The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies. There are five affiliates in the AAANM region. Serving Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Benzie and Kalkaska counties is Northwest Michigan Chapter. Serving Antrim, Charlevoix and Emmet Counties is Northern Lower Michigan Chapter. To locate a chapter in the other three counties click on American Red Cross and put your zipcode in the box on the home page.

Antrim County Commission on Aging Provides services to help older adults live independently longer and also provides services for family members caring for an older adult in Antrim County.

Bay Bluffs, Emmet County Medical Care Facility Nestled on the bluff overlooking Little Traverse Bay and the historic town of Harbor Springs, Bay Bluffs – Emmet County Medical Care Facility is a place close to home where people of all ages come together in a caring environment. We provide many services from short-term rehabilitation to long-term resident care. In the heart of one of the Midwest’s most beautiful resort areas, this 120-bed long-term care facility has provided a home-like environment with a caring, courteous and cheerful staff since it was established in 1966.

Benzie County Council on Aging Provides services to help older adults live independently longer and also provides services for family members caring for an older adult in Benzie County.

Catholic Human Services of Northern Michigan Catholic Human Services of Northern Michigan provides a wide variety of services including mental health, substance abuse, prevention, pregnancy counseling, open adoption, social services and senior services to over 26,000 people per year. Catholic Human Services of Northern Michigan works in partnership with local, county, and state agencies to offer a wide range of services considered to be the “best practices” in the field.

Charlevoix County Commission On Aging Provides services to help older adults live independently longer and also provides services for family members caring for an older adult in Charlevoix County.

Disability Network-Northern Michigan Formerly known as Northern Michigan Alliance for Independent Living (NMAIL) Diability Network-Northern Michigan, believes that disability is a natural part of the human experience and in no way diminishes the right of individuals to experience full, independent lives. We provide people with disabilities the tools necessary to make informed choices and have personal control over their own lives.

Family Caregivers of Northwest Michigan A Support Program offered through Catholic Human Services.

Father Fred Foundation The Father Fred Foundation endeavors to enrich the lives of members of the community by providing support for individuals and families in need. Through the thoughtful administration of contributions and the dedication of volunteers, the Father Fred Foundation shares its resources and caring with the mentally and physically distressed, the poor, the hungry, and those suffering from unforeseen challenges.

Friendship Centers of Emmet County Provides services to help older adults live independently longer and also provides services for family members caring for an older adult in Emmet County.

Goodwill Homeless Shelter The Goodwill Inn Homeless Shelter is owned and operated by Goodwill. We provide emergency shelter and access to donated food to homeless men, women, and families in Northern Michigan. Housing placement services, job placement services, vocational services, life skills classes, case management, and children’s services are also provided through an agreement with Goodwill Industries of Northern Michigan, Inc.

Grand Traverse County Commission on Aging Provides services to help older adults live independently longer and also provides services for family members caring for an older adult in Grand Travese County.

Grand Traverse Pavilions Providing a continuum of health care and residential services that are community-based and community-focused.

Grandvue: Charlevoix County’s Medical Care Facility Grandvue Medical Care Facility is owned by Charlevoix County and governed by the Charlevoix County Department of Human Services Board. As one of the 36 county medical care facilities in Michigan, Grandvue has been dedicated to providing care for our residents regardless of payment source.

Healthcare Regional Skills Alliance of Northwest Michigan The Healthcare RSA is composed of partners from private and public sectors who are committed to finding solutions to workforce issues in a the healthcare industry, which is the region’s fastest growing labor market. The Healthcare RSA sponsors topical trainings for healthcare workers in the acute, community, and long-term care settings. Trainings are provided by Community Services Network of Michigan, local colleges and hospitals, and include Basic Healthcare, Certified Nurse Aid, and Staff Development.

Kalkaska County Commission On Aging Provides services to help older adults live independently longer and also provides services for family members caring for an older adult in Kalkaska County.

Leelanu County Commission on Aging Provides services to help older adults live independently longer and also provides services for family members caring for an older adult in Leelanau County.

Legal Services of Northern Michigan, Inc. Provides a full range of legal services in most areas of civil law for people who meet Federal poverty guidelines or who are 60 years of age or older.

Manistee County Council on Aging Provides services to help older adults live independently longer and also provides services for family members caring for an older adult in Manistee County.

Manistee County Medical Care Facility (MCMCF) The Manistee County Medical Care Facility (MCMCF) is a skilled care, not-for-profit nursing facility located in Manistee, Michigan. Operated by the County of Manistee in conjunction with the Department of Human Services of the State of Michigan, the facility has 122 beds and provides complete skilled nursing care, including comprehensive rehabilitation services.

Meadow Brook, Antrim County Medical Care Facility Meadow Brook, Antrim County Medical Care Facility is owned by Antrim County and governed by the Antrim County Department of Human Services Board. As one of the 36 county medical care facilities in Michigan, Meadow Brook has been dedicated to providing care for our residents regardless of payment source.

Missaukee County Commission on Aging Provides services to help older adults live independently longer and also provides services for family members caring for an older adult in Missaukee County.

Munson Healthcare As a regional, nonprofit health care system, Munson Healthcare provides direct access to more than 320 physicians, representing 41 specialty services at 7 hospitals in northern Michigan.

Northern Michigan Alliance for Independent Living See Disability Network-Northern Michigan for a description.

Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency NMCAA is a non-profit Community Action Agency serving ten counties of northwest lower Michigan and operates the home Weatherization program, the Senior Nutrition and Meals on Wheels programs, the Head Start/Child Development program, and the Community Services program.

Northwest Michigan Council of Governmants Northwest Michigan Council of Governments NWMCOG provides services and programs for the ten county region in Northwest Michigan. Founded in 1973, NWMCOG facilitates and manages several programs for the ten counties in our region. These programs include Northwest Michigan Works, Workforce Development Board, Northwest Michigan Small Business and Technology Development Center, TeamWork NorthWest, the Procurement Technical Assistance Center program, Northwest Michigan Sustainable Business Forum, KAL-TEC, Healthcare Regional Skills Alliance of Northwest Michigan, the Regional Planning Department and the Regional Repository for US Census data. This is an exceptionally good site to acquire data for the ten counties.

Northwest Michigan Housing Search Northwest Michigan Housing Search will help you find the information you need to gain access to affordable housing and housing programs in Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska and Leelanau counties

Northwest Michigan Transportation Alliance This site is a program of Northwest Michigan Transportation Alliance (NMTA). NMTA is a collaboration of more than 20 human service agencies, non-profits, and local businesses who seek to expand transportation options in Grand Traverse, Leelanau and Benzie counties.

The Senior Corner Sponsored by Traverse Area District Library, this free web site for seniors includes a bank of articles for senior issues, a large array of local services and programs for the elderly, and an extensive set of international senior links.

Third Level Immediate Counseling and Crisis Services The crisis counseling and intervention organization for the region, offering a wide variety of services and supports for persons in Northwest Michigan.

Traverse City Senior Center Traverse City’s Senior Center is situated on beautiful City Park land along the beaches of Grand Traverse Bay with more than 3000 members, starting age is 50 years old.

Wexford County Council on Aging Provides services to help older adults live independently longer and also provides services for family members caring for an older adult in Wexford County.