Business Details
47 Years
experience
Senior Services in Otsego County Commission on Aging County Commission on Aging County, MI
Founded in 1979, the Otsego County Commission on Aging County Commission on Aging (OCCOA) has dedicated over four decades to promoting the independence and well-being of older adults in Otsego County Commission on Aging County Commission on Aging County, Michigan. Our agency evolved from a volunteer-driven initiative in the 1970s to a dynamic public organization offering comprehensive services, including adult day care, advocacy, health resources, and home-based support. With a team of trained professionals and community partnerships, we provide critical programs like the Otsego County Commission on Aging County Commission on Aging Haus Adult Day Service Program, SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program), and Kinship Care, addressing diverse needs from medical assistance to social engagement.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in client testimonials highlighting personalized care, reliable service delivery, and a deep understanding of senior challenges. As a trusted local leader, we combine government accountability with compassionate, client-centric approaches to empower older adults and their caregivers through every stage of life.
Services
Adult Day Care
Advocacy Services
Housing Assistance
Kinship Care
SHIP Counseling
Social Security Help
Food Programs
Foot Care Clinics
Medical Equipment Loan
Transportation
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of experience serving Otsego County Commission on Aging County Commission on Aging County seniors since 1979
- Our staff provides specialized dementia care at Otsego County Commission on Aging County Commission on Aging Haus
- We maintain 1-to-3 staff-to-client ratios for personalized attention
- Our advocates assist with complex senior benefit programs
- We operate Michigan's only Kinship Care Program for grandparent caregivers
What people say
Excellent job
Fantastic instructors
Improved my health
Godsend service
Enhanced my life
Services
Adult Day Service Program
Otsego County Commission on Aging County Commission on Aging Haus provides supervised daytime care for seniors needing personal assistance or social engagement. Our licensed staff offers dementia care, medication management, and recreational therapy. Clients enjoy nutritious meals, exercise programs, and field trips while caregivers receive essential respite.
Advocacy Services
Our advocates assist with healthcare decisions, legal documents, and benefit applications. We help clients navigate Social Security, Medicaid, and long-term care options while maintaining strict confidentiality and compassion.
Kinship Care Program
This program provides financial assistance up to $300 twice yearly for older caregivers raising relatives' children. Services include school supplies, tutoring, and recreational activity funding to support intergenerational families.
SHIP Counseling
State-certified counselors offer free Medicare and Medicaid guidance. We help clients compare prescription plans, understand coverage options, and complete enrollment during annual open periods.
Foot Care Clinics
Licensed nurses provide toenail trimming, foot health assessments, and ingrown nail care. Appointments last 45 minutes with cash payments of $25 per session, available weekly at our Gaylord facility.
People
Evie Riozzi
Otsego Haus Coordinator
Licensed Practical Nurse overseeing daily operations at Otsego County Commission on Aging County Commission on Aging Haus, ensuring quality dementia care and personalized attention for senior clients.
Jacob Rossow
Advocacy Department Coordinator
Manages advocacy services including legal document assistance and senior benefit program navigation with over 15 years of local service experience.
Shannon Gapinski
Customer Service Coordinator
Oversees medical loan closet operations and coordinates community resource distribution for residents in need of durable medical equipment.
Questions
What senior services are available in Otsego County Commission on Aging County Commission on Aging County?
We offer adult day care, advocacy, transportation, meal programs, medical equipment loans, and health insurance counseling for residents aged 55+.
How can I get help with Medicare enrollment?
Our SHIP counselors provide free, unbiased Medicare guidance including plan comparisons, enrollment assistance, and prescription coverage analysis.
Does OCCOA offer caregiver support programs?
Yes! Otsego County Commission on Aging County Commission on Aging Haus provides respite care with 1-to-3 staff ratios, allowing caregivers to take necessary breaks while ensuring loved ones receive quality care.
Are there financial assistance options for seniors?
We administer the Kinship Care Program offering $300 biannual grants for caregivers and help with Social Security, Medicaid, and benefit applications.
How do I schedule senior health services?
Call (989) 732-1122 to schedule foot care clinics, medical equipment loans, or advocacy appointments during our business hours Monday-Friday.
Reviews (1)
Justin M. Turner-Eggeson
Sep 20, 2018
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I was disappointed in how difficult it was to reach out them when my elderly veteran friend was in dire need of help. I was very frustrated that it took four days of walk-ins and countless phone calls before I actually spoke to anybody to let them know my friend(their client) was deathly ill and in serious need of help. They ran me around in phone call circles before I finally found somebody that did come to my home to check up on my friend. Unfortunately it was all in vain and too late because by the time any action came to my friend he was hospitalized and passed away. I can't blame anyone person
