Crawford County Commission on Aging

Serving seniors age 60 and older throughout Crawford County

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Senior Center: 4388 West M-72 Hwy, Grayling
989.348.7123

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Special Programs

Contact the Senior Center at 989.348.7123 for information on upcoming special events

Special Community Dinners are held once a month at the Senior Center.  Everyone is invited to join us for this special themed dinner! Reservations are required, just call us at 989-348-7123. The cost of dinner is a suggested $4.00 donation for those over 60 years of age and a $8.00 cost for those under 60. Special dinner dates, serving times, and menus can be found in our monthly Senior Gazette. 

 

 

 

 

Grayling Community Garden   The property, located at the corner of Madsen and Mary Ann Streets, is being made available courtesy of the Carl W. Borchers Post Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) #3736.  The Community Garden plots will normally be plowed and ready after Memorial Day each year.  Sign up takes place starting in the Spring (sometime in March or April) until all plots are assigned or until May 8th.  Plots are first come, first serve.  The Grayling Community Garden Friends is also seeking volunteers to help with several garden projects.  If you are interested in helping with garden projects, please contact the Commission on Aging at 348-7123.  If you are interested in signing up for a plot, please click here for the registration form.

Hearing Clinic  Dr. Ryan Hamilton, Au.D., CCC/A will be providing free basic hearing screening/testing and basic hearing aid cleaning.   Call 348-7123 to set up an appointments.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Foot Clinic is held on the 4th Monday of the Month from 11:30-5:30pm. Cost per visit is $25. While at the Foot Clinic the Nurse will trim and file toenails, lotion and massage feet, provide foot care tips, inspect feet for injury and circulation, and recommend physician care when needed. Call 348-7123 to set up an appointment.

 

 

 

 

Free Legal Assistance – The Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center, in partnership with Jason R. Thompson, Law Office PLC are initiating a program to offer free, basic legal advice to Crawford County Seniors age 60 and over.  Consultations are by appointment only and will last about 20-30 minutes.

These consultations are designed to see if your issue really needs an attorney, to what extent you need legal services, and when retaining an attorney might be advisable.

Appointments may be made by calling the Advocacy & Resource Coordinator at the Commission on Aging & Senior Center, 348-7123.

Other Free Legal Assistance Programs – The Michigan Legal Help website assists people who want to handle simple civil legal matters without a lawyer.  It includes articles on specific legal domains, including estates and guardianship, landlord/tenant matters, protection from abuse, public benefits, etc.  It also provides toolkits to help you prepare to represent yourself in court.  Some legal forms can be filled out right on the site.  Visit the site at www.michiganlegalhelp.org.

The Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors allows older adults to speak directly to an attorney specializing in elder law issues.  There is no income test and the call is free.  The hotline – (866) 400-9164 – is available Monday through Thursday from 10 am to 3 pm.  The hotline is a service of the Lansing-based nonprofit organization, Elder Law of Michigan, which also offers pension and benefits counseling and other services – www.elderlawofmi.org.

 

Senior Project Fresh (Summer/Fall Seasonal Program) The Crawford County Commission on Aging & Senior Center will be hosting the Senior Project Fresh Farmers Market Nutrition Program this year.  Qualified older adults receive $25.00 worth of coupons that are used to purchase fresh Michigan produce at participating Project Fresh Markets which include the downtown Grayling Farmers Market and the Grayling Greenhouse. Must be 60 years old or older and a Crawford County Resident and income in 2018 is: Household size of 1 = below $2,248 / month or for a household size of 2 = below $3,040 / month. Coupon distribution will take place on a first-come,  first-served basis.  If you feel you qualify and would like to participate in the program, please contact Tammy Findlay starting at 348-7123 to schedule an appointment

 

 

Kinship Care – Are you age 55+ and caring for a relative child 18 years of age or younger? We may be able to help. The National Family Caregiver Support Program offers assistance through Kinship.  Families can receive funding for clothes, camps, tutoring, music lessons, sports, counseling, school supplies, scouting, and church trips. Funded activities should enhance the family environment and/or individual self-esteem or relate to the reduction of negative behaviors or poor performance in school/social settings.

 

 

 

Prescription Drug Disposal – Guidelines for Proper Disposal of Prescription, Over-the-Counter and Pet Medications, including Injectables, Patches, Inhalers and Powders.  Always bring in prescription medicine in the same bottle or package it was purchased in.  Once you reach the disposal site, you can use a black marker to remove personal information or remove the label.  Or pills can be transferred to a zip lock bag once you reach the disposal site.  To prevent spillage, place entire bottle of any liquid medicine in a zip lock bag.

Drop Box Locations: Crawford County Sheriff’s Department, Grayling City Hall & The Medicine Shoppe.

 

 

Pet Assistance Program:
Are you a low-income older adult and have a need for help with veterinary bills?  If so the Pet Assistance Program may be able to help you. You must be 60 years of age or older and a resident of Crawford County.

