UPCAP Services

07/24/2025

https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/sponsored/upcap/free-oral-health-forums-veterans-scheduled-ironwood-south-range/

07/22/2025

https://upcap.squarespace.com/s/UPCAP-Application.pdf

07/21/2025

07/21/2025

Club of Marquette and The Salvation Army of Marquette County are partnering to bring you the Christmas in July Food Drive. We will be stationed at Super One Marquette, Walmart, and Tadych's Marketplace on Saturday, July 26th, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Help us restock our pantries!

07/17/2025

https://www.carequest.org/about/blog-post/veterans-deserve-dental-care-push-policy-solutions

By Caroline Le, CareQuest Institute Public Policy Analyst

07/17/2025

Millions of veterans are living with chronic disease and a lower quality of life — all because they can’t access affordable dental care. Some are even forced to take drastic measures, like pulling their own teeth. CareQuest Institute Public Policy Analyst Caroline Le shares her experience at a Capitol Hill briefing last week, where experts put a spotlight on the oral health challenges veterans face and policy solutions that could improve their lives. https://ow.ly/r4ol50WqbiE

07/16/2025

N O T I C E
FUNDING FOR SERVICES TO OLDER ADULTS

The Upper Peninsula Area Agency on Aging/UPCAP announces the availability of Federal and State funding for Fiscal Year 2026 to support services for older adults in the Upper Peninsula. This funding opportunity will cover a one-year grant contract for Fiscal Year 2026, in continuation of the UPAAA 2023–2025 Multi-Year Plan, and is available for the provision of the following services during FY 2026:

1. Nutrition Services including:
• Congregate Meals – Marquette County
• Home Delivered Meals – Marquette and Baraga Counties

Letters of Intent to apply for funding for the services listed above are now being accepted. One-year contracts will be awarded to selected organizations through this open and competitive proposal process. Information on specific program information can be accessed at www.upcap.org

Please note that letters of intent must:
1. Clearly state the geographic area(s) to be served,
2. Be duly authorized by the agency’s governing body, and
3. Be signed by the agency’s authorized official.

Letters not meeting these requirements will be disqualified and returned.

The deadline for receipt of Letters of Intent is 4:00 p.m. EDT on Monday, July 28, 2025. Letters must be submitted via Certified Mail to:

Executive Director
U.P. Area Agency on Aging
2501 14th Avenue South
P.O. Box 606
Escanaba, MI 49829

For more information, contact Rachel Davidson at (906) 217-3030.

Enhancing the growth of human, social, and community resources in Michigan's Upper Peninsula through strategic initiatives and collaborative efforts. We are dedicated to fostering sustainable development and improving quality of life for residents in the region.

07/15/2025

The Veterans Crisis Line is here for you 24/7.

Dial 988 then Press 1, chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255 for immediate support.

07/15/2025

🚌 DATA - Did You Know?
Our Priority Booking System helps us schedule rides fairly and efficiently — so the earlier you book, the better!

Here’s how ride requests are prioritized:
1️⃣ Subscription rides – recurring, scheduled in advance (like work or regular appointments)
2️⃣ 24+ hours in advance
3️⃣ At least 1 hour in advance
4️⃣ On-demand – when available

⏰ Want your preferred time? Booking early gives you the best chance!

💬 Ever use a subscription ride? Drop a 👍 in the comments or tag someone who should know about this!

📞 Call 906-786-1186 or visit www.databus.org/priority-system to learn more.