Mother Teresa House

Q: Is Mother Teresa House in a walkable area?

Mother Teresa House has a walk score of 83. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Q: What is the phone number of Mother Teresa House?

(517) 484-5494 will put you in contact with the team at Mother Teresa House.

Q: Is Mother Teresa House Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Mother Teresa House is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Mother Teresa House

Mother Teresa House, nestled in the heart of downtown Lansing, Michigan, combines expertise, knowledge, and genuine compassion to serve residents as they address both their physical and emotional needs. Established in September 1997, following Mother Teresa’s passing, this hospice care facility embraces each person’s life story, seeking to understand them deeply and providing the unparalleled comfort they deserve during this sensitive phase.
Here, the focus is not merely on end-of-life care but on creating a meaningful, supportive environment. Residents find comfort in the compassionate hands that guide them through this profound experience. The facility’s dedication to understanding each individual’s unique narrative ensures that comfort, understanding, and care are woven into every moment, making the journey towards the end a little lighter for those they serve.

(517) 484-5494 Info@motherteresahouse.org

Walk Score: 83 / 100

Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Specific ProgramsFinancial Support, Volunteer, Material Needs, Jobs, Be Our Guest, Eligibility, Their Stories, Guest Stories, Volunteer Stories, Learn More, Board of Directors, Educational Opportunities, Tours, Publications

Volunteer ProgramsYes

Operating HoursMonday-Friday: 8am-4:30pm

MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled

General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Adult day care ($65/day)

Home Help Program

Michigan Home Help

Age 65+ or disabled

General Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.

Income Limits ~$1,732/month individual, Medicaid threshold

Asset Limits $2,000 individual

Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Benefits

Personal care (up to 60 hours/month) Homemaker services Respite (varies)

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Michigan PACE

Age 55+

General Michigan resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (Medicaid-eligible); private pay option available.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Medical care Meals Transportation Therapy Respite

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Michigan resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

Age —

General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; Michigan resident; functional needs (2+ ADLs).

Income Limits (2025) Prioritizes ~$24,980/year (individual); no strict cap.

Asset Limits Not assessed; need-based.

16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits

Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Caregiver training

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Michigan SCSEP

Age 55+

General unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL

Asset Limits Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.

Benefits

Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General Michigan resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

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Is Mother Teresa House in a walkable area?

Mother Teresa House has a walk score of 83. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the phone number of Mother Teresa House?

(517) 484-5494 will put you in contact with the team at Mother Teresa House.

Is Mother Teresa House Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Mother Teresa House is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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