 

 

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Hours of Operation

  • Monday: 8:30am to 4:30pm
  • Tuesday: 8:30am to 4:30pm
  • Wednesday: 8:30am to 4:30pm
  • Thursday: 8:30am to 4:30pm
  • Friday: 8:30am to 4:30pm
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2024 Grayling Community Garden Plot Usage Agreement

By submitting my application to use a community garden plot at the Grayling Community Garden (GCG) in 2024, I understand and agree to the following:

  1. I will use my plot to cultivate and maintain a personal organic garden.
    1. I will primarily use my plot to grow plants for my household to use.
    2. Plot usage is non-commercial (I will not sell anything I grow, processed or raw)
    3. Plot usage is non-transferable (I will not sublease my plot)
  2. The month of May will be used for garden maintenance and to prepare for the upcoming season from June 1, 2024 – October 31, 2024.
  3. I agree to dedicate 5 hours or more of volunteer time to the overall maintenance of the garden.
  4. I will pay my plot usage fee in full before I begin gardening my plot. There is a $25.00 fee for each garden plot. Scholarships are available for those unable to pay the $25.00 fee.
  5. I will garden organically and follow best practice gardening guidelines set forth by GCG. (See Attachment A: Grayling Community Garden Guidelines)
  6. I will maintain my plot to be reasonably visually appealing at all times.
    1. My plot will be actively cultivated at least from June 1, 2024- October 31, 2024
    2. Garden Plots must be kept free of weeds, pests, and disease, without the use of synthetic herbicides, fungicides, or pesticides.
    3. All plants must be kept within the limits of your plot.
    4. All gardeners will keep walking paths and surrounding areas clean, neat, and weed free.
    5. Weeds shall be disposed of in the designated garbage bins.
    6. I will pack out my own trash because garbage service is not included in this agreement.
    7. I will not install any fixtures (like fences) in or around my plot. Seasonal trellises with the primary purpose of supporting vegetative plant growth are allowed.
    8. I am responsible for and have access to my plot from the date it is assigned to me, until October 31, 2024.
  7. I will not plant any illegal plant or marijuana.
  8. It is strictly prohibited to take food or plants from other garden plots. Doing so will result in immediate removal from the garden and no refund will be given.
  9. I will make my best effort to leave my plot in as good, or better, condition as it was when it was first assigned to me. All gardeners must clear their garden beds by November 1st.
  10. I understand that anyone who gardens in my plot is required to be a member. If multiple people (family members, friends, etc.) will be gardening in the plot each person is required to be listed on the registration form as a Garden member. I will not allow non-members to help me garden in my plot.
  11. I will work to keep the garden a happy, secure, and enjoyable place where all participants can garden and socialize peacefully in a neighborly manner.
  12. Guests (including children) may enter the garden only if they are accompanied by a registered gardener. Children must always be supervised. Registered gardeners are responsible for the behavior of their guests.
  13. I will respect all gardeners, their guests, and the Community Garden Grounds.
    1. Abusive, profane, or discriminatory language or actions will not be tolerated.
    2. I will follow all applicable laws and not smoke, drink alcoholic beverages, use drugs including marijuana, or gamble on the Community Garden grounds, and will not come to the Community Garden under the influence of alcohol, marijuana, or illegal drugs.
    3. I will not bring weapons to the Community Garden.
    4. I will not bring pets or other animals to the Community Garden.
    5. I will be considerate of others when playing music.
  14. I understand that my plot is not private property. All items, plants (in ground or in containers), and infrastructure left at the GCG, whether during the garden season or over the winter, are left at my personal risk of theft or damage. After the garden closing date, all items must be removed or will be removed by the GCG leadership.
  15. I do not expect any form of reimbursement, compensation, or other tangible benefits returned to me for time, materials, or monetary investments I make as a GCG gardener.
  16. I will not attempt to hold GCG responsible for weather, construction, personal health, or any other factors that affect my ability to garden as planned.
  17. I agree to water responsibility to conserve fresh water & our sensitive irrigation system.
    1. Access to irrigation water is not guaranteed at any point. (Water is typically operational starting in May, ending in October.)
    2. Water from the hose behind the garden shed is potable. I will turn the water off and lock the access when done.
  18. I will lock the garden entrance with the combination lock provided when I leave.
  19. I understand that GCG garden management policies may change without notice, and I agree to comply with these changes as they are established. I will stay up to date on policies by reading GCG email newsletters in a timely fashion. These newsletters may also include event information, gardening tips, etc.
  20. I will notify GCG if I must abandon my plot before the end of the season. If GCG notices a plot is not being maintained or appears to be abandoned, GCG will contact the member. If the GCG is unable to reach the member or GCG is unable to assist the member to maintain the plot, GCG reserves the right to reclaim and/or clear the member’s plot. Should circumstances arise where a member cannot maintain their plot for a period of time or the remainder of the growing season, the member is encouraged to reach out to the GCG Leadership for assistance.
  21. I understand and agree to the 2024 GCG Membership Agreement. (This is a separate document that includes a media release, liability release, and more.)
Grayling Community Garden Membership Agreement
  • I release the owner of the property and the Grayling Community Garden group from and against any liability, damage, loss, claim, demand, suit cost, and expense that occurs in connection to use of the garden by me or my guests.
  • I agree to have my name/group name posted in association with my plot at the Grayling Community Garden.
  • I will notify the Grayling Community Garden if my contact information changes, in a timely fashion.
  • I grant the Grayling Community Garden (GCG) a media and limited information release.
    1. I authorize TCCG to use my name, quotes, videos, and/or photos of me as they relate to my involvement as a member of GCG. This information can be shared with the public to promote awareness of and fulfillment of the mission of the GCG via websites, social media, printed promotional material, educational material, meeting notes, and other channels of public communication.
    2. GCG will not release your contact information to the public.
    3. GCG will not sell or share your contact information with any 3rd party.
    4. GCG values your safety. Media release exemptions are available upon request.