Senior Resource Guide ......................... 8-9 Emergency/Crisis Services ........................................................... 12-13 Law Enforcement ......................................................................... 13-18 Local Senior Service Organizations 19-23 National Senior Service Agencies ..................................................... 24 Government Agencies for Seniors (State, Federal) .......................... 24-27 Health Support Resources/Services ............................................. 28-29 Adult Day Services ............................................................................ 30 Aging Resources ................................................................................ 30 Auctioneers ....................................................................................... 31 Care Transitions ................................................................................ 31 Clothing Banks ............................................................................. 31-32 Computer/Technology Training 32 Diabetic Supplies Shoes ............................................................................................. 33 Disability Services ............................................................................... 33 Education/Social Activities ........................................................... 33-34 Employment Opportunities ............................................................... 35 Energy Assistance ........................................................................ 35-36 Financial Services & Information ....................................................... 36 Food Food Pantries/Assistance 37-38 Home Delivered Meals ........................................................ 38 & 47 Meals/Soup Kitchens ..................................................................... 47 Personal Chef Services .................................................................. 47 Geriatric Case Management ............................................................. 48 Health Support Services Clinics/Health Screenings ........................................................ 48-50 Hearing/Speech Impaired ................................................................. 50 Home Care Caregiver Support 51 Medical ......................................................................................... 51 Non-Medical ................................................................................. 52
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michiana senior resource guide 11 Table of Contents Hospice ............................................................................................. 53 Housing Assisted Living 53-55 Independent Living ....................................................................... 56 Services ......................................................................................... 57 Skilled Nursing ......................................................................... 57-58 Specialty Care ............................................................................... 58 Specialty Care Continuing Care Living Community 59 Immunizations/Vaccines .................................................................... 59 Flu Shots ........................................................................................ 59 Insurance ........................................................................................... 60 Legal & Advocacy.......................................................................... 60-62 Elder Law ....................................................................................... 62 License Renewals ......................................................................... 62-63 Medical Equipment & Supplies .................................................... 63-64 Medicare/Medicaid ....................................................................... 64-65 Medicine Disposal Program .............................................................. 66 Newspapers ....................................................................................... 66 Pharmacy Delivery 66 Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation ................................................... 66-67 Physicians/Geriatricians ...................................................................... 67 Prescription Assistance ..................................................................... 68 Respite Care ...................................................................................... 68 Senior/Community Centers .......................................................... 69-70 Shelters 70 Support Groups ............................................................................ 71-72 Transportation .............................................................................. 73-74 Trust & Estate Planning ...................................................................... 75 Utilities Gas & Electric ................................................................................ 75 Home Telephone/Cable/Internet 75-76 Veteran Services ............................................................................ 76-78 Vision Impaired Assistance ....................................................................... 78 Volunteer Opportunities/Services ................................................ 79-80 Advertiser Index ................................................................................ 82

www.salvationarmyusa.org

in211.communityos.org www.mi211.org (MI)

www.veteranscrisisline.net

ABUSE & FRAUD

www.bbb.org/scamtracker

12 michiana senior resource guide EMERGENCY .................................................................................. 911 Adult Protective Services (APS) Indiana State Hotline ................................................... 800-992-6978 .......................................... (911 after 4:30 pm) Michigan State Hotline ................................................. 855-444-3911 American Red Cross www.redcross.org INDIANA ELKHART & ST. JOSEPH COUNTIES American Red Cross of Northern Indiana ................. 574-234-0191 LAPORTE COUNTY American Red Cross of Northwest Indiana ............... 219-756-5360 MICHIGAN BERRIEN & CASS COUNTIES American Red Cross of Southwest Michigan ............ 269-353-6180 Poison Control Center ................................................. 800-222-1222
Salvation Army
See
22 to contact the office closest to you for emergency assistance. United Way ................................................................................... 211
Veterans Crisis Line .................................................. 988 and Press 1
ELDER
AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline ........................ 877-908-3360
BBB Scam Tips & Scam Tracker .................................. 800-552-4631
indianapoisoncenter.org
page
www.aarp.org
www.bbb.org/scamtips/
Emergency/Crisis Services

Federal Trade Commission ........................................ 877-FTC-HELP www.consumer.ftc.gov

Indiana Association for Area Agencies on Aging Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) ................ 317-205-9201, x207 www.iaaaa.org/senior-medicare-patrol/smp-overview

Indiana Attorney General

To sign up for email and text notifications of consumer alerts and find out about the latest scams. public.govdelivery.com/accounts/INAG/subscriber/new?topic

Indiana Council Against Senior Exploitation www.in-case.org/types-of-elder-abuse

Medicare Fraud ............................................................

Michigan Attorney General secure.ag.state.mi.us/complaints/consumer.aspx

National Center on Elder Abuse ncea.acl.gov

National Elder Fraud Hotline

833-FRAUD-11 stopelderfraud.ovc.ojp.gov

Bristol 303 E. Vistula St., Bristol, IN 46507 www.bristolpolice.org ...................................................

Elkhart 175 Waterfall Dr., Elkhart, IN 46516 elkhartpolice.org ...........................................................

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INDIANA ELKHART COUNTY
574-533-4151
574-295-7070
800-HHS-TIPS

Goshen

Law Enforcement

111 E. Jefferson St., Goshen, IN 46528 goshenindiana.org/police .............................................

Middlebury

418 N. Main St., Middlebury, IN 46540 www.middleburypolice.com .........................................

Millersburg

201 W. Washington St., Millersburg, IN 46543 ............

millersburgin.com/police-department

Nappanee

301 W. Lincoln St., Nappanee, IN 46550 www.nappanee.org/government ..................................

Wakarusa

102 S. Spring St., Wakarusa, IN 46573 townofwakarusa.com .................................................... 574-862-4200

LAPORTE COUNTY

LaPorte

1206 Michigan Ave., LaPorte, IN 46350 www.cityoflaporte.com .................................................

Long Beach

2400 Oriole Tr., Long Beach, IN 46360 www.longbeachin.org ...................................................

Michigan City

1201 E. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City, IN 46360 emichigancity.com/160/police ......................................

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY

Lakeville

105 S. Michigan St., Lakeville, IN 46536 www.lakevilleindiana.org

Mishawaka

100 Lincolnway W., Mishawaka, IN 46544 mishawaka.in.gov/policedepartment ............................

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574-533-4151
574-533-4151
574-642-4500
574-773-4111
219-362-9446
219-874-4243
219-874-3221
574-784-2024
574-258-1678

New Carlisle

Law Enforcement

124 E. Michigan St., New Carlisle, IN 46552 www.townofnewcarlisle.com/police.php ......................

North Liberty

116 N. Main St., North Liberty, IN 46554

www.northliberty.in.gov

Osceola

850 Lincolnway W., Osceola, IN 46561 .........................

osceola.in.gov/police

Roseland

200 Independence Dr., South Bend, IN 46637 roselandpd.us ................................................................

South Bend

701 W. Sample St., South Bend, IN 46601 police.southbendin.gov ................................................ 574-235-9201

Walkerton

300 Illinois St., Walkerton, IN 46574 www.walkerton.org ....................................................... 574-586-3511

MICHIGAN

BERRIEN COUNTY

Baroda-Lake Township

3169 Shawnee Rd., Bridgman, MI 49106 www.lake-township.org/police.html .............................

Benton Charter Township 1725 Territorial Rd., Benton Harbor, MI 49022 bentonchartertwp.org/departments/police ....................

Benton Harbor

251 E. Market St., Benton Harbor, MI 49022 bhcity.us ........................................................................

Berrien Springs Oronoko Township 4411 E. Snow Rd., Berrien Springs, MI 49103 www.oronokotownship.org ...........................................

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574-654-3544
574-656-4411
574-674-8685
574-272-6485
269-465-3258
269-925-1135
269-927-8436
269-471-2813

Bridgman

9765 Maple St., Bridgman, MI 49106

www.bridgman.org/161/Police .....................................

720 E. Front St., Ste. B, Buchanan, MI 49107

www.cityofbuchanan.com/police ..................................

Coloma Charter Township

4919 Paw Paw Lake Rd., Coloma, MI 49038 colomatownship.org .....................................................

Grand Beach

48200 Perkins Blvd., Grand Beach, MI 49117 www.grandbeach.org/police.asp ....................................

Lincoln Charter Township

5599 Cleveland Ave., Stevensville, MI 49127 lctberrien.org/police

4000 Cherokee, Michiana, MI 49117 www.michianavillage.org/police ...................................

224 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI 49117 www.cityofnewbuffalo.org/departments/police ...........

1600 Silverbrook Ave., Niles, MI 49120 www.nilesmi.org ............................................................

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Law Enforcement
269-465-3880
Buchanan
269-695-5120
269-468-8291 Eau
6625
Main
269-461-4111 Galien 121 S. Cleveland Ave., Galien, MI 49113 ........................ 269-545-0050
Claire
E.
St., Eau Claire, MI 49111 .........................
269-469-5000
269-429-2444
Michiana
269-469-1884
New Buffalo
269-469-1593
Niles
269-683-1313

St. Joseph

Law Enforcement

700 Broad St., St. Joseph, MI 49085 sjcity.com/publicsafety ..................................................

Three Oaks 14 Maple St., Three Oaks, MI 49128 ............................

www.threeoaksvillage.org

Watervliet

158 W. Pleasant, Watervliet, MI 49098 www.watervliet.org/police-department ........................

CASS COUNTY

Cassopolis 117 S. Broadway St., #100, Cassopolis, MI 49031 .........

cassopolis-mi.us/services/public_safety.php

Dowagiac

241 S. Front St., Dowagiac, MI 49047 ..........................

www.cityofdowagiac.com/government/police

Ontwa Township Edwardsburg 26296 US 12, Edwardsburg, MI 49112 www.edwardsburg.net ..................................................

COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENTS (NON-EMERGENCY)

INDIANA

Elkhart County Sheriff 26861 Co. Rd. 26, Elkhart, IN 46517 www.sheriff.elkhartcounty.com .....................................

LaPorte County Sheriff 809 State St., Suite 202A, LaPorte, IN 46350 www.laportecountysheriff.com .....................................

St. Joseph County Sheriff 401 W. Sample St., South Bend, IN 46601 www.sjcindiana.com .......................................................

