Grand Rapids
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Local offices in Grand Rapids
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Kent County Office
121 Franklin St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Help here
- State assistance benefitsApply for state food, cash, and health care assistance through MDHHS.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Housing help · City office
Community Development Department
300 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Help here
- Housing and community development informationFind city housing programs and information about help for homeowners and renters.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on grandrapidsmi.gov
Housing help · City office
Grand Rapids Housing Commission
1420 Fuller Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceGet information about public housing and housing assistance programs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on grhousing.org
Utilities · City office
Grand Rapids Water System
300 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Help here
- Water and sewer serviceGet help with city water and sewer service, bills, and account changes.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on grandrapidsmi.gov
Local office · City office
311 Customer Service
300 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Help here
- City service questions and reportsCall or visit 311 to ask about city services or report a non-emergency issue.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on grandrapidsmi.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
West Michigan Works! Grand Rapids NW Service Center
215 Straight Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Help here
- Job search and workforce helpGet help with job searches, career planning, and workforce services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on westmiworks.org
State office
Michigan Secretary of State, Grand Rapids Branch
3472 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Help here
- Driver licensing and state IDVisit the branch for driver license and state identification services.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Library · City office
Grand Rapids Public Library
111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Help here
- Library servicesUse the library to borrow books and other materials and access public learning resources.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on grpl.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks and Recreation Department
1500 Scribner Ave, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Help here
- Recreation programs and classesFind recreation classes, sports, swim lessons, and activities for adults and children.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on grandrapidsmi.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Grand Rapids
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Feeding America West Michigan
3070 Shaffer Ave SE, Kentwood, MI 49512
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Aid of Western Michigan
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Kent, County of (Inc)
121 Franklin St SE Ste 110, Grand Rapids, MI 49507-1132
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Kent County
Grand Rapids is in Kent County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Child support · County office
Kent County Friend of the Court
82 Ionia Avenue NW, Suite 200, Grand Rapids, MI 49501-0351
Help here
- Child support and parenting ordersThe office helps enforce child support orders and provides services for custody and parenting time matters.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kentcountymi.gov
State office
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Kent County Office
121 Martin Luther King Jr. Street SE, Suite 200, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Help here
- State benefits and assistanceResidents can visit the county office for help with state assistance programs and related services.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhhs.michigan.gov
Community action · County office
Kent County Community Action
121 Martin Luther King Jr. Street, Suite 110, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
Help here
- Basic needs and housing helpAsk about food, utility help, affordable housing, transportation, home repairs, and weatherization.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kentcountymi.gov
Local office · Nonprofit
Heart of West Michigan United Way 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with needs such as housing, food, utilities, and health care.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org
Public health · County office
Kent County Health Department
700 Fuller Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Help here
- Public health clinic servicesThe health department offers health clinics, immunizations, and WIC services at locations around the county.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kentcountymi.gov
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Network180
790 Fuller Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Help here
- Behavioral health care and crisis helpAdults, youth, and families can contact Network180 for mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on network180.org
Michigan programs by kind of help
These are run by Michigan and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- Heart of West Michigan United Way 2-1-1
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 877-211-5253 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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