In-Home Services Program
The In-Home Services program provides non-medical support that enables older adults and adults with disabilities to remain safely and comfortably in the homes for as long as possible. Servies are designed to maintain independence, reduce safety risks, and support caregivers.
In-home services include homemaker aide (light housekeeping), respite care (providing companionship and supervision in relief of primary caregiver), and personal care (assistance with activities of daily living).
In-home services improve the quality of life for people throughout Menominee and Delta Counties. Personal care/respite aides are experienced or certified and receive ongoing training. They have the knowledge required to care for persons who need assistance with performing their various activities of daily living.
There is no income requirement for In-Home Services and most of these services are free of charge. Services are provided based on client need. There may be an age requirement depending on the funding source.
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If you are interested in these services, please reach out to Evan McKnight at 906.786.7080, Ext 150 or via email, emcknight@mdscaa.org.
Homemaker Aide (HMA)
Non-medical household assistance, including:
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Light Housekeeping
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Dusting, Sweeping, Mopping, or Vacuuming.
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Bathroom Sanitation
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Kitchen Cleaning and Dishwashing
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Laundry Assistance
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Changing Linens
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Trash Removal
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Basic organization and tidying
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Essential errands (if program-eligible)
Purpose: Maintain a safe, sanitary living environment and prevent functional decline caused by home neglect.
Personal Care Aide (PCS)
Direct, hands-on assistance for clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), such as:
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Bathing and Hygiene
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Dressing & Grooming
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Toileting Assistance
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Incontinence Care
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Mobility support & safe transfers
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Skin Integrity Checks
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Medication Reminders
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Meal prep for special dietary needs
Purpose: Preserve dignity, safety, and personal wellbeing while reducing caregiver burden.
Respite Services
Short-term relief for family caregivers.
May include:
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Supervision
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Companionship
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Limited Activities of Daily Living (ADL) support
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Safety Monitoring
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Engagement/activities for cognitively impaired clients
Purpose: Allow caregivers time for rest, appointments, and personal obligations while maintaining client safety.
Service Eligibility
Eligibility varies by funding source but generally requires:​
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Age 60+ (or) An adult with a disability requiring non-medical assistance.
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Residency in Menominee, Delta, or *MEALS ONLY* Schoolcraft County
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Functional limitations with ADLs or IADLs
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Ability to receive non-medical support in a home setting
At A Glance
6,113 hours of homemaker aide services were provided to 181 senior citizens.
6,077 hours home care assistance provided to 72 senior citizens.
1,251 hours of respite care services were provided to 15 senior citizens.
158 hours of medication management were provided to 9 clients.