What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview: Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement. Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay. Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation. Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program. State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options. Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.

How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up.

What services do you offer?

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Regency At Bluffs Park

Regency At Bluffs Park is a Nursing Home in Michigan

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Overview of Regency At Bluffs Park

Regency at Bluffs Park is an assisted living community for seniors seeking both long-term care and short-term sub-acute rehabilitative services. Nestled within a state-of-the-art facility adorned with modern-living amenities in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Regency at Bluffs Park stands as a beacon of high-quality care and compassionate support.
Here, residents are enveloped in an environment where personalized care takes center stage, orchestrated by a team of highly qualified, dedicated, and empathetic professionals. Focused attention and innovative best practices are at the heart of our approach, ensuring that each individual’s unique needs are met with unwavering commitment. At Regency at Bluffs Park, the promise of superior care intertwines with the comforts of modern living, creating a space where well-being flourishes and lives are enriched.

What families are saying

Activities, programs, and daily engagement

The staff at Regency is consistently described as friendly, professional, and attentive, with particular praise for their supportive and communicative nature. Staff members, including nurses, therapists, and social workers, are noted for their collaborative efforts and exceptional care.

Activities Care & staff

Personalized attention and individual support

The facility provides comprehensive and well-coordinated care, with effective communication among the medical team and prompt responses to patient needs. Patients and their families appreciate the detailed attention from admission through discharge, including the arrangement of necessary equipment and home care.

Personal attention Care & staff

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 4.17/day

Overall rating

2/5

Health Inspection

2/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 71

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

87.5%

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for

Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

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Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

36% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 26 days

Private pay

64% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$17.2M

Operating loss

-$85.4K

Proprietary home Corporation

Home revenue

$17,212,722.00

Operating loss

$-85,380.00

Payroll costs

$5.0M

29.1% of revenue

Other operating costs

$12.3M

Total costs $17.3M

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Glacier Hills

SNF

MCKINNON, BENJAMIN

85.3%

$31,368,924.00

$9,639,208.00

30.7%

42.10

4/5

1/5

5/5

Regency At Bluffs Park

SNF

GRAY, DUANE

87.5%

$16,832,157.00

$5,009,436.00

29.8%

62.30

2/5

4.1672

2/5

4/5

Care And Rehabilitation Center At Glacier Hills

SNF

Eisenhower Center

SNF

Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ann Arbor

SNF

Glacier Hills

Type of care: SNF AL

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: MCKINNON, BENJAMIN

CCN: 235223

Occupancy: 85.3%

Home Revenue: $31,368,924.00

Payroll Costs: $9,639,208.00

Payroll %: 30.7%

Avg Residents/Day: 42.10

Overall Rating: 4/5

Health Insp Rating: 4/5

Staffing Rating: 1/5

QM Rating: 5/5

Regency At Bluffs Park

Type of care: SNF AL

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: GRAY, DUANE

CCN: 235658

Occupancy: 87.5%

Home Revenue: $16,832,157.00

Payroll Costs: $5,009,436.00

Payroll %: 29.8%

Avg Residents/Day: 62.30

Overall Rating: 2/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 4.1672

Health Insp Rating: 2/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 4/5

Number of Fines: 1

Care And Rehabilitation Center At Glacier Hills

Type of care: SNF AL

Pets Allowed: No

Eisenhower Center

Type of care: SNF AL

Pets Allowed: No

Optalis Health & Rehabilitation of Ann Arbor

Type of care: SNF AL

Pets Allowed: No

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Program

State Program Name

Eligibility

Benefits

MI Choice Waiver

Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
MI Specifics: Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Services: 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

General: Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.
Income Limits: ~$1,732/month (individual, Medicaid threshold).
Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual).
MI Specifics: Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Services: Personal care (up to 60 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).

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

Michigan PACE

General: Age 55+, 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).
MI Specifics: 16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
MI Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

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.
MI Specifics: 16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Michigan SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.
Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
MI Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.

Services: 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

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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).
MI Specifics: High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

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

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Michigan Medicaid MI Choice Waiver

MI Choice Waiver

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
MI Specifics:
Delivered through regional waiver agents; waitlists possible.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), respite care (240 hours/year), home modifications ($1,500 avg.), adult day care ($65/day).

Michigan Home Help

Home Help Program

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, Michigan resident, Medicaid- eligible or low-income.
Income Limits:
~$1,732/month (individual, Medicaid threshold).
Asset Limits:
$2,000 (individual).
MI Specifics:
Can hire family caregivers; less intensive than waiver.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (up to 60 hours/month), homemaker services, respite (varies).

Michigan PACE

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

Requirements:

General:
Age 55+, 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).
MI Specifics:
16 PACE centers (e.g., Ingham, Wayne counties); expanding slowly.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day), medical care, meals, transportation, therapy, respite.

Michigan Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled, 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).
MI Specifics:
Three tiers; no waitlist; includes Extra Help for Part D.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).

Michigan NFCSP Respite Care

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Requirements:

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.
MI Specifics:
16 AAAs; prioritizes low-income, rural caregivers.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year), adult day care ($60/day), caregiver training.

Michigan SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:

General:
Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Michigan resident.
Income Limits (2025):
~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
Asset Limits:
Not specified; income-focused.
MI Specifics:
Priority for veterans, rural residents; Operation ABLE partnership.

Benefits without Contact:

Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.

Michigan VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

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

Requirements:

General:
Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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).
MI Specifics:
High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits without Contact:

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

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Regency At Bluffs Park

Regency At Bluffs Park is a Nursing Home in Michigan

Regency At Bluffs Park is a Nursing Home in Michigan

Regency At Bluffs Park

Regency At Bluffs Park is a Nursing Home in Michigan

Regency At Bluffs Park is a Nursing Home in Michigan

What families are saying

Activities, programs, and daily engagement

Personalized attention and individual support

Quality ratings

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

This home usually has limited availability

Who this home usually serves

Primarily short stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

Private pay

Finances and operations

Comparison Chart

Guides for Better Senior Living

Eldertainment

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Michigan Seniors

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Michigan Seniors

MI Choice Waiver

Requirements:

Benefits without Contact:

Home Help Program

Requirements:

Benefits without Contact:

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

Requirements:

Benefits without Contact:

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:

Benefits without Contact:

National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Respite

Requirements:

Benefits without Contact:

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:

Benefits without Contact:

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

Requirements:

Benefits without Contact:

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