Upper Peninsula Commission For Area Progress
About UPCAPWelcome
In 1974, The Upper Peninsula Commission for Area Progress (UPCAP) was designated as the Region XI Upper Peninsula Area Agency on Aging, whose purpose is to advocate for and provide services to the residents of the Upper Peninsula.
Updates
- Community Needs Survey for Aging Services
- ***Immediate openings at various subsidized apartment complexes throughout the Upper Peninsula. Click “here” for more information.***
- Employment Opportunities
- Letter of Intent ~ Multi Year Plan FY 2023-2025
- Approved MYP ~ FY 23 Annual Implementation Plan
- UP Area Agency on Aging Annual Implementation Plan (AIP) FY24 – Public Hearing Notice
- UP Area Agency on Aging DRAFT FY2024 Annual Implementation Plan (AIP)
UPCAP Programs
U.P. Food As Medicine
Based on a prescription for health model, this program is designed to address and improve the food security of individuals at risk for or diagnosed with a chronic health condition.
Upper Peninsula Caregiver Resource Center
Providing information, resources, support and programs to caregivers throughout the U.P.
U.P. 2-1-1 Call Center
Providing easy accessible, responsive, and professional information and assistance to Upper Peninsula citizens and families in need, 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week.
Long Term Care Programs
Facilitating in home service options to avoid or delay nursing home placement to help individual’s live independently.
Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP)
MMAP (pronounced map) is a free counseling service for Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries and their caregivers to help them in making informed health benefit decisions.
U.P. Area Agency on Aging (UPAAA)
Assisting older persons in leading independent, meaningful, and dignified lives in their own homes and communities for as long as possible.
Upcoming Events
REST (Respite Education & Support Tools)
REST (Respite Education & Support Tools) is an originally designed educational course that provides respite training to individuals who want to offer care to those in need and provide assistance to their caregivers. As a REST-trained companion, you spend one-on-one time with seniors or those in need, giving the gift of your time to provide a valuable service. The ultimate goal of this training course is to assist individuals to become effective companions and respite volunteers.