“As I enter my fifth week of my internship at Elder Law of Michigan, I would like to say that I am having a wonderful experience. I am truly impressed by the staff; everyone has been helpful and considerate. I attribute this to good leadership as well as a group of people all believing in what they do and working hard everyday to help seniors. … Continue reading A Volunteer Shares Her Experience

As part of a new initiative announced by the Office of Services to the Aging (OSA), the US Administration on Community Living (ACL) has awarded Elder Law of Michigan a new grant set to go in effect over the next three years. This new initiative is focused on strengthening cooperation amongst providers of legal and human services along with the probate courts and advocacy groups. … Continue reading A New Grant to Enhance Free Legal Services for Older Adults

by Jessica Sanchez House Bill 4959 was introduced in September by Rep. Jeff Farrington (R- Utica) to decrease auto-insurance premium costs for seniors with Medicare. The Bill would exempt senior Medicare recipients over age 65 from the portion of Michigan’s No-Fault Law requiring drivers to purchase unlimited medical coverage. Opponents of the legislation argue the Bill will leave seniors stuck with high personal injury medical … Continue reading Legislation to Address Seniors’ Auto Insurance Costs