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269-926-2538
269-756-9585
269-463-4770
269-445-8100
269-782-9743
269-663-8444
574-533-4151
800-548-5374
574-235-9611

Berrien County Sheriff 919 Port St., St. Joseph, MI 49085 www.berriencounty.org/253/sheriffs-office

Cass County Sheriff 321 N. M62 Hwy., Cassopolis, MI 49031 www.casscountymi.org/1323/Sheriffs-Office

www.michianacrimestoppers.com

www.crimestoppersusa.org

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Law Enforcement MICHIGAN
269-983-7141
................ 269-445-8644 CRIME STOPPERS
Crime Stoppers
800-342-STOP
........................... or 574-288-STOP
Crime Stoppers 800-222-TIPS
STATE POLICE INDIANA Bremen, IN Post ........................................................... 574-546-4900 MICHIGAN Niles, MI Post ............................................................... 269-683-4411 SENIOR SAFETY - PROJECT LIFESAVER & TRIAD INDIANA Elkhart County Sheriff’s Office 574-891-2324 LaPorte City Police Department ................................. 219-362-9446 LaPorte County Sheriff’s Office .................................. 219-326-7700 LaPorte County Triad ................................................... 219-393-0673 Michigan City Police Department ...................... 219-874-3221 x332 St. Joseph County Police Department ........................ 574-235-9569 MICHIGAN Berrien County Sheriff’s Department .............. 269-983-7141 x7221 Cass County Sheriff’s Office 269-445-8644
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Michiana
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National

Local Senior Service

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Organizations American Red Cross www.redcross.org INDIANA ELKHART COUNTY 721 Riverview Ave., Elkhart, IN ................................. 574-293-6519 1123 S. Indiana Ave., Goshen, IN .............................. 574-533-8083 LAPORTE COUNTY 113 Warren Rd., Michigan City, IN ............................ 219-874-4247 ST. JOSEPH COUNTY 220 W. Colfax Ave., Ste. 510, South Bend, IN 574-234-0191 MICHIGAN BERRIEN & CASS COUNTIES 5640 Venture Ct., Kalamazoo, MI ............................. 269-353-6180 Area Agency on Aging Region IV 2900 Lakeview Ave., St. Joseph, MI www.areaagencyonaging.org ....................................... 800-654-2810 Campus for Creative Aging .................................... 269-983-0177 Care Management ................................................... 800-654-2810 Community Transition Services .............................. 800-654-2810 Computer Learning Center ..................................... 269-408-4304 Creating Confident Caregivers .............................. 269-983-0177 Custom Care ............................................................ 800-654-2810 Foster Grandparents Program 269-983-7058 or 877-660-2725 Integrated Care at Home 269-932-7859 MI Choice Waiver Program ..................................... 800-654-2810 Resource Center ...................................................... 800-654-2810 Senior Companion Program .................................... 269-983-7058 Senior Employment Program Title V ..................... 269-983-7058 Cass County COA www.casscoa.org 60525 Decatur Rd., Cassopolis, MI ............................... 269-445-8110 227 S. Front St., Dowagiac, MI ..................................... 269-228-5511 Adult Day Services, Case Management, In-Home Care, Meals on Wheels, Medical Transportation, Senior Safety and Support Programs

Local Senior Service Organizations

INDIANA

Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend 1817 Miami St., South Bend, IN www.ccfwsb.org

Diocese of Kalamazoo 1819 Gull Rd., Kalamazoo, MI ccdok.org ..................................................................

Council on Aging of Elkhart County 131 W. Tyler St., Ste. 1A, Elkhart, IN www.elkhartcoa.org ......................................................

Care Program, Life Enrichment Program, Transportation Program Meals on Wheels of Southwest Michigan 1708 Colfax Ave., Benton Harbor, MI www.snsmeals.org ............................

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Catholic Charities
574-234-3111
MICHIGAN
269-381-9800
574-295-1820
855-925-0137 Paladin
IN
....................................................................................... 219-326-7889 REAL Services, Inc. 1151 S. Michigan St., South Bend, IN www.realservices.org .................................................... 574-233-8205 Adult Guardianship Services ................................... 574-284-2649 Aging and Disability Resource Center/InConnect 574-233-8205 Alzheimer’s & Dementia Services of Northern Indiana ................................................. 574-232-4121 alzni.org ..................................................................... 888-303-0180 Community Action .................................................. 574-284-2060
In-Home
269-925-0137 or
Transportation Services 4315 E. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City,
www.paladin.care/non-emergency-transportation-services
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Organizations Energy Assistance Program ELKHART COUNTY, IN 500 N. Nappanee St., Suite 4A, Elkhart, IN ............. 574-322-4185 1013 N. Main St., (Salvation Army Building) Goshen, IN ............................................................... 574-534-2564 ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, IN 1151 S. Michigan St., South Bend, IN ..................... 574-232-6501 LTC Ombudsman .................................................... 574-284-7127 Meals on Wheels Office ......................................... 574-256-1649 Medicare (SHIP Counseling) .................................. 574-233-8205 Transportation Program 574-284-7174 Weatherization Program ........................................ 574-284-7113 REAL Services, Inc. Elkhart County 500 N. Nappanee St., Suite 4A, Elkhart, IN .................. 574-322-4185 REAL Services, Inc. LaPorte County 245 W. Johnson Rd., Ste. 2, LaPorte, IN 219-324-4199
Local Senior Service

Local Senior Service Organizations

ELKHART COUNTY

300 N. Main St., Elkhart, IN centralusa.salvationarmy.org/elkhart ............................

1013 N. Main St., Goshen, IN centralusa.salvationarmy.org/goshen ...........................

LAPORTE COUNTY

3240 Monroe St., LaPorte, IN centralusa.salvationarmy.org/laporte

1201 S. Franklin St., Michigan City, IN centralusa.salvationarmy.org/michigancity ..................

JOSEPH COUNTY

900 W. Western Ave., South Bend, IN www.mykroc.org ........................................................

BERRIEN COUNTY

233 Michigan St., Benton Harbor, MI centralusa.salvationarmy.org/bentonharbor .................

424 N. 15th St., Niles, MI centralusa.salvationarmy.org/niles

& ST. JOSEPH COUNTIES

Northern Indiana 430 Waterfall Dr., Elkhart, IN 46516 ..........................

220 W. Colfax Ave., South Bend, IN 46601

www.gotoworkone.com

WorkOne Northwest Indiana www.gotoworkonenw.com .......................................

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INDIANA
Army
574-970-0088
574-533-9584
219-326-5342
219-874-6885
ST.
574-233-9471
MICHIGAN
269-927-1353
269-684-2660 SCSEP
Community Service Employment Program) INDIANA ELKHART
574-295-0105
574-237-9675
LAPORTE COUNTY
(Senior
WorkOne
877-607-0680 300 Legacy Plaza W., LaPorte, IN 219-362-2175 301 E. 8th St., Michigan City, IN 219-809-0575

Local Senior Service

MICHIGAN

BERRIEN & CASS COUNTIES

Area Agency on Aging Region IV 2900 Lakeview Ave., St. Joseph, MI www.areaagencyonaging.org ...................................

United Way Dial 2-1-1 .................................................................. 211 www.in211.communityos.org (Indiana) www.mi211.org (Michigan)

United Way

INDIANA

ELKHART COUNTY

601 CR 17, Elkhart, IN www.crossroadsuw.org ..............................................

LAPORTE COUNTY

422 Franklin St., Ste. D, Michigan City, IN www.unitedwaylpc.org .............................................

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY

3517 E. Jefferson Blvd., South Bend, IN www.uwsjc.org ..........................................................

MICHIGAN

BERRIEN & CASS COUNTIES

2015 Lakeview Ave., St. Joseph, MI www.uwsm.org ..........................................................

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800-654-2810
574-295-1650
219-210-3534
574-232-8201
269-982-1700
Organizations
24 michiana senior resource guide AARP www.aarp.org ................................................................ 888-687-2277 ADvancing States www.advancingstates.org ............................................. 202-898-2578 Alliance for Retired Americans retiredamericans.org ..................................................... 202-637-5399 American Seniors Association www.americanseniors.org .............................................. 800-951-0017 Center for Advocacy for the Rights & Interests of the Elderly (CARIE) www.carie.org ............................................................... 800-356-3606 Medicare Rights Center www.medicarerights.org ............................................... 800-333-4114 National Council on Aging www.ncoa.org ............................................................... 571-527-3900 SCORE www.score.org/volunteer .............................................. 800-634-0245 National Senior Service Agencies Government Agencies For Seniors (State, Federal) INDIANA Adult Protective Services State Hotline www.in.gov/fssa/da/3479.htm .................................. 800-992-6978 Elkhart County Adult Protective Services 533 N. Niles Ave., South Bend, IN ............................ 800-626-8320 LaPorte County Adult Protective Services Courthouse Square 809 State St., Ste. 501A, LaPorte, IN ............. 219-326-6808 x2348 St. Joseph County Adult Protective Services 533 N. Niles Ave., South Bend, IN ............................ 574-235-5092 Blind & Visually Impaired Services www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/2638.htm ................................... 877-241-8144

Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services

402 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204 www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/2637.htm

www.in.gov/fssa/2329.htm.............................................

www.in.gov/fssa/2407.htm.............................................

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Government Agencies For Seniors (State, Federal)
Division of Aging
888-673-0002
of Family Resources
800-403-0864
Division
E. Jackson Blvd., Elkhart, IN 800-403-0864
Elkhart County Division of Family Resources 225
S. Woodland Ave., Michigan City, IN ............... 800-403-0864
of
401 E. Colfax Ave., Ste. 375, South Bend, IN ............ 800-403-0864
Joseph
of Family Resources 102 N. Center St., Ste. 500, Mishawaka, IN ............... 800-403-0864 Family and Social Services Administration www.in.gov/fssa Indiana Protection & Advocacy ServicesIndiana Disability Rights Indianapolis www.in.gov/idr ............................................................... 800-622-4845 Indiana State Department of Health Indianapolis www.in.gov/health 800-382-9480 Social Security Office ELKHART COUNTY 231 Waterfall Dr., Elkhart, IN ..................................... 866-426-0532 LAPORTE COUNTY 636 Pine St., Michigan City, IN ................................. 866-248-2393 ST. JOSEPH COUNTY 602 S. Michigan St., South Bend, IN ......................... 877-274-5415
LaPorte County Division of Family Resources 1551
St. Joseph County Division
Family Resources
St.
County Division
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For Seniors (State, Federal)
Protective Services State Hotline www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/ .......................................... 855-444-3911 Berrien County Adult Protective Services 401 Eighth St., Benton Harbor, MI ............................ 269-934-2000 Cass County Adult Protective Services 325 M-62, Cassopolis, MI .......................................... 269-445-0200
and Physical Health & Aging Services www.michigan.gov/bphasa Bureau of Services for Blind Persons www.michigan.gov/bsbp .............................................. 800-292-4200 Division on Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing www.michigan.gov/mdcr/divisions/doddbhh ............... 313-437-7035 Medical Services Administration www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/ .......................................... 517-582-4145 Michigan Department of Health & Human Services www.michigan.gov/mdhhs ............................................ 517-373-3740 Berrien County 11-West Michigan Division of Health & Human Services 401 Eighth St., Benton Harbor, MI ............................ 269-934-2000 Cass County 14-West Michigan Division of Health & Human Services 325 M-62, Cassopolis, MI .......................................... 269-445-0200 Michigan Disability Resources www.michigan.gov/disabilityresources Social Security Office BERRIEN COUNTY 455 Bond St., Benton Harbor, MI 800-772-1213
Government Agencies
MICHIGAN Adult
Behavioral
michiana senior resource guide 27 FEDERAL Administration on Aging acl.gov/about-acl/administration-aging ........................ 202-401-4634 AmeriCorps Seniors www.americorps.gov ..................................................... 800-942-2677 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services www.cms.gov ................................................................ 800-633-4227 Eldercare Locator eldercare.acl.gov 800-677-1116 National Institute on Aging www.nia.nih.gov ............................................................ 800-222-2225 Social Security Administration www.ssa.gov .................................................................. 800-772-1213 Government Agencies For Seniors (State, Federal) Council on Aging of Elkhart County Inc. is dedicated to serving Seniors aged 55 and older residing in Elkhart County. Our goal is to enhance each individual’s quality of life, beginning with access to the resources necessary to allow Seniors to remain in their own home. We offer many services to help promote a healthy and safe environment Transportation • In Home Care • Life Enrichment Services 131 West Tyler Street, Elkhart, IN 46516 574-295-1820 | www.elkhartcoa.org Council on Aging of Elkhart County Inc. is dedicated to serving Seniors aged 55 and older residing in Elkhart County. Our goal is to enhance each individual’s quality of life, beginning with access to the resources necessary to allow Seniors to remain in their own home. We offer many services to help promote a healthy and safe environment.
28 michiana senior resource guide Health Support Resources/Services Alcoholics Anonymous www.aa.org .................................................................... 212-870-3400 Alzheimer’s Association Indianapolis www.alz.org .................................................................... 800-272-3900 American Cancer Society National Hotline www.cancer.org ......................................................... 800-227-2345 Northwest Indiana Office - Mishawaka ...................... 574-257-9789 American Diabetes Association www.diabetes.org 800-342-2383 American Heart Association www.heart.org................................................................ 800-242-8721 American Stroke Association www.stroke.org ............................................................. 888-4-STROKE Arthritis Foundation www.arthritis.org ............................................................ 800-283-7800 Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation www.bonehealthandosteoporosis.org ........................... 800-231-4222 Emotions Anonymous www.emotionsanonymous.org ...................................... 651-647-9712 Glaucoma Foundation www.glaucomafoundation.org ....................................... 212-285-0080 Hearing Loss Association of America www.hearingloss.org ...................................................... 301-657-2248 Something for everyone, across every platform! Computers • Tablets • Phones www.seniorlifenewspapers.com CHECK OUT THE SENIOR LIFE WEBSITE!
michiana senior resource guide 29 Health Support Resources/Services MedlinePlus medlineplus.gov Muscular Dystrophy Association www.mda.org ................................................................. 800-572-1717 National Alliance on Mental Illness www.nami.org ............................................................... 800-950-NAMI National Kidney Foundation www.kidney.org ............................................................. 800-622-9010 National Multiple Sclerosis Society www.nationalmssociety.org 800-344-4867 Parkinson’s Foundation www.parkinson.org ....................................................... 800-4PD-INFO 1501 South Main St., Goshen (574) 533-0626 GoshenHomeMedical.com Store Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Free Delivery • 24-Hour Emergency Service Because The QualiTy Of yOur life MaTTers

