Harrison Township, Macomb County
Senior resources in Harrison Township
4,773 people in Harrison Township are 65 or older, 20% of the town. AgeWays serves them: meals, in-home help, caregiver support and benefits counseling.
- Agencies by town
- Repair and tax relief programs
- Pros for grab bars and ramps
The numbers
Older residents in Harrison Township
Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates.
| Residents 65 or older | Harrison Township 4,773 | What it means 20% of Harrison Township, against 18% in Macomb County and 18% across the six counties. |
| Residents 75 or older | Harrison Township 1,996 | What it means 42% of the town's older residents. |
| Households headed by someone 65+ | Harrison Township 3,371 | What it means 2,895 own their home and 476 rent. |
| Homes built before 1960 | Harrison Township 16% | What it means Older houses often need grab bars, railings and a first-floor bathroom to stay safe. |
Your agency
AgeWays serves Harrison Township
AgeWays
Serves Oakland, Macomb, St. Clair and Livingston counties (with Monroe and Washtenaw). Call (800) 852-7795 to ask about meals, in-home help, caregiver support and benefits.
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Senior centers and services with a Harrison Township address
Active tax-exempt groups the IRS lists at a Harrison Township mailing address whose work or name is about older adults, largest reported revenue first. A mailing address is where a group gets its mail, so call ahead.
| Group | Kind of work | IRS record |
|---|---|---|
| Ahepa 371 II Inc | Kind of work Seniors | IRS record Exempt since 2000, $666K reported revenue |
Property taxes
Property tax relief for older homeowners
- Poverty exemption: Michigan law lets the local board of review exempt all or part of the taxes on a home for owners who meet income and asset rules. Apply with the Harrison Township assessor at Harrison Township Hall, 38151 L'Anse Creuse, (586) 466-1400, using state Form 5737.
- Homestead Property Tax Credit: a state income tax credit that helps qualified homeowners and renters with property taxes, filed with your Michigan return.
- Principal Residence Exemption: make sure your home is listed as your principal residence, which exempts it from up to 18 mills of local school operating taxes.
- Behind on taxes? The county treasurer collects delinquent taxes and can explain payment plans before foreclosure.
Aging in place
Make the home safer and easier to use
Small changes help people stay home longer. Compare local pros and get written quotes.
Senior resources in nearby towns
- Macomb Township13,914 residents 65+ (15%)
- Clinton Township20,763 residents 65+ (21%)
- St. Clair Shores12,818 residents 65+ (22%)
- Mount Clemens2,612 residents 65+ (17%)
- Chesterfield7,894 residents 65+ (17%)
- Fraser3,004 residents 65+ (21%)
- New Baltimore2,119 residents 65+ (18%)
- Roseville8,297 residents 65+ (18%)
Questions about senior resources in Harrison Township
4 questions
Who is the Area Agency on Aging for Harrison Township?
How many seniors live in Harrison Township?
Where do Harrison Township seniors apply for a poverty exemption?
What county is Harrison Township in?
Need grab bars, a ramp or a safer bathroom in Harrison Township?
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Sources
- Detroit Area Agency on Aging
- The Senior Alliance
- AgeWays
- Valley Area Agency on Aging
- Lapeer County Senior Programs
- Michigan Treasury: Poverty Exemption fact sheet
- Michigan Treasury: Homestead Property Tax Credit
- Michigan 211
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, tables B01001 and B25007 (via Census Reporter)
- Internal Revenue Service, Exempt Organizations Business Master File Extract, Michigan (eo_mi.csv)
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