Iron River
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Local offices in Iron River
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Iron River Utility Billing
106 W Genesee St, Iron River, MI 49935
Help here
- Water and sewer billsGet information about your city water and sewer bill or pay it online.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ironriver.org
Local office · City office
Iron River City Hall
106 W Genesee St, Iron River, MI 49935
Help here
- City services and helpContact City Hall for city departments, clerk services, and other local government questions.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ironriver.org
Older adults · Nonprofit
Iron River Senior Center
814 N 4th Ave, Iron River, MI 49935
Help here
- Senior meals and activitiesAdults age 55 and older can gather, join activities, and reserve meals.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ironriverseniorcenter.com
Jobs and training · Regional office
Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! Iron River Service Center
305 W Genesee St, Iron River, MI 49935
Help here
- Job search and workforce helpGet help with job searches, career training, and required work registration for unemployment benefits.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on upmichiganworks.org
State office · State office
Michigan Secretary of State Iron River Branch
992 Lalley Rd, Iron River, MI 49935
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the branch for driver licensing, state identification, and vehicle registration services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Library · Regional office
West Iron District Library
116 W Genesee St, Iron River, MI 49935
Help here
- Library materials and public accessBorrow books and other materials, use public computers and internet, and join library programs.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on westironlib.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Iron River
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 Services of Northern Michigan, Inc.
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
Dickinson Iron Community Services Agency
1238 Carpenter Ave, Iron Mountain, MI 49801-4724
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Iron County
Iron River is in Iron County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Iron County Office
337 Brady Ave., Caspian, MI 49915
Help here
- State benefits and human servicesVisit or contact the state office for help with local human services programs.Apply onlineRead more
- Child supportGet information about Michigan child support services and case help.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhhs.michigan.gov
Housing authority · County office
Iron County Housing Commission
210 N 3rd Street, Crystal Falls, MI 49920
Help here
- Affordable housingAsk about public housing and project based voucher housing for eligible residents.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ironcountyhc.org
Public health · Regional office
Dickinson-Iron District Health Department, Iron County Office
1374 Commercial Avenue, Crystal Falls, MI 49920
Help here
- Public health servicesGet local public health information and services from the district health department.
- WICCall the Iron County office to ask about WIC nutrition support and schedule an appointment.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on didhd.org
Older adults · Regional office
U.P. Area Agency on Aging, UPCAP Services
2501 14th Avenue South, Escanaba, MI 49829
Help here
- Aging and disability information and assistanceCall UPCAP for information and help finding aging and disability services in Iron County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on upcap.org
Veterans · County office
Iron County Veterans Service Office
106 W. Genesee St., Iron River, MI 49935
Help here
- Veterans assistanceContact the county office for help with veterans services and benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ironmi.com
Emergency help · County office
Iron County Emergency Management Office
2 South 6th Street, Suite 18, Crystal Falls, MI 49920
Help here
- Emergency managementContact the county office for local emergency management information.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ironmi.com
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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- 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.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
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
- Michigan 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988