FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: State of Michigan launches aging website

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Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 24, 2015

AASA CONTACT: Phil Lewis, 517-862-8132 or lewisp3@michigan.gov

DTMB CONTACT: Caleb Buhs, 517-241-7422 or BuhsC@michigan.gov

State of Michigan launches aging website 

LANSING, Mich. – Older Michiganders will now have quick and easy access to information on services in their area through a new website launched today, www.michigan.gov/aging. The site was developed by the Aging & Adult Services Agency (AASA) within the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), and in partnership with the Michigan Department of Management and Budget (DTMB).

"The state, in partnership with local aging agencies and service providers, offers numerous high-quality programs and services that can help older adults maintain their independence as they age," said AASA Director Kari Sederburg. "The state’s new aging website was developed to be the best place to go to quickly find out what types of services are available, and which agency you need to call to see if you qualify.”

As part of his special message on aging in 2014, Gov. Rick Snyder charged AASA, and DTMB with the task of creating an aging website to easily connect residents with local aging programs and services.

“This new website is another step toward achieving Governor Snyder’s overall mission of creating a citizen-centric government,” said DTMB Director and State Chief Information Officer David Behen. “This one site will quickly connect older Michiganders with services they need, without having to navigate through multiple government agencies.”

The state’s aging website has been in development over the past several months and required a collaborate effort between several key state departments that interact with the state's aging programs and services. This comprehensive team held focus groups to ensure the website organized aging programs and services in a thoughtful manner, and that it was built with the user experience firmly in mind. 

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