Genesee County COVID-19 Testing Sites and Information

COVID-19 Testing Sites

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is making it easier than ever for residents to find nearby COVID-19 testing sites and to register to be tested – whether they are internet-savvy or prefer to use the telephone. MDHHS has launched a new online test finder tool at Michigan.gov/CoronavirusTest with filters that allow users to find the closest testing sites that meet their needs. Using these new filters, Michiganders can easily locate test sites that are no cost, that test people who do not have symptoms, that do not require a doctor’s order, or are for uninsured individuals. For select testing sites, users can schedule an appointment online.  

The department also announced it is working with Michigan 211 to help residents find test sites and register for testing over the telephone. Anyone who calls the Michigan COVID-19 hotline Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 888-535-6136, and presses 1 will be transferred automatically to a 211 operator who can help the caller find testing sites and, for select sites, schedule an appointment.  You can find the full press release here.

*Genesee Health Plan IS NOT a COVID-19 Testing Site*

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Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services Promotes Mortgage Relief Options, Insurance During American Housing Month

June is American Housing Month and the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) is raising awareness about ways Michiganders can protect their homes through lender programs for those impacted by COVID-19 and through insurance policy reviews to make sure they have the coverage they need before they need it. You can find the full press release here.

If you have any questions or for more information, please contact us at MDHHScommunitypartners@michigan.gov.

Phone Assistance Guidance Update

We know that many MI Bridges Navigation Partners will continue to work remotely for a period of time. We are extending the guidance for providing assistance to clients over the phone to July 31st. MDHHS understands that many of our MI Bridges Navigation Partners have moved away from providing in-person assistance with MI Bridges and are wondering how they can provide assistance to clients over the phone. In an effort to better support our MI Bridges Community Partners who still are providing services via the phone, we have developed the following guidance on how to provide this assistance with MI Bridges account creation and online applications for benefits. MDHHS will provide updates as processes/policies are changed.