DHHS Assistance & Advocacy

Navigating Benefits. Simplifying the Process. Supporting You.

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Applying for government assistance can be confusing.
At MVM Consulting & Social Services, we help individuals and families understand, apply for, and manage public assistance benefits through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).

  • Personalized guidance through the application process.

  • Assistance with paperwork and required documentation.

  • Support with benefit renewals, changes, and follow-ups.

  • Experienced advocates helping you understand your options.

  • Clear communication and step-by-step assistance.

Our DHHS Assistance Services

Program availability and eligibility are determined by MDHHS.

Vian Malan | Social Security Appointed Representative (Non-Attorney)

Vian Malan has served as a non-attorney appointed representative for Social Security claimants since 2018. With over eight years of experience, she assists clients with Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), applications, appeals, and communication with the Social Security Administration (SSA).

As an experienced appointed representative, Vian is dedicated to guiding clients through the Social Security process, helping them understand their rights, prepare documentation, and navigate complex benefit procedures with confidence.

    • Medicaid application assistance.

    • Coverage renewals and eligibility reviews.

    • Reporting household and income changes.

    • Assistance understanding coverage notices and requests.

    • Food Assistance Program (FAP) applications.

    • Recertifications and benefit renewals.

    • Reporting changes in income or household size.

    • Assistance responding to verification requests.

    • Guidance with available cash assistance programs.

    • Application and documentation support.

    • Eligibility and case status follow-ups.

    • Application status follow-ups.

    • Assistance with DHHS notices and correspondence.

    • Document submission and verification.

    • Benefit changes, renewals, and case updates.

    • Guidance with denials, closures, and reconsideration options.

    • Assistance applying for eligible emergency relief programs.

    • Guidance with utility and housing-related assistance requests.

    • Help gathering required supporting documents.

Experienced DHHS Advocates

  • Knowledgeable guidance through Michigan assistance programs.

  • Help understanding complicated requirements and notices.

  • Step-by-step assistance from application to follow-up.

  • Clear explanations tailored to your situation.

    Responsive staff and consistent follow-ups.

  • Support navigating language and paperwork barriers.

  • DHHS partner agency.

  • Michigan Navigator services.

  • Listed United Way contractor.

Personalized, Hands-On Support

Communication You Can Count On

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