Home Health Services
in Birmingham, MI
Home Care Services
Activities
of Daily Living
Essential personal care activities for daily well-being
Bathing
Assistance with shampoo, cleaning, and drying using tub, shower, or sponge bath
Dressing
Help with putting on and removing clothing, including special medical garments
Eating & Feeding
Assistance with eating utensils and/or cups and getting food and/or drinks into the mouth
Grooming
Help with personal hygiene including hair, teeth, shaving, and nail care
Mobility
Assistance with moving around living areas and managing stairs
Toileting
Support getting on/off toilet, wiping and cleaning after use, and/or applying/removing adult diapers or pads
Transferring
Help moving between positions
Complex
Care Tasks
Specialized medical and health-related care
Bowel Program
Specialized assistance with bowel care needs
Catheter/Leg Bag Care
Management and maintenance of catheter systems
Colostomy Care
Support with colostomy maintenance and cleaning
Peritoneal Dialysis
Assistance with dialysis procedures and monitoring
Range of Motion Exercises
Help with prescribed physical movements and exercises
Respiratory Treatment
Support with breathing treatments and equipment
Specialized Skin Care
Advanced wound care and skin maintenance
Suctioning
Assistance with airway clearance procedures
Ventilator Care
Support with ventilator equipment and monitoring
Instrumental
Activities
Support services to enable independent living
Laundry
Assistance with washing, drying, and organizing clothes
Light Housework
Help client sweep, vacuum and wash floors; washing kitchen counters and sinks; cleaning the bathroom; changing bed linens; taking out garbage; dusting; cleaning the stove top; and cleaning the refrigerator
Meal Preparation
Support with planning, cooking, and cleaning up meals
Shopping
Help with groceries and essential household items
Medication Management
Assistance with prescribed and over-the-counter medication
Living Well at Home in Birmingham
Medicare & MDHHS Information
Oakland County MDHHS office for Birmingham
Address: 51111 Woodward Avenue Pontiac, MI 48342
Director Ahmad Sabbagh
Phone: 844-464-3447
Fax: 248-975-5550
For information about Medicare coverage of home health services, visit the official Medicare home health services page.
Healthcare in Birmingham
Birmingham residents have access to several major healthcare facilities:
- Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital
Address: 3601 West 13 Mile Road , Royal Oak, MI 48073
Phone: (248)898-5000 - Trinity Health Oakland Hospital
Address: 44405 Woodward Ave 3 South Ste 3921A Pontiac, MI 48341
Phone: (248) 858-3000
Local Senior Resources
The NEXT Senior Center hosts various activities and services for seniors:
Location: 2121 Midvale Rd., Birmingham, MI 48009
Phone: (248) 203-5270
Email: info@birminghamnext.org
Learn more about services including:
- Medical equipment loans available for members
- Medicare/Medicaid counseling services
- Free blood pressure screenings
Stay updated with current activities:
Transportation Options
- Birmingham Next Transportation: Transportation service is available for seniors and disabled adults residing in Birmingham to medical, dental, personal appointments, shopping, or activities at Next.Transportation hours are:
Monday-Thursday: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 – 2:30 pm
Phone: (248) 203-5270 (Call at least three days in advance to request a ride.)
- SMART: Provides curb-to-curb transportation for seniors and people with disabilities.
Phone: (866) 962-5515
Food Assistance
- Meals on Wheels: Home-delivered meals are available for homebound seniors aged 60+ in Birmingham.
Meals are delivered:
Monday-Friday: 10:00 AM and 1:30 PM.
Phone: (810) 632-2155
- Lighthouse MI: Offers food pantry access and delivery services (serving a wider area, including Birmingham).
- The Salvation Army Royal Oak Citadel: Provides food boxes consisting of canned goods and non-perishable items for eligible clients on a monthly basis.
Phone: (248) 585-5600
Getting Started with Home Care
- ZUnderstand available community resources
- ZMaintain your independence at home
- ZNavigate daily activities safely
- ZCoordinate with your existing healthcare providers
- ZAccess local services and programs
Contact us to learn how we can support your goal of living independently in Birmingham.