Adult Day Services Adult Day Services

Cass County COA

60525 Decatur Rd., Cassopolis, MI 49031 ....................

www.casscoa.org

Milton Adult Day Services

111 Sunnybrook Ct., South Bend, IN 46637 .................. 574-232-2666

Social environment, engaging activities, caregiver respite. www.miltonads.org See our ad on page 44

Riverview Adult Day Health Center 2715 East Jackson Blvd., Elkhart, IN 46516 .................. 574-293-6886

A social & medical model, offering active fun-filled days & caregiver respite.

www.radhc.org

St. Joseph PACE

250 E. Day Rd., Mishawaka, IN 46545 .......................... 574-247-8700

Unique services & programs to keep seniors safely at home. Call today.

www.sjmed.com/pace

Aging Resources

Aging Connections of Michiana

Serving Northern Indiana & Southwest Michigan ..................................

A community of aging resources in one website. Visit here first. www.agingconnections.org See our ad on page 4

Senior Resource Network

1657 Commerce Dr., South Bend, IN 46628 ................ 877-324-8490

When you need a trusted local professional. Call us today. www.seniorresourcenetwork.org See our ad on page 35

See if you can Spy the special icon every month in each of the Senior Life editions. Go to www.seniorlifenewspapers.com and click on the I Spy Contest to let us know on what page and in which edition you found the icon and you could win $25.00!

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269-445-8110
michiana senior resource guide 31 Auctioneers Wainscott Auction Service 32981 Marvel Ln., New Carlisle, IN 46552 ..................... 574-329-1204 Tricia Wainscott, Licensed Auctioneer #AU11300117 wainscottauctions@yahoo.com www.wainscottauctionservice.hibid.com See our ad on this page Church Without Walls 731 Wagner Ave., Elkhart, IN 46516 ............................. 574-293-0776 The Cove Elkhart 347 W. Lusher Ave., Elkhart, IN 46517 ......................... 574-226-0261 www.elkhartcove.com Clothing Banks Care Transitions Senior Transitions of Indiana Serving St. Joseph & Elkhart Counties .......................... 574-993-4738 A free service that helps seniors find safer living options. Email: tammyteeter@seniortransitions1.com Turning Point Senior Care Solutions, LLC 205 W. Jefferson Blvd., Ste. 105 South Bend, IN 46601 ................................................... 574-315-9176 Finding care and living solutions for seniors in Greater South Bend. www.MichianaSeniors.com • ONLINE & LIVE AUCTIONS • ESTATE AUCTIONS Tricia Wainscott Licensed Auctioneer #AU11300117 32981 Marvel Ln. New Carlisle, IN 46552 574-329-1204 www.wainscottauctionservice.hibid.com

www.mishawakafoodpantry.org

redbudareaministries.weebly.com

www.thewindowofgoshen.com

www.areaagencyonaging.org

www.casscoa.org

cch-mc.org

32 michiana senior resource guide Helping Hands of Cass County 130 S. Broadway, Cassopolis, MI 49031 ....................... 269-445-8104
Mishawaka Food Pantry 315 Lincolnway
Mishawaka, IN 46544 .................... 574-220-6213
The Pax Center 605 Washington St., LaPorte, IN 46350 ........................ 219-575-7842 Redbud Area Ministries 708 N.
MI 49107 269-695-5083
The Window 223 S. Main St., Goshen, IN 46526 ............................... 574-533-9680
Clothing Banks Computer/Technology Training Area Agency on Aging Region IV Computer Learning Center 2900 Lakeview Ave., St. Joseph, MI 49085 269-408-4304
Cass County COA 60525 Decatur Rd., Cassopolis, MI 49031 .................... 269-445-8110
Grace Learning Center 1007 W. 8th St., Michigan City, IN 46360 ..................... 219-879-6788
CHECK OUT THE SENIOR LIFE WEBSITE! Current Issues • Past Issues • Puzzles Recipes • Contests • Senior Guides Somethingforeveryone,acrosseveryplatform! www.seniorlifenewspapers.com
helpinghandscassco.org
W.,
Redbud Trail, Buchanan,

A1C

Diabetic Supplies SHOES

Education/Social Activities

michiana senior resource guide 33 Disability Services Aging & Disability Resource Center/INConnect
E. Mishawaka Ave., South Bend, IN
.......... 574-233-8205
Disability Network Southwest Michigan 2900 Lakeview Ave., St. Joseph, MI 49085 .................. 269-985-0111
1416
46615
www.realservices.org
www.dnswm.org
Care Center
75th St., Suite 148, Indianapolis, IN 46250 ....... 317-537-9522
diabetic education, shoes,
wheelchairs, service-in-home, all
accepted.
See our ad on page 6
6330 E.
Diabetic Durable Medical Equipment,
Continuous Glucose Monitors, walkers,
insurances
www.a1ccarecenter.com
Area Agency on Aging Region IV 2900 Lakeview Ave., St. Joseph, MI 49085 .................. 269-983-0177
Buchanan Area Senior Center 810
Buchanan,
............................ 269-695-7119
Cass County COA
Decatur Rd., Cassopolis, MI 49031 .................... 269-445-8110
Forever Learning Institute 54191 Ironwood Rd., South Bend, IN 46635 ................. 574-282-1901 Providing intellectual challenge, spiritual reflection and social interaction since 1974.
www.areaagencyonaging.org
Rynearson,
MI 49107
www.buchananareaseniorcenter.com
60525
www.casscoa.org
www.foreverlearninginstitute.org

Education/Social Activities

Grace Learning Center 1007 W. 8th St., Michigan City, IN 46360 .....................

cch-mc.org/grace-learning-center

Milton Adult Day Services 111 Sunnybrook Ct., South Bend, IN 46637 ..................

Social environment, engaging activities, caregiver respite. www.miltonads.org

St. Joseph PACE

250 E. Day Rd., Mishawaka, IN 46545 ..........................

Unique services & programs to keep seniors safely at home. Call today. www.sjmed.com/pace

St. Joseph/Lincoln Senior Service Center 3271 Lincoln Ave., St. Joseph, MI 49085

www.sjlsc.org

Unity Gardens 3701 Prast Blvd., South Bend, IN 46628 .......................

www.theunitygardens.org

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219-879-6788
574-232-2666
our ad
See
on page 44
574-247-8700
269-429-7768
574-315-4361
michiana senior resource guide 35 Keys to Hope Community Resource Center 1802 Franklin St., Michigan City, IN 46360 219-809-9903
SCSEP (Senior Community Service Employment Program) ELKHART & ST. JOSEPH COUNTIES WorkOne Northern Indiana 430 Waterfall Dr., Elkhart, IN 46516 .......................... 574-295-0105 220 W. Colfax Ave., South Bend, IN 46601 ............... 574-293-9675
WorkOne Northwest Indiana ................................... 877-607-0680 300 Legacy Plaza W., LaPorte, IN 46350 ................. 219-362-2175 302 W. 8th St., Michigan City, IN 46360 .................. 219-809-0575 www.gotoworkonenw.com Area Agency on Aging Region IV Senior Employment Program (Title V Program) 2900 Lakeview Ave, St. Joseph, MI 49085 .............. 269-983-7058
Employment Opportunities We refer trusted local professionals …to our senior community. Our network consists of various service providers offering services in a variety of different areas including: Medical, Financial, Legal, Home & Auto and Personal services to meet your needs. When you need a trusted local professional call today. 1657 Commerce Dr., Suite 7B3 South Bend, IN 46628 seniorresourcenet@gmail.com 877-324-8490 www.seniorresourcenetwork.org Energy Assistance Catholic Community Center 346 Catalpa, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 269-926-6424 ccdok.org/catholic-community-center
cch-mc.org
www.gotoworkone.com/seniors
www.areaagencyonaging.org

Family Christian Development Center 107 E. Marion St., Nappanee, IN 46550 .......................

www.thecenternappanee.org Michigan Department of Health and Human Services www.michigan.gov/mdhhs ..........................................

North Central Community Action Agencies, Inc. 301 E. 8th St., Ste. 109, Michigan City, IN 46360 .........

www.nccomact.org ...................................................

Services, Inc. Elkhart County 500 N. Nappanee St., Suite 4A, Elkhart, IN 46514 ........................................

www.realservices.org 1013 N. Main St. Goshen, IN 46526 ......................................................

www.realservices.org

Services, Inc. St. Joseph County Office 1151 S. Michigan St., South Bend, IN 46601 ................

www.realservices.org

Michigan

185 E. Main St., Ste. 303, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 .............................................

