Housing Bureau for Seniors

04/29/2026

CHS' Housing Bureau for Seniors employees care about our community and know that housing insecurity is not the only struggle for older adults and our homebound neighbors. They are always looking for ways to be of service and help our community and sister programs out. Desiree Herrick, the HBS intake coordinator, is the perfect embodiment of that desire to serve. For the past 3 years, she has volunteered at least once a month to deliver meals for Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels. Thank you for all that you do, Desiree!

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04/27/2026

https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2025/11/06/aging-well-how-income-and-health-shape-the-experiences-of-older-americans/

Older adults with upper incomes are more likely to say they are aging well and to give themselves good health assessments.

04/23/2026

Come join us this evening for A Road Home: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRCf8GeKmKI

The stories in the film will help the community have a better understanding of the systems surrounding mental health, housing insecurity, and homelessness in Washtenaw County.

According to Jennifer Hall, the Executive Director of the Ann Arbor Housing Commission, "Our goal with The Road Home has always been bigger than a film. This project is about uniting organizations and communities to better understand the challenges and create solutions for people who need help the most. Even before the public screenings begin, the documentary has already sparked important conversations among local leaders, organizations, and residents about how we move forward together.

•Link to Michigan Theater website to get your ticket for free admission for the April 23rd and May 7th screenings at 6pm. https://tix.marquee-arts.org/websales/pages/info.aspx?evtinfo=995805~c76be4f4-22b5-4bed-a89c-7def863b8c53&epguid=d4a24dfa-c127-458e-b225-c3b1769fec3c&

04/22/2026

A new local housing option for older adults that promotes relationship building. https://www.mlive.com/news/ann-arbor/2026/04/program-pairing-older-adults-with-roommates-to-fight-loneliness-high-rent-in-ann-arbor-area.html?utm_campaign=aanews_sf&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwY2xjawRVjg5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEecjtZqdvpq0AUWUkLLPn3erLZQBi0pKgs5cjfefb4r39S50Xy8PJZYxuhCVs_aem_PHYYGrKUPeqWPrEwsBvp6g

The Washtenaw Housing Alliance's shared housing initiative matches people who have spare bedrooms with those seeking affordable places to live.

04/06/2026

https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/seniors-share-aging-in-place-plans/?smid=fb-nytimes&smtyp=cur&fbclid=IwY2xjawRAlClleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFINzJxeGlPVFlGM1hYazNvc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHom-m_UbB06QH3rQg2EKrvA6xU3r0aO__TQACxox7G3eTat1dUAJDp0OZ20f_aem_OybkrehhFklPQfMzNV5Uxg

Aging happily at home takes more than money. Five resilient older adults share how community and knowing when to ask for help are just as important as finances.

04/02/2026

❓Are you curious about shared housing and if it's an option for you?

Stop by in April, May or June during drop-in hours at Ypsilanti District Library to learn about WHA's Shared Housing Program! Ask questions and learn about our process to connect those who have a spare, private bedroom with those looking for affordable housing options in our county.

More about WHA's Shared Housing Program, including our inquiry form, is available at whalliance.org/sharedhousing

03/06/2026

ℹ️ Are you an older adult with a private bedroom in your home that you could offer to someone looking for affordable housing in Washtenaw County? Washtenaw Housing Alliance's Shared Housing Program is a great opportunity available for anyone interested in shared housing options!

Aspects of Shared Housing include:
1️⃣ Have a private bedroom to offer
2️⃣ Willing to share common areas and set expectations
3️⃣ Interested in companionship, home help, and/or extra income
4️⃣ More than saving money - an opportunity to age in place

✔️ Already know this is the option for you?
🌐 Submit an inquiry today at whalliance.org/sharedhousing

❓ Do you have questions about the program or applying?
🗣️ Please connect with WHA staff at bryantd@washtenaw.org

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02/24/2026

Alfreda is a great leader! Listen to what she has to say.

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02/20/2026

Read about a new and innovative nursing home alternative.
https://bridgemi.com/michigan-health-watch/green-houses-pace-offer-michigan-seniors-cozier-alternative-to-nursing-homes/?utm_source=Bridge+Michigan&utm_campaign=d7f90ec089-Bridge+Newsletter+02%2F20%2F2026&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c64a28dd5a-d7f90ec089-440220636

02/03/2026

Courtney Vanderlaan of the Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels talks about the organization and their services.

01/31/2026

Hi all,
Housing Bureau for Seniors is a part of a bigger program - Community Health Services of University of Michigan Health. Check out all that our "sister programs" accomplished last fiscal year.

01/22/2026

HBS is partnering with the AARP Foundation to offer their annual Tax Clinic. Please call for an appointment!