In life, most people require some kind of assistance, whether it’s legal, financial or health related. At Elder Law of Michigan we provide fast, friendly and specific help to people in times of need. All of our services are free of charge; but we need donations to cover the costs to meet the requests for help we receive from over 15,000 people each year.
- In the last 12 months we identified over $16 million in programs and services to meet the economic and health needs of older adults.
- Last year we helped family caregivers keep approximately 100 older adults out of nursing homes—saving families and the government over $7 million dollars.
- In 2009, over 1,600 people got help paying for food and medical expenses so that they could live with the dignity that comes from having their most basic needs met, and generating over $2.4 million in economic activity for Michigan.
Making a Difference for Real People
Carol
Carol, a 74-year-old woman living in rural Michigan, could easily give up hope. Instead, she searches for ways to be involved in her community and seeks out services to help her reach economic security.
After graduating high school, Carol got married and stayed home to raise her three children before entering the real estate business, where she stayed for almost 50 years. While working, Carol unexpectedly became pregnant with her fourth child but decided to continue working. As a self-employed real estate agent, Carol had no 401(k), but she did save for her retirement. Sadly, at the young age of 42, Carol’s husband passed away after suffering from pancreatic cancer. This took both an emotional and financial toll on Carol. She became hard-pressed to pay her mortgage and other basic needs living on her income alone.
Make an investment today!
For a contribution of $70, we can assist one older adult find a lost pension to ensure that they have the income they need and earned in retirement!
For a contribution of $250 we can assist one low income older adult in applying for food and medical services that are worth (on average) $2028 per year.
For a contribution of $500 we can provide self-help materials to 50 older adults to empower them to solve a legal problem.
Ways to Give
Donate on-line right now or send a check to Elder Law of Michigan, 3815 W. St. Joseph St., Suite C200, Lansing MI, 48917. You can also contact us and we will send you a written request for a donation by calling 866-400-9164 or info@elderlawofmi.org.
Make a gift in your will or estate plan, or donate stock, life insurance and other assets! Depending on the current tax laws, leaving a gift to Elder Law of Michigan in your will may reduce the estate tax burden on your heirs significantly. You should consult with a financial advisor or attorney to learn how giving may actually benefit your family after you’re gone. Contact Cindy Johnson if you need more information at 517.853.2385.
"I truly couldn't afford to hire an attorney for the advice needed. I sincerely appreciate the excellent service I was given..." Ted E. North
To continue to meeting the growing demand for assistance from low income older adults, we need gifts of all sizes and types. If you can't make a gift of cash right now, please consider hosting a used cell phone and electronics drive at your office, church or association. We also participate with Charity Motors and can receive proceeds from used cars that are donated. Gifts of stock, life insurance, bequests can also be accepted.
Support Elder Law of Michigan now!
- 2008 Annual Report
- 2008 Results
- Leave a Legacy for a Better Tomorrow
- Cell Phone and Electronics Recycling Fundraiser
- Gifts of stock, life insurance, and bequests can now be accepted
- ELM Access to Justice Fund Stock Letter of Discretion
- ELM Planned Giving Information 2009-10
ELDERLAW OF MICHIGAN PARTICIPATES IN THE ACCESS TO JUSTICE CAMPAIGN TO INCREASE RESOURCES FOR CIVIL LEGAL AID TO THE POOR IN MICHIGAN. THE ATJ CAMPAIGN IS A PARTNERSHIP OF THE STATE BAR OF MICHIGAN, THE MICHIGAN STATE BAR FOUNDATION AND MICHIGAN'S CIVIL LEGAL AID PROGRAMS. TAX DEDUCTIBLE CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE ATJ FUND ARE RECEIVED AND ADMINISTERED BY THE MICHIGAN STATE BAR FOUNDATION ACCORDING TO THE ACCESS TO JUSTICE FUND GUIDELINES LOCATED AT WWW.ATJFUND.ORG.