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574-773-2149
855-ASK-MICH
219-872-0351
866-871-1200 REAL
574-875-1875
574-534-2564
574-232-6501
Southwest
269-925-9077
or 800-334-7670 THAW thawfund.org ................................................................. 800-866-8429
Financial Services & Information Accessia Health ............................................................ 800-366-7741 accessiahealth.org Everwise Trust Services 110 S.
Bend, IN
............ 574-245-4735 ext. 6232 Teachers Credit Union is now Everwise. Let us ensure your lasting legacy. everwisecu.com/trust
or
REAL
Community Action Agency
www.smcaa.com..........................................................
Energy Assistance
Main St., South
46601

Catholic Charities of Fort Wayne/South Bend 1817 Miami St., South Bend, IN 46613 .........................

www.ccfwsb.org

Christian Service Center 322 Clay St., Niles, MI 49120 .........................................

Church Community Services 907 Oakland Ave., Elkhart, IN 46516 ............................

www.churchcommunityservices.org/foodpantry

Church Without Walls 731 Wagner Ave., Elkhart, IN 46514 .............................

Clay Church Food Pantry 17646 Cleveland Rd., South Bend, IN 46635 ................

Community Food Pantry of Galena, Hudson, Kankakee & Wills Townships 3444 E. US 20, Rolling Prairie, IN 46371 .......................

www.feedindiana.org

Community Food Pantry of St. Joseph County 702 Chapin St., South Bend, IN 46601 .........................

www.feedindiana.org

Edwardsburg Food Pantry 24832 US 12, Edwardsburg, MI 49112

Harbor Country Emergency Food Pantry 6 S. Elm St., Three Oaks, MI 49128 ..............................

Helping Hands of Cass County 130 S. Broadway, Cassopolis, MI 49031 .......................

Lakeville United Methodist Church 610 N. Michigan St., Lakeville, IN 46536 ......................

lakevilleumc.org

Living Water Food Pantry 7734 Paw Paw Ave., Watervliet, MI 49098 ...................

www.wfmchurch.org

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FOOD
Food
PANTRIES/ASSISTANCE
574-234-3111
269-684-0637
574-295-3673
574-293-0776
574-272-8068
219-778-2910
574-232-9986
269-699-6133
269-756-7472
269-445-8104
574-784-8215
269-463-8280

Marcellus United Methodist Church

197 W. Main St., Marcellus, MI 49067

Middlebury Food Pantry

13307 CR 16, Middlebury, IN 46540 ............................ 574-596-5135 www.middlebury-bridge.org

Mishawaka Food Pantry

315 Lincolnway W., Mishawaka, IN 46544 ....................

www.mishawakafoodpantry.org

The Pax Center

605 Washington St., LaPorte, IN 46350 ........................

thepaxcenter.com

Trinity Episcopal Church Food Pantry

600 Franklin Square, Michigan City, IN 46360 ..............

www.feedindiana.org

Unity Gardens

3701 Prast Blvd., South Bend, IN 46628 .......................

www.theunitygardens.org

Vandalia Church of God 60825 Walnut St., Vandalia, MI 49095 ..........................

The Window

223 S. Main St., Goshen, IN 46526 ............................... 574-533-9680 www.thewindowofgoshen.com

HOME DELIVERED MEALS

Cass County Meals on Wheels 60525 Decatur Rd., Cassopolis, MI 49031 ......................... 269-445-8110 www.casscoa.org

Meals on Wheels LaPorte County

301 E. 8th St., Ste. 110, Michigan City, IN 46360 ............. 219-872-9117 620 Boston St., Ste. 12, LaPorte, IN 46350 .................. 219-369-6483 www.laportecountymealsonwheels.org

Meals on Wheels of Southwest Michigan 1708 Colfax Ave., Benton Harbor, MI 49022 ................ 269-925-0137 www.snsmeals.org...................................................... or 855-925-0137

38 michiana senior resource guide
269-646-5801
574-220-6213
219-575-7842
219-874-4355
574-315-4361
269-476-9674
Food
michiana senior resource guide 39 We Care Every Day, In Every Way.® Accepting Applications for Qualified Caregivers • Meal Preparation • Light Housekeeping • Errands • Bathing Assistance • Dressing Assistance • Assistance with Mobility • Alzheimer’s/ Dementia Care • Friendly Companionship • Up to 24 Hour Care • Respite Care for Families • Medication Reminders Nationally Known Locally Owned (574) 323-6756 www.visitingangels.com/michiana Serving the Michiana Area

Senior Care

ELKHART

ELKHART

ELKHART

East Lake Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

East Lake Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

East Lake Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

ELKHART

1900 Jeanwood Dr.

East Lake Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

1900 Jeanwood Dr.

1900 Jeanwood Dr.

MISHAWAKA

MISHAWAKA

MISHAWAKA

MISHAWAKA

Creekside Village 1420 E. Douglas Rd.

Creekside Village 1420 E. Douglas Rd.

MISHAWAKA

Creekside Village 1420 E. Douglas Rd.

SOUTH BEND

Creekside Village 1420 E. Douglas Rd.

SOUTH BEND

Elkhart Meadows

Elkhart Meadows

East Lake Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

1900 Jeanwood Dr.

Elkhart Meadows

SOUTH BEND

Creekside Village 1420 E. Douglas Rd.

2600 Morehouse Ave.

2600 Morehouse Ave.

1900 Jeanwood Dr.

2600 Morehouse Ave.

Elkhart Meadows

SOUTH BEND

Cardinal Nursing & Rehabilitation 1121 E. LaSalle Ave.

Cardinal Nursing & Rehabilitation 1121 E. LaSalle Ave.

Riverside Village

Riverside Village

2600 Morehouse Ave.

Elkhart Meadows

Cardinal Nursing & Rehabilitation 1121 E. LaSalle Ave.

Riverside Village

1400 W. Franklin

Cardinal Nursing & Rehabilitation 1121 E. LaSalle Ave.

2600 Morehouse Ave.

1400 W. Franklin

Riverside Village

LIGONIER

LIGONIER

LIGONIER

1400 W. Franklin

Avalon Village

LIGONIER

Avalon Village

Avalon Village

200 Kingston Cir.

Riverside Village 1400 W. Franklin LIGONIER

200 Kingston Cir.

Avalon Village

200 Kingston Cir.

Avalon Village

200 Kingston Cir.

Trailpoint Village 1950 Ridgedale Rd.

Cardinal Nursing & Rehabilitation 1121 E. LaSalle Ave.

Trailpoint Village 1950 Ridgedale Rd.

Trailpoint Village 1950 Ridgedale Rd.

Trailpoint

West

Trailpoint Village 1950 Ridgedale Rd.

Rd.

West Bend Nursing & Rehabilitation 4600 W. Washington St.

West Bend Nursing & Rehabilitation 4600 W. Washington St.

Washington St.

W. Washington St.

West Bend Nursing & Rehabilitation 4600 W. Washington St.

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in Senior
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michiana senior resource guide 41 INDEPENDENCE | DIGNITY | STRENGTH Finding answers on services for seniors and adults with disabilities can be challenging. We are here to help!  Care Management  Energy Assistance  Foster Grandparent  Guardianship  Health & Nutrition  Meals-on-Wheels  Medicare Counseling  Long Term Care Resources  Nutrition Sites  Rental Assistance  Transportation  Weatherization One call does it all for you or a loved one who needs answers. (574) 233-8205 Aging & Disability Resource Center Caring for someone with dementia? We can help with that as well! (574) 232-4121 Help Line: (888) 303-0180
42 michiana senior resource guide 206 E. Marion St., South Bend, IN 46601 • 574-233-0165 • www.theMiltonHome.com 475 N. Niles Ave., South Bend, IN 46617 • 574-246-4123 • www.Morningview-ALF.com • Assisted Living Apartments • Memory Care • Secured Building & Courtyard • Private & Medicaid Waiver Accepted • Pets Welcomed ASSISTED & SKILLED CARE • Premiere Skilled Nursing • Long-Term Care • Assisted Living • Rehabilitation & Therapy including PT, OT and Speech • Respite Care Available ASSISTED LIVING RESIDENCES • Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care • Short & Long Term Rehabilitation • Setting the Standards in Skilled Care • Committed to Your Loved Ones Healthcare Needs • Morningside Memory Care @ Briarcliff Now Open. Newly Designed Program & Renovation 5024 Western Ave., South Bend, IN 46619 • 574-318-4600 • www.BriarcliffSouthBend.com
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44 michiana senior resource guide Our staff of professionals includes: Registered Nurses • Certified Nurse Assistants • On-site Social Worker Certified Activity Coordinator • Trained Volunteers Services include: • Social environment • Engaging activities • Dietary services • Caregiver respite Internationally-recognized state-of-the-art facility includes: Cafe • Physician visits • Art studio • Veterans memorial Beauty & barber shop • Wood shop • Raised outdoor gardening area Payments via: VA Contract • Medicaid Waiver • Private Pay Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 574.232.2666 111 Sunnybrook Court • South Bend, IN 46637 www.miltonads.org
michiana senior resource guide 45 “Are you Ready to hear about your Medicare options or review your current plan?” Call me today and let’s make a plan! My goal is to become your agent for life. SERVICE. TRUST. EXPERT COUNSEL. IT’S TIME CALL ME TODAY! I SPECIALIZE IN... • Medicare Advantage • Medigap/Supplements • Part D Drug Plans • Life & Annuities • Dental & Vision • Under 65 Health & Short-Term Health Options • Disability GET THE COVERAGE YOU DESERVE & THE PROTECTION YOU NEED I CARE Young Insurance Agency Medicare and Health Plans Made Simple Carie Young, Ph.D, CSA Licensed Agent, Certified Senior Advisor (574) 370-8555 Mobile Office (574) 822-4865 Fax (800) 564-3484 Toll-Free 509 W. McKinley Ave. Mishawaka, IN 46545 www.carieyounginsurance.com Licensed in IN, MI, FL, OH, IL, TX, KY, TN, CO, AZ, GA, NM, SD & NC Carie Young

Edgewater Place Plain City, Ohio 614-873-9700

Golden Years Fort Wayne 260-749-6725

Great Lakes Holt, Mich. 517-694-3700

Greencroft Goshen 574-537-4000

Greencroft Middlebury 574-825-6785

Hamilton Grove New Carlisle 574-654-2200

Oak Grove DeMotte 219-987-7005

Southfield Village South Bend 574-231-1000

Walnut Hills Walnut Creek, Ohio 330-893-3200

46 michiana senior resource guide Faith-based, community owned campuses for seniors.
Feel free To savor every second www.greencroft.org | 574-537-4000 | 1721 Greencroft Blvd., Goshen, IN 46526

REAL Services, Inc.

