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The Strength in Partnership
MMAP services expands senior living services by Elizabeth Ann Morabito A mutually beneficial partnership between the Michigan Medicare Assistance Program and Meer Independent Living Apartments began in 2017 with a Medicare information session during open […]
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Redetermination Made Easy
Reviewing medicare plans annually can save money for its beneficiaries by Elizabeth Ann Morabito Despite her sharp mind at 104 years of age, the complexity of Medicare leaves Rose Fink unsure about her ability to […]
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Simplifying the Medicare Enrollment Process
MMAP helps residents save thousands of dollars in prescription drug costs by Gail Allyn Short Detroit resident Tina Ferguson was days away from her 65th birthday and needed to sign up for Medicare. She had […]
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Take-back Bins: Safe, Convenient and Environmentally Friendly
The responsible way to dispose of unused medications Medication take-back bins keep unused pharmaceuticals out of the environment and the hands of those who may misuse them. We talked to Thomas Koutroulis, director of Waste […]
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From Management to Mentorship
Helping community members navigate the complexities of Medicare by Gail Allyn Short Before her retirement, Deborah Wagner, of Grosse Pointe, enjoyed a successful career as a partner in a consulting firm. There, she helped large […]
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The Power of Partnership
MMAP collaborates with local agencies to expand its services By Gail Allyn Short One Michigan organization is partnering with community-based organizations statewide to help older adults find answers to questions about Medicare insurance plans. The […]
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Medicare Billing Fraud is a Growing Concern
How Medicare Beneficiaries Can Protect Themselves from Scams By Whip Villarreal Fraud has unfortunately become increasingly common in our daily lives. Medicare scams are also on the rise. In addition to offering counseling services to […]
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Supporting Students as they Strive for Change
CVACE gives students the tools to advance their careers Iris Lim has been working to change careers from the dental industry to the medical field and is a step closer to achieving that goal thanks […]
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From GED to a Job
CVACE helps students build their own path to success Edel Lopez-Cruz’s journey to academic success is a story of perseverance, determination and the transformative power of education. Graduating with his GED from Castro Valley Adult […]
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From Classroom to Community
How a retired professor is reshaping lives by volunteering at MMAP by Elizabeth Ann Morabito Some people, like Peggy Kahn, are compelled to make a difference. Her lifelong personal and professional interest has centered around […]