AAA Western MI 8 Information and Assistance Team

The Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan (AAAWM), serving Region 8 around Grand Rapids, helps caregivers make a loved one’s home safer through its free Information and Assistance (I&A) Team. When the goal is to prevent falls and keep someone safely at home, the I&A Team is the central place to begin.

I&A specialists assess each situation and connect families to home-safety supports — in-home services, home modifications, assistive technology, medical equipment, and care management — and to programs such as the MI Choice Medicaid Waiver where appropriate. As the designated regional Area Agency on Aging, AAAWM knows the local providers and programs and can match families to them quickly, replacing a frustrating solo search with expert guidance. Because falls are the leading cause of injury among older adults, connecting families to home-safety assessments and equipment is among the most valuable help the agency offers.

This resource matters because many caregivers don’t realize that home-safety assessments, equipment, and modification programs may be available or partially covered. A knowledgeable specialist removes that barrier with a single contact. For western Michigan families focused on keeping a loved one safe at home, AAAWM’s I&A Team is the natural first contact. Visit aaawm.org or contact the agency to speak with staff who can assess the situation and connect families to the right help.