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The Tuscola County Health Department,
with the support of Senior Millage funding, provides
services to the senior citizens of this county. Staff
participate in community coalitions directed toward
the needs of senior citizens. |
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Description of Services
- Provision of flu clinics
- Educate seniors on relevant health topics
- Participation in annual Senior Fairs
- Referrals and information resources for geriatric
services
- Hypertension clinics
- Tetanus-Diphtheria (Td) booster shot clinics
- Health screenings
- Dementia presentations
Home visits to seniors to provide:
- Assistance with independent living problems
- Home geriatric nursing assessments
- Assistance in problem resolution
(i.e., clarification of medication regime)
- Assistance with the establishment of a support
system
- Referrals to appropriate services and agencies
Educational Presentations Topics
Available
| Blood Pressure |
Glaucoma |
| Cataracts |
Stroke |
| Alzheimer's Disease |
Women's Health |
| Cholesterol |
Independent Living |
| Fall Safety |
Nutrition |
| Stress Management |
Blood Sugar and Diabetic
Management |
| Arthritis |
Emphysema and Other
Lung-Related Conditions |
| Osteoporosis |
Anemia |
| Men's Health |
Depression |
| Safety in Medications |
Car Safety |
| Incontinence-Bladder/Bowel |
Caring for the Elderly |
Eligibility
for Services
Senior citizens residing in Tuscola County.
Referrals accepted.
Cost for Services
No charge for home visits or consultations.
Hours of Service
Contacts should be made Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.
to
12:00 Noon, and 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Contact Phone
Program Clerk - (989) 673-8114, Ext. 104
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Page Last Updated:
06/13/2007
 
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