2011-Monroe County: The Blueprint for Aging Services for Monroe County
The Michigan Commission on Services to the Aging approved recognition to Monroe County for the Elder-Friendly Community Assessment completed by The Blueprint for Aging Services for Monroe County. Some of the strengths the Community for a Lifetime review panel noted included the following:
A comprehensive county-wide resource directory: The Senior Source.
Supportive housing activity, including modular ramps and a Housing Trust Fund.
A senior millage supports senior centers, in-home care and transportation.
A strong county resolution to support The Blueprint for Aging Services.
Commitment to a sustained effort on original and developing action plan steps.
For more information, contact Jeff McBee, Monroe County Commission on Aging at 734-240-7358 or via e-mail, jeff_mcbee@monroemi.org.