Helpful Resources
Senior Home Assisstance Repair Program (SHARP)
This program is for homewoners age 60+ or those with disabilities living in Clawson. Small home repairs can be done by trained volunteers with the homeowner paying only for supplies. Call 248.583.6700 or 248.589.0334 for more info.
Operation Medicine Cabinet
Drop off expired or unused prescription drugs on Thursday's from 4pm–6pm or by appointment (248.435.5000) at the Clawson Police Department located at 425 N. Main St.
Discount Drug Cards
Oakland County residents can get a discount prescription card here at the Senior Center. The card offers a savings of over 20% off your prescriptions and is valid at most pharmacies. This cannot be used in conjunction with Medicare Part D prescription coverage.
Department of Human Services: 1.248.583.8700
Area Agency on Aging 1-B: 1-800-852-7795 or 248-357-2255
Medicare Consumer Assistance: 1-800-333-4114
Seniors Legal Hotline: 1-800-347-5297
Medicare/Medicaid Assistance: 1-800-803-7174
Social Security Administration: 1-800-772-1213
Detroit Veterans Administration: 1-800-511-8056
Veterans Benefits: 1-800-827-1000
Visually Handicapped Services of Detroit: 1-313-745-4510
MI Commission for the Blind: 1-800-992-9012
Michigan Insurance Hotline: 1-800-777-8005
Alzheimer's Helpline: 1-800-272-3900
American Cancer Society: 800-227-2345
American Diabetes Association: 248-433-3830
American Heart Association: 800-968-1793
American Lung Association: 800-543-5864
Arthritis Foundation: 800-968-3030
Medical Alert Systems http://www.reviews.com/medical-alert-systems/
Michigan Parkinson's Foundation: 800-852-9781
Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance:(203) 265-2424 /www.mesothelioma.com
Senior Safety Reviews www.seniorsafetyreviews.com/tips/guide-home-senior-safe/
www.clickonaging.com A comprehensive website supported by 12 local organizations with a shared goal to provide unbiased information on, and access to, Senior services in Southeast Michigan.
www.SeniorBrigade.com MI residents can file consumer complaints, check nursing home rankings, print out legal forms, find upcoming events and more. The site offers connections to health, finance, veteran affairs and consumer protection
2-1-1 Dial this number to get connected to information on employment, shelter, food pantries, legal aid, volunteering and more for seniors.