Meals on Wheels Serving Elkhart & St. Joseph Counties 121 Garst St., South Bend, IN 46601 ............................ 574-256-1649 www.realservices.org

The Window

223 S. Main St., Goshen, IN 46526 ............................... 574-533-9680 www.thewindowofgoshen.com

MEALS/SOUP KITCHENS

Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen 233 Michigan St., Benton Harbor, MI 49022 ................ 269-925-8204 soupk.org

Faith Mission Soup Kitchen 801 Benham Ave., Elkhart, IN 46516 ............................ 574-293-3406 thefaithmission.org/walk-in-meals

Meals on Wheels of Southwest Michigan Senior Nutrition Sites

Berrien & Cass Counties, MI ......................................... 269-925-0137 www.snsmeals.org/locations-2

REAL Services, Inc. Senior Nutrition Sites

Elkhart, LaPorte and St. Joseph Counties, IN ............... 574-233-8205 www.realservices.org/services/meals-and-nutrition

PERSONAL CHEF SERVICES

Chefs for Seniors

Serving St. Joseph & Elkhart Counties ......................... 574-993-5624

We shop, cook and package nutritious meals chosen by YOU. nicky.foust@chefsforseniors.com

michiana senior resource guide 47
Food
48 michiana senior resource guide
Patient Advocate Foundation ..................................... 800-532-5274 www.patientadvocate.org Real Services, Inc. 574-233-8205 www.realservices.org
County Health Department www.bchdmi.org/278/Health-Department 2149 E. Napier Ave., Benton Harbor, MI 49022 ....... 269-926-7121 1205 Front St., Niles, MI 49120 ................... 269-684-2800, x6510 Cassopolis Family Clinic 261 M-62 North, Cassopolis, MI 49031 269-445-3874 cassfamilyclinic.org Elkhart County Health Department 608 Oakland Ave., Elkhart, IN 46516 ............................ 574-523-2283 health.elkhartcounty.com Heart City Health www.heartcityhealth.org 236 Simpson Ave., Elkhart, IN 46516 .................. 574-293-0052 x2 148 W. Hively Ave., Ste. 1, Elkhart, IN 46517 ........... 574-350-2500 1545 Cassopolis St., Elkhart, IN 46514 ..................... 574-584-2501 HealthLinc Centennial – South Bend 621 Memorial Dr., Ste. 402, South Bend, IN 46601 574-400-4550 Providing family medicine, behavioral health, insurance assis-
and much more. www.healthlincchc.org HealthLinc IUSB Dental – South Bend 1002 South Esther St., South Bend, IN 46615 ............... 574-231-7228 Providing dental, community outreach, and much more.
Geriatric Case Management
Health Support Services CLINICS/HEALTH SCREENINGS Berrien
tance,
www.healthlincchc.org

Health Support Services

HealthLinc IUSB Medical – South Bend 1960 Northside Blvd., South Bend, IN 46615 ................ 574-231-7228

Providing family medicine, behavioral health, insurance assistance, and much more.

www.healthlincchc.org

HealthLinc LaPorte

400 Teegarden St., LaPorte, IN 46350 .......................... 219-326-0043

Providing family medicine, dental, behavioral health, and much more. www.healthlincchc.org

HealthLinc Michigan City 710 Franklin St., Ste. 200, Michigan City, IN 46360 ......

NEW LOCATION COMING SOON! Providing family medicine, dental, and much more.

www.healthlincchc.org

HealthLinc Mishawaka 420 W. 4th St., Mishawaka, IN 46544 ............................ 574-307-7673

Providing family medicine, pharmacy, optical, behavioral health, and much more.

www.healthlincchc.org

HealthLinc Southeast – South Bend 1708 High St., South Bend, IN 46613 574-406-6180

Providing family medicine, behavioral health, insurance assistance, and much more.

www.healthlincchc.org

Herbie Health Clinic 302 Cedar St., Niles, MI 49120 herbieclinic.com

Indiana Health Centers www.indianahealthonline.org 765 S. Michigan St., South Bend, IN 46601 ..............

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219-872-6200
574-235-7990
574-245-4980
574-234-9033
1010 N. Bendix Dr., South Bend, IN 46628 ..............
1901 #B Western Ave., South Bend, IN 46619 .........

Niles Community Health Center

Oak St., Niles, MI 49120 ......................................

cassfamilyclinic.org

St. Joseph County Health Department 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., 8th & 9th Floor South Bend, IN 46601 ...................................................

www.sjcindiana.com

402 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204 www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/2637.htm

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Health Support Services Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services
Division on Deaf,
Hard
Hearing ....................................................... 313-437-7035
Hearing/Speech Impaired
302
IN
219-874-5611
269-262-4749
DeafBlind and
of
www.michigan.gov/mdcr/divisions/doddbhh
LaPorte County Health Department www.laporteco.in.gov
W. 8th St., Ste. 4, Michigan City,
46360
1951
574-235-9750
269-782-0064
Hearing Loss Association of America – Michiana Chapter ..................................................................... (voice/text) 574-361-6663 Opening the world of communication to people with hearing loss by providing information, education, peer support and advocacy in the Michiana area. www.hearinglossmichiana.org InTRAC 7702 Woodland Dr. #130 Indianapolis, IN 46278 .................................................. 877-446-8722 No more garbled or misunderstood conversations. Read what you’re hearing.
See our ad on page 7
Van Buren/Cass District Health Department 302 S. Front St., Dowagiac, MI 49047 ..........................
www.vbcassdhd.org
www.relayindiana.com

Home Care

MEDICAL

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CAREGIVER SUPPORT Alzheimer’s & Dementia Services Of Northern Indiana ....................................................................................... 574-232-4121 www.alzni.org Careforth Serving the Michiana area 866-797-2333 We care for the caregivers. www.careforth.com See our ad on this page Milton Adult Day Services 111 Sunnybrook Ct., South Bend, IN 46637 .................. 574-232-2666 Social environment, engaging activities, caregiver respite. www.miltonads.org See our ad on page 44 Real Services, Inc. ........................................................ 574-233-8205 www.realservices.org
Center for Hospice Care 501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545 .................... 800-HOSPICE Choices to make the most of lifeTM cfhcare.org See our ad on page 53 St. Joseph PACE 250 E. Day Rd., Mishawaka, IN 46545 .......................... 574-247-8700 Unique services & programs to keep seniors safely at home. Call today. www.sjmed.com/pace Suppor ting caregivers. At ever y turn. Careforth supports caregivers that help their Medicaid-eligible loved ones at home by providing an expert care team, emotional support and financial assistance. Caregivers receive: • Dedicated care team • • Indiana’s largest SFC provider • 20+ years experience 866.797. 2333 Carefor th.com Careforth’s Caregiver Homes Network, Inc. is accredited by NCQA Formerly Caregiver Homes

Home Care

best senior care & resources in Northern Indiana & Southwest Michigan. You can trust us with your loved one. www.abc-michiana.com

Area Agency on Aging Region IVSenior Companion Program 2900 Lakeview Ave., St. Joseph, MI 49085 ..................

www.areaagencyonaging.org/senior-companions

County COA 60525 Decatur Rd., Cassopolis, MI 49031 ....................

www.casscoa.org

www.elkhartcoa.org

& housekeeping. jfinnessy@visitingangels.com

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NON-MEDICAL Always
310
574-232-8487
See our ad on the front cover
269-983-7058
Cass
269-445-8110
Council
574-295-1820
Home Instead 3025 Grape Rd., Mishawaka, IN 46545 ......................... 574-256-1479 To us it’s personal!
See our ad on page 43 Real Services, Inc. ........................................................ 574-233-8205 www.realservices.org Seniors Helping Seniors ............................................... 574-385-3900 Home care provided
seniors
seniors. Serving Northern Indiana.
See our ad on page 5 Visiting Angels
574-323-6756 America’s
24/7,
meals
See our ad on page 39
Best Care – Michiana
N. Ironwood Dr., South Bend, IN 46615 ................
The
on Aging of Elkhart County 131 W. Tyler St., Ste.1A, Elkhart, IN 46516
www.HomeInstead.com/343
for
by
www.shsnorthernin.com
3840 Edison Lakes Parkway Mishawaka, IN 46545 ....................................................
choice in home care. Respite,
transportation,

AseraCare Hospice

Serving Northern Indiana

Serving St. Joseph, Marshall, Elkhart, Porter and Lake Counties. Your support team for Hospice care. www.amedisys.com

Caring Cove Hospice

3120 N. Home St., Mishawaka, IN 46545 .....................

Where peace and tranquility meet compassionate care. Contact us today. www.caringcovehospice.com

Center for Hospice Care

501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545 ....................

Choices to make the most of lifeTM cfhcare.org

Green Oaks of Goshen 282 Johnston St., Goshen, IN 46528

Goshen’s newest affordable assisted living! Great low rates, Medicaid accepted. www.greenoaks-goshen.com

michiana senior resource guide 53 Hospice
219-462-6398
574-855-3017
800-HOSPICE
See our ad on this page Housing ASSISTED LIVING
574-501-5342

Hellenic Senior Living - Elkhart 2528 Bypass Rd., Elkhart, IN 46514 ............................... 574-389-1776

Affordable assisted living for the older adult. Medicaid waiver accepted!

asieplinga@hellenicseniorliving.com See our ad on this page

Hellenic Senior Living - Mishawaka

1540 S. Logan St., Mishawaka, IN 46544 ....................... 574-257-8629

Begin your next chapter with Hellenic for affordable assisted living. mishawaka.ahepaseniorliving.org See our ad on this page

Hubbard Hill Living Wisdom Community 28070 CR 24 W., Elkhart, IN 46517 574-295-6260

Non-profit intergenerational, faith-based, locally owned, pet friendly, beautiful campus. hubbardhill.org

1540 S. Logan St. Mishawaka, IN 46544 574-257-8629 www.mishawaka.ahepaseniorliving.org

2528 Bypass Rd. Elkhart, IN 46514 574-389-1776 www.elkhart.ahepaseniorliving.org

Affordable Assisted Living!

136 apartments (Studio & 1BR options)

Amenities include: Theatre, Salon, Billiards and more

Certified Nursing staff 24 hours a day

Meals, Housekeeping and Laundry included

Providing love, compassion and dignity

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Mishawaka
Elkhart
•••• MEDICAID WAIVER ACCEPTED!
•
•
•
•
•
•
TWO GREAT LOCATIONS
Housing

Settlers Place Senior Living

3304 Monroe St., LaPorte, IN 46350 ............................. 219-326-7283

Licensed, secured assisted living, 24 hr. nurses, home-like, all one level, pet friendly, private studio and 1-bedroom. www.settlers.trustwellliving.com

Silver Birch of Mishawaka

3630 Hickory Rd., Mishawaka, IN 46545

Private studio and one bedroom apartments. We accept waiver and Section 8. silverbirchliving.com

St. Paul’s

3602 S. Ironwood, South Bend, IN 46614 ....................

Independent, assisted living, memory care, long term assisted living, faith-based, wellness focused community. www.sjmed.com/st-pauls

on page 3

michiana senior resource guide 55
Housing
574-252-7225
See
ad
our
on this page
574-284-9000
See our ad
The Milton Home — A Life Plan Community 206 E. Marion St., South Bend, IN 46601 ....................... 574-233-0165 When living alone is no longer an option, learn what awaits you at The m SILV :R BIRCH OF MISHAWAKA Call (574) 252-7225 To learn More 3630 Hickory Road (Near Edison) -@ Mishawaka, IN 46545 •� � www.silverbirchliving.com l"ll Private Studio & One-Bedroom Apartments • Full Private Baths • On-Site Beauty/Barber Services Morningview Assisted Living 475 N. Niles Ave., South Bend, IN 46617 ..................... 574-246-4123 Secured
living.
welcomed. Medicaid Waiver & private pay accepted.
See our ad on page 42
assisted
Pets
www.Morningview-ALF.com

INDEPENDENT LIVING

Hubbard Hill Living Wisdom Community

28070 CR 24 W., Elkhart, IN 46517

Non-profit intergenerational, faith-based, locally owned, pet friendly, beautiful campus. hubbardhill.org

faith-based, wellness focused community. www.sjmed.com/st-pauls

Thinking About Senior Living?

