Nursing Facility Transitions
We believe people faced with decisions about long-term care should know their options. Through our Community Choice program Disability Network of Mid-Michigan provides individuals, regardless of their ability, an opportunity to choose community-based living as a viable alternative to nursing facility residency. The program is open to anyone who resides in a nursing facility, receives Medicaid and requests to return to their own home or to a more independent living environment. Each situation is based on individual needs and preferences. |
THE PROCESS
Getting Started
Anyone can make a referral - the individual, family member, friend or agency representative - by simply calling our office (989-835-4041). Once this referral is received, a meeting will be arranged to begin identifying where the person would like to live and the necessary resources needed for the transition to take place.
Plan Development
During this person-centered process, the individual is regularly and actively involved in each stage, and he or she can terminate the process at any time. The transition process can take several months to complete before a person can move back into the community. This is important to ensure a safe and successful return.
Housing and Home Assessment
We assist consumers in finding affordable housing, determining the accessibility of existing housing, and identifying any helpful modification options available if barriers are found during a home assessment.
Support Services
We
provide assistance in locating the necessary supports and services to
help you remain in an independent living setting as long as possible.
The following services are provided as funding is available:
Adaptive Equipment
Advocacy Support Clothing Assistance Deposits for Rent & Utilities Environmental & Home Modification Durable Medical Equipment Durable Medical Loans Emergency Caller Units Food Assistance & Resources Grab Bars | Housing Clean-Up
Housing Resource Assistance Lift Chairs Information on Community Living Options Prescriptions & Co-Pays Ramps Social & Recreational Opportunities Support Groups & Seminars Telephone Services |
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