PARK PLACE SENIOR LIVING
A Supportive Assisted Living and Memory Care Senior Living Community in Kalamazoo, MI
Medicaid Waiver Program
Quality Assisted Living—Without Compromising Dignity or Choice
Park Place Senior Living proudly participates in the Medicaid Waiver Program, helping eligible seniors access assisted living services in a safe, supportive, and professionally managed environment.
This program allows qualified individuals to receive personal care and support services in an assisted living community—without the financial burden of private-pay rates.
What the MI Choice Waiver Covers
Under the MI Choice Waiver, eligible residents may receive coverage for care services, which can include:
Assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming)
Medication administration and care coordination
Mobility, transfer, and safety supervision
Case management and service planning
Support with maintaining independence and routine
Important: The MI Choice Waiver does not typically cover room and board. Residents or families are responsible for housing costs unless otherwise arranged.
Who Is Eligible in Michigan
An individual may qualify for the MI Choice Waiver if they:
Are 65 or older, or meet disability requirements
Meet Michigan Medicaid financial eligibility standards
Require a nursing-facility level of care, as determined by the state
Choose to receive services in a community-based setting
Eligibility and approval are determined by the State of Michigan and the assigned waiver agency.
SENIOR LIVING OPTIONS
Local MI Choice Waiver Agency & Support Contacts
To begin the MI Choice Waiver process and check eligibility, residents of Kalamazoo County can contact their local aging services and waiver support agencies:
Key Local Resources:
• Area Agency On Aging‑Kalamazoo
Your first stop for information, referral, and assistance. This county-based Area Agency on Aging team can help connect you with MI Choice Waiver supports, care coordination services, and the next steps in the application process.
• CareWell Services Southwest
Serving Southwest Michigan including Kalamazoo County, CareWell is the Region 3B Area Agency on Aging that administers MI Choice Waiver services locally. Their staff can guide you through eligibility questions, required assessments, and service coordination once approved.
• Milestone Senior Services
A Kalamazoo-based care and support organization that can provide additional guidance and referral support to those exploring MI Choice services.
How to Use These Contacts
Call or visit the Area Agency on Aging contact to begin discussing MI Choice Waiver eligibility and next steps.
Ask about a ‘Supports Coordinator’ — the professional who will conduct assessments and help plan the services you need under the waiver.
If there’s a waitlist, get your name in early — priority placement can depend on care needs and funding availability.