MONTROSE TOWNSHIP SENIOR CENTER
200 Alfred Street
PO Box 3128
Montrose, MI 48457
Phone - 1-810-639-2822
Fax - 1-810-639-5899

Staff

 Sara Warren - Director / Title VI Coordinator
swarren@montrosetownship.org

Donelda Deming - Transportation

Regarding Passenger Transportation ~ Montrose Township adheres to the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin in its programs and activities. Specifically, "no person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to the discimination under any program or acitivity receiving Federal financial assistance." (42 U.S.C. Section 2000d)

Free Tax Help

Seniors and individuals with special needs may qualify for free tax preparation help from IRS-trained volunteers or Tax Counseling for the qualified preparers. For information about free tax help, go to www.michiganfreetaxhelp.org or dial 2-1-1.

To learn more about Michigan’s individual income tax or to download forms, go to www.michigan.gov/taxes. For more information about e-filing, go to www.mifastfile.org.

Genesee County Health Department announces new Dental Center

The Genesee County Health Department (GCHD) is pleased to announce a new partnership with My Community Dental Centers Inc. (MCDC) to expand access to dental care. The new dental center located at G4007 W. Court Street, 2D, Flint will be operated by MCDC on behalf of the health department. The center will provide quality dental care to all and welcomes children and adults enrolled in Medicaid, including Healthy Kids Dental, Healthy Michigan Plan and private dental insurance. The six-chair Flint dental center will be opening in early March 2018. The center will provide comprehensive dental services including oral exam/cleanings, fillings, tooth removal, partials, dentures, and other dental procedures. The organization is also pleased to offer My Dental Program (MyDP) for those without dental insurance, which provides reduced fees based on household income. An initial exam with X-rays will be $39 for new patients.

MCDC looks forward to providing a dental home to residents of Genesee County who have previously been unable to find a dentist. Studies show when your mouth is healthy; chances are your overall health is good as well. The dental center will be open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. To schedule an appointment, please call 877-313-6232 or visit the MCDC website at www.mydental.org.

Check out the flowerbeds at the Senior Center You may have noticed the beautiful and attractive flower arrangements and landscaping design bordering the Senior Center.  Director, Sara Warren, and a few key volunteers, spent days reworking the flowerbed plots and installing new, colorful flowers to help beautify the grounds. Much appreciation and gratitude to Sara and senior center members for their efforts and results

SENIOR CENTER RENTAL AGREEMENT

Did you know the Montrose Township Senior Center is available to rent for events such as baby showers, open houses, birthday parties, etc.?  Call the Montrose Township Office at (810) 639-2021 to reserve a date or inquire about event rental information.

Newsletters

How to be prepared for a disaster - Helpful tips for senior citizens

Changes & Choices- Information for senior adults

Services for Seniors

LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette today released a new Prescription Drug consumer alert providing Michigan residents with tips on how to safely save money on prescription medications and dispose of unwanted medications.

“While we talk a lot about opioid abuse, many citizens use prescription medications responsibly and legitimately to treat very real conditions,” said Schuette. “This Alert is to help those patients walk out of the pharmacy with more money in their pocket and know how to safely dispose of medications.”

Opioid-based pain killers are highly prescribed and, as a result, are often found in medicine cabinets. Leftover prescriptions create the opportunity for medicine to fall into the wrong hands. Drug takeback days happen frequently and Michigan State Police Posts accept drug turn-ins Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm.

SPOT IT: How to know you’re paying too much

• Know your rights: Michigan law requires a pharmacist to tell consumers the cost of a prescription drug when they ask in person or over the phone. Every pharmacy must also clearly display your right to know its prices with a notice at each counter where prescriptions are filled.

If any pharmacy refuses to give you drug price information, you can file a complaint with the Attorney General’s Office.

• Know where to look: If you are without a pharmacy benefit or some form of prescription drug coverage, the Michigan Drug Prices website can help you save money. Maintained by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), the website helps consumers without a pharmacy benefit:
• Compare local pharmacy prices on 150 of the most commonly prescribed prescription drugs in Michigan’s Medicaid formulary;
• Find a discount drug program at local retailers; and
• Locate an assistance program to help get necessary medications.

• Find legitimate online pharmacies and compare prices: It is not illegal to buy your prescription drugs online and, in some cases, you can save a lot. Legitimate online pharmacies are an easy way to provide access for the elderly and those living in remote areas.

But beware 96% of all online pharmacies don’t comply with state and federal laws or patient safety standards, according to the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP). Thus, look for websites ending in .pharmacy because those have special approval from the NABP and also for a blue and red Verified Internet Pharmacy Practices Site (VIPPS) seal from the NABP.

STOP IT: How to avoid overpaying

• Use a prescription discount card: For those who lack insurance or have very high prescription drug co-pays, the benefits of a discount drug card can outweigh the drawbacks and possible loss of privacy.
• Use a manufacturer’s coupon: Manufacturer’s coupons are issued directly by a drug manufacturer and are available from the manufacturer or at a doctor’s office. They are usually for new and brand name only drugs. They can offer significant savings, but with some limitations.
• They can’t be used if you have Medicaid, Medicare, or any federal or state run insurance;
• They cannot be used forever, so your savings may stop at the end of six months or a year;
• If you have insurance, you cannot use the discounted amount toward any deductible you must meet; and
• They are often applied after primary insurance, so you can’t use them if you do not have insurance.

RETURN IT: How to dispose of unwanted medication

• Michigan State Police: Each of the 29 posts across the state serves as a location where residents can safely and anonymously dispose of expired, unwanted, or unused prescription drugs. This helps to prevent the misuse of prescription drugs and to reduce environmental hazards.
• Michigan Household Drug Take Back Programs: A list of national, state and regional drug disposal sites is available here.

For more information on how to dispose of expired, unused or unwanted drugs the right way, or to learn more about how this practice protects people and the environment, click here.

Report Fraud

If your rights have been violated regarding prescription drug pricing, or if you would like to file a general consumer complaint, please contact the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division.

Consumer Protection Division

P.O. Box 30213
Lansing, MI 48909
517-373-1140
Fax: 517-241-3771
Toll free: 877-765-8388
Online complaint form

Genesee County Resources