Community Health Access Program

CHAP recently served an elderly woman who was plagued with various health issues. When she was referred to CHAP, she was sleeping on a mattress pad situated on top of milk crates. Not only was this situation impacting her health and wellbeing, but it also created concern about her safety. Ultimately, Mid-Michigan CHAP was able to provide this woman with a new sleeping situation, complete with a bed, frame, box spring, sheets, and pillows. The client was very grateful to be able to receive these items and is now able to rest comfortably while focusing on her health.

A staff member met an individual at a pantry outreach event. Upon getting to know them, it was discovered that their son is a renal transplant patient. Between the many medical expenses and distance to the hospital, the family fell further and further behind on bills. They were at risk of losing their home due to foreclosure. Staff provided information to the individual about tax relief through the state of Michigan. Thanks to this resource, the individual was able to pay for their delinquent property taxes and receive additional assistance with utilities. The family is relieved that they can now focus on the medical needs of their son without these additional financial burdens.