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2013 Energy Assistance Program
(734) 362-7059
If you are interested in applying for the
2013 Energy Assistance Program, please call the number above to
leave your name, energy bill account number, phone number, and your
city of residence.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Picture ID
- Social Security cards for everyone in the home
- Most recent gas bill with the payment coupon still attached OR a shut-off letter w/name, address, and account number
- Proof of total household income for last 12 months
• ex. W-2s, paystubs, letters from Social Security, DHS Budget Breakdown, etc - Bridge Card, Proof of SER assistance, and Proof of Medicaid (if applicable)
Income Guidelines
|
Family Size |
200% |
60% |
|
1 |
$22,340 |
$22,756 |
|
2 |
$30,260 |
$29,758 |
|
3 |
$38,180 |
$36,760 |
|
4 |
$46,100 |
$43,762 |
|
5 |
$54,020 |
$50,764 |
|
6 |
$61,940 |
$57,766 |
|
7 |
$69,860 |
$59,079 |
|
8 |
$77,780 |
$60,392 |
|
9 |
$85,700 |
$61,704 |
|
10 |
$93,620 |
$63,017 |
|
Add for each additional member: |
$7,920 |
$1,313 |
Use the highest income for your family size.
Do you love animals?
 
Available cats
for adoption |
The animals at the Brownstown Animal Shelter can use your help with:
- grooming
- dog walking
- cat cuddling
- events
- cage/run cleaning
- gardening
- dog park maintenance
- fundraising
- adoptions
- photo sessions
- recruiting volunteers
- marketing
- flyer distribution
- graphic design
Even if you only have an hour a week, there's something you can do!
Contact Mary at ggmarymartin@yahoo.com for more info.
Valuable program for Nursing Home Residents
Please help The Information Center spread the word about a valuable program funded by the Michigan Department of Community Health.
The Nursing Facility Transition program is designed to assist persons in a nursing home explore options of returning to the community. Individuals may transition either to a private residence, an assisted living facility, or a licensed adult foster care home, depending on the specific needs of the individual. A nurse and social worker will arrange a meeting in the nursing facility to discuss available options.
What Are The Eligibility Requirements?
- Current Medicaid Recipient or eligible for Medicaid and residing in a nursing facility
What Services Are Available?
Transition services are available to address specific individualized needs using a person centered planning approach. According to MDCH guidelines, services/resources may include the following, dependent on needs:
- Security Deposit
- Furniture/Household goods purchases (Excludes TV’s and electronics such as DVD players)
- Groceries
- Utility deposits/hook-up fees (Excludes Cable)
- Housing assistance
- Home modifications
- Moving expenses
- Cleaning
- Additional services may be available to facilitate a successful transition
The Information Center is also a MI Choice (Waiver program) agent. If the individual meets the current guidelines for that program, additional services may be available to assist after the transition is complete on an ongoing basis. If the individual does not meet the MI Choice (Waiver) guidelines, efforts will be made to identify community resources as needed to address individual needs.
How Do I Make A Referral?
Anyone can make a referral to this program. For more information or to make a referral, call 734.282-7171
Rain Barrels
Who says money doesn’t fall from the sky?
Purchase a Great
Lakes Rain Barrel for just $70
Save on your water bill by
collecting water in your rain barrel and using it to water your
plants, lawn and vegetable gardens. Rain water is full of healthy
nutrients and minerals that promote growth in your lawn and garden.
The rain water can also be used to clean your automobiles, driveway,
and patio. And it will leave a spot-free finish on your car!
Great Lakes Rain Barrels are available for purchase at the
Brownstown Township Water Department at a cost of $70.00
Installation kit included with purchase
The Water Department
is located at the Township Hall— 21313 Telegraph Road
If you have
any questions, please call (734) 675-4000 or email
dpw@brownstown-mi.org
DIY Kits ($35.00) to make your own rain barrel are also
available for purchase at the Water Department.
Great
Lakes Rain Barrels
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