As an independent senior living community, The Village at Arborwood provides you with the comforts and luxuries of home without the work or worry! At The Village at Arborwood you will find the lifestyle you deserve and an apartment you can afford. • Spacious One and Two Bedroom Apartments

and Wellness Programs

56 michiana senior resource guide
Housing
574-295-6260
Call today to schedule a tour and see all that we have to offer! 574-247-4680 TRS 711 820 E. Cleveland Rd., Granger, IN 46530 www.villageatarborwood.com
574-284-9000
assisted living,
See our ad on page 3 The Village at Arborwood 820 E. Cleveland Rd., Granger, IN 46530 ..................... 574-247-4680
our
• Social Activities
• A la Carte Services St. Paul’s 3602 S. Ironwood, South Bend, IN 46614 ....................
Independent, assisted living, memory care, long term
Independent Senior Living featuring spacious one and two bedroom apartments. www.villageatarborwood.com See
ad on this page

cch-mc.org

SKILLED NURSING

michiana senior resource guide 57 Housing Senior
Indiana
574-993-4738 A
safer
Transitions of
Serving St. Joseph & Elkhart Counties ..........................
free service that helps seniors find
living options. Email: tammyteeter@seniortransitions1.com
Avalon Village 200 Kingston Cir.,
260-894-7131 ASCCare.com See our ad on page 40
Health
Rehabilitation Center 5024 Western
South Bend,
.................. 574-318-4600 Skilled
secure
See our ad on page 42 Cardinal Nursing and Rehabilitation 1121 E. LaSalle Ave., South Bend, IN 46617 ................. 574-287-6501 ASCCare.com See our ad on page 40 Creekside Village 1420 E. Douglas Rd., Mishawaka, IN 46545 .................. 574-307-7200 ASCCare.com See our ad on page 40 East Lake Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 1900 Jeanwood Dr., Elkhart, IN 46514 .......................... 574-264-1133 ASCCare.com See our ad on page 40 Elkhart Meadows 2600 Morehead Ave., Elkhart, IN 46517 ........................ 574-295-8800 ASCCare.com See our ad on page 40
Hill Living
Community 28070 CR 24 W., Elkhart, IN 46517 .............................. 574-295-6260 Non-profit intergenerational, faith-based, locally owned, pet friendly, beautiful campus. hubbardhill.org SERVICES
219-809-9903
Ligonier, IN 46767 ............................
Briarcliff
&
Ave.,
IN 46619
rehabilitation, long-term care,
dementia & alzheimers services. www.BriarcliffSouthBend.com
Hubbard
Wisdom
Keys to Hope Community Resource Center 1802 Franklin St., Michigan City, IN 46360 ...................

Housing

The Milton Home — A Life Plan Community 206 E. Marion St., South Bend, IN 46601 ....................... 574-233-0165

Skilled rehabilitation, long-term & assisted living under one roof. www.themiltonhome.com See our ad on page 42

Riverside Village 1400 W. Franklin St., Elkhart, IN 46516 ......................... 574-522-2020 ASCCare.com See our ad on page 40

Trailpoint Village 1950 Ridgedale Rd., South Bend, IN 46614 574-291-6722 ASCCare.com

our ad on page 40

West Bend Nursing and Rehabilitation 4600 W. Washington St., South Bend, IN 46619 .......... 574-282-1294 ASCCare.com

SPECIALTY CARE

40

Hubbard Hill Living Wisdom Community 28070 CR 24 W., Elkhart, IN 46517 .............................. 574-295-6260

Non-profit intergenerational, faith-based, locally owned, pet friendly, beautiful campus. hubbardhill.org

Morningside Memory Care @ Briarcliff 5024 Western Ave., South Bend, IN 46619 .................... 574-318-4600

Newly designed Memory Care Community. Programming developed with purpose and compassion! www.BriarcliffSouthBend.com

our ad on page 42

North Woods Village at Edison Lakes 1409 E. Day Rd., Mishawaka, IN 46545 574-247-1866

Award-winning licensed, secure Assisted Living Memory Care for those with Alzheimer’s & Dementia. www.northwoodsmemorycare.com

St. Paul’s 3602 S. Ironwood, South Bend, IN 46614 574-284-9000

Independent, assisted living, memory care, long term assisted living, faith-based, wellness focused community. www.sjmed.com/st-pauls See our ad on page 3

58 michiana senior resource guide
See
See
our ad on page
See

Housing

Greencroft Communities 1721 Greencroft Blvd., Goshen, IN 46526 .................... 574-537-4000

Faith based community owned continuing care campuses for seniors. www.greencroft.org See our ad on page 46

Berrien County Health Department www.bchdmi.org/639/Immunizations

2149 E. Napier Ave., Benton Harbor, MI 49022 ...........

1205 Front St., Niles, MI 49120 ...................

Elkhart County Health Department 608 Oakland Ave., Elkhart, IN 46516 ............................

health.elkhartcounty.com

LaPorte County Health Department laporteco.in.gov 302 W. 8th St., Ste. 4, Michigan

St. Joseph County Health Department 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., 8th & 9th Floor, South Bend, IN 46601 ........................

www.sjcindiana.com

Van Buren/Cass District Health Department

302 S. Front St., Dowagiac, MI 49047 ..........................

www.vbcassdhd.org

FLU SHOTS

Hometown Pharmacy 606 N. Main St., Mishawaka, IN 46545 ......................... 574-255-2988

Compounding, pharmacy delivery, durable medical equipment, flu & shingle shots & more. www.hometownpharmacy.com

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SPECIALTY CARE CONTINUING CARE LIVING COMMUNITIES Immunizations/Vaccines
269-926-7121
269-684-2800,
x6510
574-523-2283
219-874-5611
City, IN 46360 ...........
574-235-9750
269-782-0064
60 michiana senior resource guide Legal & Advocacy Berrien County Prosecuting Attorney 811 Port St., 2nd Floor, St. Joseph, MI 49085 269-983-7111 berriencounty.org/170/Prosecuting-Attorney Cass County Prosecuting Attorney 60296 M-62, Suite 6, Cassopolis, MI 49031.................... 269-445-4460
Elkhart County Prosecuting Attorney 301 S. Main St., Ste. 100, Elkhart, IN 46516 ................. 574-296-1888 www.elkhartcountyprosecutor.com Five Wishes .................................................................. 888-594-7437 www.fivewishes.org Insurance HealthMarkets – Dan Blacketor 411 E. Ireland Rd., Ste. 300 South Bend, IN 46614 574-313-2323 Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplemental Gap, Prescription Drug Plans, Supplemental Insurance. Email: dblacketor@healthmarkets.com See our ad on inside back cover Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP 2.0) ................................... 877-438-4479
Healthy Michigan Plan ................................................ 855-789-5610 www.michigan.gov/healthymiplan Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program www.mmapinc.org ....................................................... 800-803-7174 State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIP) Statewide Service ........................................................... 800-452-4800 Provides free, impartial Health Insurance Information for clients with Medicare. medicare.in.gov See our ad on page 23
www.casscoprosecutor.com
www.in.gov/fssa/hip/index.htm

www.hci-nc.org

Legal Services 227 S. Main St., Ste. 200, South Bend, IN 46601

www.indianalegalservices.org

LaPorte County Prosecuting Attorney 809 State St., 5th Floor, LaPorte, IN 46350

www.laporteco.in.gov

901 Port St., St. Joseph, MI 49085

www.lawestmi.org/location/st-joseph/

michiana senior resource guide 61 Legal & Advocacy Honoring Choices Indiana-North Central .................. 574-243-2058
......... 574-234-8121
or 800-288-8121
Indiana
...................................
219-326-6808
Legal Aid of
269-983-6363
KAHLYN ASHCRAFT Medicaid Guardianship Long Term Care Estate Planning Special Needs Planning Helping Families with Care Choices KAHLYN ASHCRAFT Medicaid Guardianship Long Term Care Estate Planning Special Needs Planning Helping Families with Care Choices KAHLYN ASHCRAFT Medicaid Guardianship Long Term Care Estate Planning Special Needs Planning Helping Families with Care Choices KAHLYN ASHCRAFT Medicaid Guardianship Long Term Care Estate Planning Special Needs Planning Helping Families with Care Choices KAHLYN ASHCRAFT Medicaid Guardianship Long Term Care Estate Planning Special Needs Planning Helping Families with Care Choices KAHLYN ASHCRAFT Medicaid Guardianship Long Term Care Estate Planning Special Needs Planning Helping Families with Care Choices KAHLYN ASHCRAFT Medicaid Guardianship Long Term Estate Special Helping Care 574.232.3538 thklaw.com KAHLYN ASHCRAFT Medicaid Guardianship Long Term Care Estate Planning Special Needs Planning 212 E. LaSalle Ave., Suite 100 South Bend, IN 46617 Helping Families with Care Choices KAHLYN ASHCRAFT Medicaid Guardianship Long Term Care Estate Planning Special Needs Helping Families Care Choices
..................
Western Michigan

Legal & Advocacy

Rice & Rice Attorneys

1237 E. University Dr., Granger, IN 46530 ....................

Since 1972. Elder law, Medicaid Planning and Spend-Down Protection.

www.riceandrice.com See our ad on the back cover

St. Joseph County Prosecuting Attorney

227 W. Jefferson Blvd., 10th Floor

South Bend, IN 46601 ...................................................

www.stjoepros.org/2227/Prosecuting-Attorney

ELDER LAW

Rice & Rice Attorneys

1237 E. University Dr., Granger, IN 46530 .................... 574-703-3322

Since 1972. Elder law, Medicaid Planning and Spend-Down Protection.

www.riceandrice.com See our ad on the back cover

THK Law, LLP

212 E. LaSalle Ave., Ste. 100 South Bend, IN 46617 .................................................... 574-232-3538 Medicaid planning, special needs, Estate planning, Guardianships & Estate Administration.

www.THKLaw.com

www.in.gov/bmv ELKHART COUNTY

Elkhart License Branch 3237 Northview Dr., Elkhart, IN 46514

Goshen License Branch 740 W. Lincoln Ave., Goshen, IN 46526 LAPORTE COUNTY

LaPorte License Branch 1301 Pine Lake Rd., LaPorte, IN 46350

Michigan City License Branch 1724 E. US 20, Michigan City, IN 46360

62 michiana senior resource guide License Renewals INDIANA
888-692-6841
....................................................................
574-703-3322
574-235-9544
See our ad on page 61

ST. JOSEPH COUNTY

Mishawaka License Branch 2544 Miracle Ln., Mishawaka, IN 46545

South Bend License Branch 1139 E. Ireland Rd., South Bend, IN 46601

MICHIGAN ................................................................ 888-767-6424

www.michigan.gov/sos BERRIEN COUNTY

Northwest Berrien County Plus Secretary of State Branch 1960 Mall Dr., Benton Harbor, MI 49022

Southeast Berrien County Plus Secretary of State Branch 110 E. Main St., Niles, MI 49120

CASS COUNTY

Dowagiac Secretary of State Branch 601 N. Front St., Dowagiac, MI 49047

Leer Dr., Elkhart, IN 46514 ....................................

