About Us
Our mission guides our work, to serve and advocate for older adults, adults with disabilities and caregivers by supporting their independence, dignity, and quality of life.
We are the place to turn to when needing assistance with complex issues. We help people access the services and programs they need to remain living in their own home or with a caregiver for as long as possible.
At AAANM, we are devoted to attracting and retaining a diverse staff that is representative of our community and the clients we serve. We are dedicated to creating and maintaining a work environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming to all.
Who We Are
We are part of an Aging Network, that awards funds for nutrition and supportive home and community-based services, awards funds to 629 Area Agencies on Aging, and works to address those needs through the funding of local services and through advocacy.
Who We Serve
- Those residing in rural areas
- With the greatest social need (with particular attention to low-income minority individuals)
- With severe disabilities
- And More
How We Help
As an Area Agency on Aging, we operate within the framework of the Federal Older Americans Act and the State’s Older Michiganians Act.
Board of Directors
The Board oversees the general management and control of the affairs of AAANM, particularly policy-making functions, and assurance of sound management.
Board of Advisors
The AAANM Advisory Council advises the Board of Directors regarding the development of a comprehensive and coordinated service system for the aging and adult disabled population of Antrim, Benzie, Charlevoix, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, and Wexford counties.
Funding
Funding for these services comes primarily from the Older Americans Act (federal), the Older Michiganians Act (state), Medicaid and local county governments.
Planning
The Area Plan serves as a guide for the development and funding of aging services. Services include but are not limited to, information and referral, homemaking, personal care, respite care, family caregiver support, elder abuse prevention, legal assistance, long term care ombudsman, congregate and home delivered meals, adult day care, and transportation.
Annual Report
Each year AAANM prepares an Annual Report to share aggregate information about services provided, number of clients served, programs accessed and a financial summary.
Careers
We are the place to turn to when needing assistance with complex issues. We help people access the services and programs they need to remain living in their own home or with a caregiver for as long as possible.
NCQA Accreditation
Earning NCQA’s Accreditation of Case Management for LTSS demonstrates that an organization is dedicated to coordinating the delivery of care in a person-centered and integrated manner to help individuals function optimally in their preferred setting.