14500 SR 23, Ste. 6, Granger, IN 46530 ........................

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License Renewals
Goshen Home Medical 1501
Main
............................. 574-533-0626 Power chairs and scooters, hospital beds, diabetic footwear, respiratory equipment and much more. www.GoshenHomeMedical.com See our ad on page 29 Serenity Home Medical
574-327-2357 Oxygen, CPAP/BiPAP, Lift chairs, scooters, hospital beds and more.
owned
operated.
Serenity Home Medical
574-327-2357 Oxygen,
beds
more.
Medical Equipment & Supplies
S.
St., Goshen, IN 46526
1710
Locally
and
www.serenityhme.com
CPAP/BiPAP, Lift chairs, scooters, hospital
and
Locally owned and operated. www.serenityhme.com
64 michiana senior resource guide Medical Equipment & Supplies Service League
Michigan City, IN, Inc. 301
Garfield St., Michigan City, IN 46360 ................. 219-872-1144 Items
residents
3
free.
Wheelchair
28423 Old U.S. 33 W., Elkhart, IN 46516 ...................... 574-295-2230 Improving quality of life and health with: power chairs, scooters, lift chairs, beds, incontinence, etc. M-F 12-5pm
joelidy@wheelchairhelp.org Medicare/Medicaid Aging & Disability Resource Center (SHIP) Counseling 1416 E. Mishawaka Ave., South Bend, IN 46615 ........... 574-233-8205
Center for Hospice Care 501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545 .................... 800-HOSPICE Choices to make the most of lifeTM cfhcare.org See our ad on page 53 Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services ....................................................... 800-633-4227 www.cms.gov
of
E.
loaned to LaPorte County
for
months, most
Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday. www.serviceleaguemc.com
Help.org Inc.
www.wheelchairhelp.org •
www.realservices.org

Council on Aging of Elkhart County 131 W. Tyler St., Ste.1A, Elkhart, IN 46516 ..................

www.elkhartcoa.org

HealthMarkets – Dan Blacketor

411 E. Ireland Rd., Ste. 300, South Bend, IN 46614 .....

Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplemental Gap, Prescription Drug Plans, Supplemental Insurance. Email: dblacketor@healthmarkets.com See

Medicaid (Indiana) .......................................................

www.in.gov/medicaid Medicaid (Michigan) ....................................................

www.michigan.gov/medicaid

www.medicare.gov

www.medicarerights.org

www.mmapinc.org

& Rice Attorneys 1237 E. University Dr., Granger, IN 46530 ....................

Since 1972. Elder law, Medicaid Planning and Spend-Down Protection. www.riceandrice.com

Insurance Agency 509 W. McKinley Ave., Mishawaka, IN 46545 ...............

back

Medicare, Medicaid, Social Screening, Part B, Health, Seniors Supplement, Advantage, Benefits & Extra Help carie@carieyounginsurance.com

michiana senior resource guide 65 Medicare/Medicaid
574-295-1820
574-313-2323
ad
inside front cover
800-457-4584
888-367-6557
800-MEDICARE
Medicare
Center
800-333-4114
Assistance Program ... 800-803-7174
574-703-3322
our ad
574-370-8555 or 800-564-3484
our
on
Medicare
Rights
..............................................
Michigan Medicare/Medicaid
Rice
See
on the
cover Young
See our ad on page 45

Medicine Disposal Program

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Newspapers Medication Disposal Program All TRIAD offices and most local police stations. See pages 13-18 for city police and county sheriff’s offices. Senior Life Newspapers PO Box 188, Milford, IN 46542 ..................................... 574-230-3366 Elkhart/Kosciusko Counties, “Living Life After 50” www.seniorlifenewspapers.com See our ad on page 81 Senior Life Newspapers PO Box 188, Milford, IN 46542 ..................................... 574-298-8806 St. Joseph & Surrounding Counties, “Living Life After 50” www.seniorlifenewspapers.com See our ad on page 81 Physical Therapy/Rehabilitation Pharmacy Delivery Hometown Pharmacy 606 N. Main St., Mishawaka, IN 46545 ......................... 574-255-2988 Compounding, pharmacy delivery, durable medical equipment, flu & shingle shots & more. www.hometownpharmacy.com Healthwin 20531 Darden Rd., South Bend, IN 46637 .................... 574-272-0100 Transition hospital to home or outpatient. Physical, occupational and speech therapy. www.healthwin.org McDonald Physical Therapy 1005 N. Hickory Rd., South Bend, IN 46615 .................. 574-233-5754 Dedicated to treating you like family. www.mcdonaldpt.com
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Therapy/Rehabilitation Rehabilitation Hospital of Northern Indiana 4807 Edison Lakes Parkway, Mishawaka, IN 46545 ....... 574-243-7727 Inpatient rehabilitation facility specializing in services for patients with functional deficits resulting from an injury/illness. See our ad on this page South Bend Orthopaedics 53880 Carmichael Dr., South Bend, IN 46635 .............. 574-247-9441 60160 Bodnar Blvd., Mishawaka, IN 46544 .................. 574-247-9441 5230 Beck Dr., Suite 6/7, Elkhart, IN 46516 ................. 574-247-9441 South Bend Orthopaedics offers comprehensive rehabilitation services at three convenient locations. www.sbortho.com RHNI.ERNESTHEALTH.COM 574.243.7727 4807 Edison Lakes Parkway • Mishawaka, IN 46545 Physicians/Geriatricians South Bend Orthopaedics 53880 Carmichael Dr., South Bend, IN 46635 .............. 574-247-9441 Since 1947, South Bend Orthopaedics has focused on providing the best orthopedic care, while servicing Elkhart, South Bend, Plymouth, Mishawaka and LaPorte. www.sbortho.com
Physical
68 michiana senior resource guide Prescription Assistance Christian Service Center of Niles 322 Clay St., Niles, MI 49120 ......................................... 269-684-0637 Hoosier RX ................................................................... 866-267-4679 www.in.gov/medicaid/members/194.htm MiRx 866-755-6479
.................................................................. 800-503-6897
PAN Foundation .......................................................... 866-316-7263
Patient Assistance.com
RxHope
Respite Care Cass County COA 60525 Decatur Rd., Cassopolis, MI 49031 ..................... 269-445-8110 www.casscoa.org Center for Hospice Care 501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545 .................... 800-HOSPICE Choices to make the most of lifeTM cfhcare.org See our ad on page 53 Milton Adult Day Services 111 Sunnybrook Ct., South Bend, IN 46637 ................. 574-232-2666 Social environment, engaging activities, caregiver respite. www.miltonads.org See our ad on page 44 Riverview Adult Day Health Center 2715 East Jackson Blvd., Elkhart, IN 46516 .................. 574-293-6886 A social & medical model, offering active fun-filled days & caregiver respite. www.radhc.org
www.mihealth.org/mirx NeedyMeds
www.needymeds.org
www.panfoundation.org
www.patientassistance.com RxAssist www.rxassist.org
www.rxhope.com

Senior/Community Centers

Activity Center for Older Adults 901 Lincolnway, LaPorte, IN 46350

Battell Community Center 904 N. Main St., Mishawaka, IN 46545 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parks/facility/battell-center .....

Benton Harbor/Benton Township Senior Center 225 Colfax Ave., Benton Harbor, MI 49022 .................. 269-927-2497

Buchanan Area Senior Center 810 Rynearson, Buchanan, MI 49107 .............................

www.thebasc.org

Cass County COA www.casscoa.org Front Street Crossing 227 S. Front St., Dowagiac, MI 49047 ....................

The Lowe Center 60525 Decatur Rd., Cassopolis, MI 49031 ..............

Central County Senior Center 4083 E. Shawnee, Berrien Springs, MI 49103 ...............

centralcountyseniorcenter.org

Elder Haus Senior Center 451 N. Main St., Nappanee, IN 46550 .......................... 574-773-2424 www.nappanee.in.gov

Greater Niles Senior Center 1109 Bell Rd., Niles, MI 49120 ...................................... 269-683-9380 www.nilesseniorcenter.org

Greencroft Community Center 1820 Greencroft Blvd., Goshen, IN 46526 .................... 574-537-4090 www.greencroft.org

Michigan City Senior Center 2 on the Lake, Michigan City, IN 46360 ........................ 219-873-1504 www.emichigancity.com/158/senior-center

North Berrien Senior Center 6648 Ryno Rd., Coloma, MI 49038 ............................... 269-468-3366 www.northberrienseniorcenter.org

michiana senior resource guide 69
219-326-5354
574-258-1664
269-695-7119
269-228-5511
269-445-8110
269-471-2017
70 michiana senior resource guide Senior/Community
River Valley Senior Center 13321 Red Arrow Hwy., Harbert, MI 49115 269-469-4556 rvseniorcenter.org St. Joseph/Lincoln Senior Service Center 3271 Lincoln Ave., St. Joseph, MI 49085 ...................... 269-429-7768 www.sjlsc.org St. Joseph PACE 250 E. Day Rd., Mishawaka, IN 46545 .......................... 574-247-8700 Unique services & programs to keep seniors safely at home. Call today. www.sjmed.com/pace Shelters Center for the Homeless 813 S. Michigan St., South Bend, IN 46601 .................. 574-282-8700 www.cfh.net Faith Mission 801 Benham Ave., Elkhart, IN 46516 ............................ 574-293-3406 thefaithmission.org Hope Ministries 432 S. Lafayette Blvd., South Bend, IN 46601 574-235-4150 www.hopesb.org Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency 185 E. Main St., Ste. 303, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 ............................................. 269-605-4526 www.smcaa.com Stepping Stone Shelter for Women, Inc. Michigan City, IN ........................................................... 219-879-4615 steppingstoneshelter.org YWCA Women’s Shelter .............................................. 574-233-9491 www.ywcancin.org
Centers

arcenters.com

of Berrien County 4162 Red Arrow Hwy., Stevensville, MI 49127 .............

berriencountyalanon.org

Alcoholics Anonymous Indiana Area 22 serving Northern Indiana www.area22indiana.org

& Dementia Services of Northern Indiana Virtual and On-Site 111 Sunnybrook Ct., South Bend, IN 46637 ..................

Alzni.org .........................................................................

alz.org

www.bccancerservice.org

www.casscoa.org

michiana senior resource guide 71 Support
Addictions Recovery Centers
locations
574-533-6154
Alanon
269-428-3310
219-879-8808
574-232-4121
888-303-0180 Alzheimer’s Support Groups multiple locations 800-272-3900
Berrien County Cancer Service multiple locations ............................. 269-429-3281 or 269-465-5257
Cass
.................... 269-445-8110
Center for Hospice Care 501 Comfort
Mishawaka,
..................... 800-HOSPICE Choices
lifeTM
See our ad on page 53 Center for Problem Resolution Elkhart and Goshen, IN ................................................. 574-294-7447
...................... or 574-533-0664 Emotions Anonymous emotionsanonymous.org ................................................ 651-647-9712
Groups
multiple
..........................................................
Alcoholics Anonymous Indiana Area 22, District 21 serving Michigan City, IN ..............................................
Alzheimer’s
County COA 60525 Decatur Rd., Cassopolis, MI 49031
Place,
IN 46545
to make the most of
cfhcare.org
www.centerforproblemresolution.org

cch-mc.org

www.griefshare.org

www.hearinglossmichiana.org

www.michianaalanon.org

www.riverbendcancerservices.org

72 michiana senior resource guide Grace Learning Center
..................... 219-879-6788
GriefShare multiple locations .......................................................... 800-395-5755
Hearing Loss Association of America-Michiana Chapter
...................... (voice/text) 574-361-6663
St.
IN ............................ 574-400-5112
Michiana Sober Elkhart
Bend, IN
574-295-8188
or 574-234-7007 Narcotics Anonymous Indiana Region www.naindiana.org Michiana Area/North Central Area ......................... 888-467-3527 South Shore Area .................................................... 219-793-6262 Michigan Region ....................................................... 800-230-4085
RiverBend Cancer Services
Jefferson Blvd.,
Bend,
............ 574-287-4197
Swanson Center
219-879-4621
W.,
219-362-2145
.............. after hour crisis line 855-325-6934 Vision Loss Support Groups Multiple locations ............................................................ 877-241-8144 Older Independent Blind Program support groups for those who are living with Vision Loss.
Support
1007 W. 8th St., Michigan City, IN 46360
Michiana Al-Anon
Joseph and LaPorte Counties,
and South
...........................................
www.michianasober.com ...........................................
michigan-na.org/southwest-michigan-area/
3516 E.
South
IN 46615
7224 W 400 N, Michigan City, IN 46360
1230 SR 2
LaPorte, IN 46350
www.swansoncenter.org
www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs
Groups

Area Wide Transport

12636 N. US 31, Schoolcraft, MI 49087 ........................

areawidetransport.com

Cass County COA

60525 Decatur Rd., Cassopolis, MI 49031 ....................

www.casscoa.org

Council on Aging of Elkhart County 131 W. Tyler St., Ste.1A, Elkhart, IN 46516 ..................

www.elkhartcoa.org See our ad on page 27

Elder Haus

451 N. Main St., Nappanee, IN 46550 ..........................

www.nappanee.in.gov

Elkhart-Goshen Interurban Trolley Access Paratransit Service 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., South Bend, IN 46601 ............

www.interurbantrolley.com

LCP Transportation 4310 Guion Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46254 .......................

www.lcptransportation.com

Michigan City ADA Paratransit / Dial-A-Ride 1801 Kentucky St., Michigan City, IN 46360 ................. 219-873-1502 www.emichigancity.com/339/Transit

Paladin Transportation Services f/k/a LaPorte County Council on Aging 4315 E. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City, IN 46360

www.paladin.care/non-emergency-transportation-services

Pride Care

Berrien & Cass Counties, MI ..........................................

pridecare.com

REAL Services, Inc. St. Joseph CountyTransportation Program ................................................

www.realservices.org

michiana senior resource guide 73 Transportation
269-679-6999
269-445-8110
574-295-1820
574-773-2424
574-674-8894
800-508-7230
219-326-7889
269-468-4111
574-284-7174

Recovery www.cancer.org .............................................................

Sanders Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Watervliet, MI 49098 ......................................................

South Bend Transpo Access Paratransit Service 1401 S. Lafayette Blvd., South Bend, IN 46613 .............

sbtranspo.com/rider-info/access

Southwestern Michigan Community Ambulance 2100 Chicago Rd., Niles, MI 49120 ................................

www.smcas.org

Verida Trip Reservation Line .......................................

For non-emergency transportation for traditional Medicaid members. verida.com/Indiana-members

Visiting Angels 3840 Edison Lakes Parkway Mishawaka, IN 46545

Transportation for errands, outings, doctor appointments. No wheel chair vans.

jfinnessy@visitingangels.com

WheelChair Express 635 E. Napier, Benton Harbor, MI 49023 .....................

medic1ambulance.org

74 michiana senior resource guide Transportation Road to
800-227-2345
269-487-6918
574-234-1188
269-684-2170
855-325-7586
574-323-6756
See our ad on page 39
269-925-2144
michiana senior resource guide 75 Utilities GAS & ELECTRIC IGS Energy ................................................................... 888-995-0992 Indiana Michigan Power .............................................. 800-311-4634 Kankakee Valley REMC ............................................... 800-552-2622 Michigan Gas Utilities .................................................. 800-401-6402 Midwest Energy & Communications .......................... 800-492-5989 NIPSCO 800-262-6477 Semco Energy Gas Company ...................................... 800-624-2019 HOME TELEPHONE/CABLE/INTERNET Acme Communications ................................................ 219-809-0066 AT&T ............................................................................. 844-383-4389 Brightspeed 844-552-1398 Century Link ................................................................. 888-723-8010 Comcast xfinity ............................................................ 800-934-6489 DirecTV ......................................................................... 800-617-6107 Dish TV ......................................................................... 888-661-8432 Earthlink ........................................................................ 844-592-4610 Fourway.net ................................................................. 800-733-0062 Frontier Communications ............................................ 800-921-8101 HughesNet ................................................................... 844-737-2700 King Street Wireless .................................................... 800-696-8543 Ligtel Communications ................................................ 260-894-7161
Planning Everwise Trust Services 110 S. Main St., South Bend, IN 46601 ............ 574-245-4735 ext. 6232 Teachers Credit Union is now Everwise. Let us ensure your lasting legacy. everwisecu.com/trust Rice & Rice Attorneys 1237 E. University Dr., Granger, IN 46530 .................... 574-703-3322 Since 1972. Elder law, Medicaid Planning and Spend-Down Protection. www.riceandrice.com See our ad on the back cover
Trust & Estate

www.va.gov

County Veterans Services 701 Main St., St. Joseph, MI 49085 .................

berriencounty.org/874/Veterans-Services Brightpoint SSVF 227 E. Washington Blvd. Fort Wayne, IN 46853 .........................................

mybrightpoint.org ELKHART COUNTY 1900 Berry St., Elkhart, IN 46514

COUNTY 301 E. 8th St., Ste. 107, Michigan City, IN 46360

COUNTY 224 W. Jefferson Blvd., Ste. 101, South Bend, IN 46617

76 michiana senior resource guide Veteran
Benton
VA Clinic 1275
Dr., Benton Harbor,
49022 ...................... 269-934-9123
269-983-7111,
260-423-3546, x332
ST.
Cass County Veterans Affairs Department 120
Broadway St.,
Cassopolis, MI 49031 ........... 269-445-4472
Utilities Mediacom ..................................................................... 855-633-4226 Mercury Wireless ......................................................... 800-354-4915 Midwest Energy & Communications 800-492-5989 Midwest Telecom ........................................................ 877-742-5682 NPTech .......................................................................... 574-831-2176 Sister Lakes Cable ....................................................... 269-424-5737 Surf Broadband Solutions ........................................... 888-274-6381 Viasat ............................................................................. 855-962-1116 Vonage 732-944-0000 Watch Communications ............................................... 800-589-3837
Services
Harbor
Mall
MI
Berrien
x8224
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JOSEPH
N.
#112,
www.casscountymi.org/1262/Veterans-Affairs

Veteran Services

Center for the Homeless Veteran’s Center

747 S. Michigan St., South Bend, IN 46601 ..................

www.cfh.net

Council on Aging of Elkhart County

131 W. Tyler St., Ste.1A, Elkhart, IN 46516 ..................

www.elkhartcoa.org

Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency .............................

www.michiganveterans.com

Real Services, Inc.

1151 S. Michigan St., South Bend, IN 46601 .................

www.realservices.org

South Bend Vet Center 4727 Miami St., South Bend, IN 46614 ..........................

va.gov .......................................................................... or

VA Northern Indiana Health Care System www.northernindiana.va.gov

2121 Lake Ave., Fort Wayne, IN 46805 ......................

1540 Trinity Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545

Veterans Services of Elkhart County 117 N. 2nd St., Goshen, IN 46526 .................................. 574-523-2342 www.in.gov/dva/elkhart.htm

Veterans Services of LaPorte County 555 Michigan Ave., Ste. 105 LaPorte, IN 46350 .......................................................... 219-326-6808 www.in.gov/dva/laporte.htm

Veterans Services of St Joseph County 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., 3rd Floor South Bend, IN 46601 .................................................... 574-235-9978 www.in.gov/dva/stjoseph.htm

michiana senior resource guide 77
574-968-5349
574-295-1820
800-MICH-VET
574-233-8205
574-231-8480
877-927-8387
260-426-5431
574-272-9000 Veterans Crisis Line ........................................................................................... 988 (Press 1)
78 michiana senior resource guide IMPAIRED ASSISTANCE Bureau of Services for Blind PersonsIndependent Living Program ................................... 800-292-4200 www.michigan.gov Hoosier Care Connect ................................................. 877-647-4848 www.mhsindiana.com Older Independent Blind Program (OIB) ................... 877-241-8144 www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/4902.htm Vision Veteran Services Volunteers of America - Ohio & Indiana 4181 E. 96th St., Indianapolis, IN 46240 ......................... 844-980-1862 www.voaohin.org WorkOne Northern Indiana 430 Waterfall Dr., Elkhart, IN 46516 .............................. 574-295-0105 www.gotoworkone.com/veterans

www.americorps.gov

Area Agency on Aging Region IV 2900 Lakeview Ave. St. Joseph, MI 49085 ....................................................

www.areaagencyonaging.org

Cass County COA 60525 Decatur Rd., Cassopolis, MI 49031

www.casscoa.org

Center for Hospice Care 501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545 ....................

Choices to make the most of lifeTM cfhcare.org

Council on Aging of Elkhart County 131 W. Tyler St., Ste.1A, Elkhart, IN 46516 ..................

www.elkhartcoa.org

Foster Grandparent Program .....................................

www.realservices.org Greencroft Goshen Volunteers 1225 Greencroft Dr., Goshen, IN 46527 .......................

Many volunteer opportunities available. www.greencroft.org

michiana senior resource guide 79 Volunteer Opportunities/Services
317-226-6724
800-942-2677
AmeriCorps Seniors .........................
or
800-654-2810
269-445-8110
800-HOSPICE
See our ad on page 53
574-295-1820
574-284-2060
574-537-4198

Volunteer Opportunities/Services

Kalamazoo/Southwest Michigan SCORE 80 W. Main St., Benton Harbor, MI 49022

swmi.score.org

Central Indiana SCORE northcentralindiana.score.org

Office, clerical, drivers, guardianship, household

grocery shopping, Foster Grandparent program. www.givesomethingREAL.org

RSVP (through Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend) serves St Joseph and Elkhart Counties 1817 Miami St., South Bend, IN 46613 .........................

www.ccfwsb.org

RSVP (through United Way of Porter County) serves LaPorte County 951 Eastport Center Dr., Valparaiso, IN 46383 219-464-3583, x127 www.nwivolunteer.org/programs/united-way-RSVP/ VolunteerMatch www.volunteermatch.org

80 michiana senior resource guide
.................... 269-888-6667
North
418 S. Main St., Elkhart, IN 46516 ............................ 574-310-8097 232 S. Main St., Goshen, IN 46526 574-533-2102 2043 South Bend Ave., #104, South Bend, IN 46637 574-310-8097 611 Lombardy Dr., South Bend, IN 46619 ................ 574-310-8097 REAL Services 1151
574-233-8205
Foster Grandparent program ......................................... 574-284-2060 See our ad on page 41
S. Michigan St., South Bend, IN 46601
maintenance,
574-234-3111
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