Ishpeming

Local offices in Ishpeming

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Housing authority · City office

  Ishpeming Housing Commission

  111 Bluff Street, Ishpeming, MI 49849

  Help here

  • Public housing assistanceContact the commission about public housing and housing assistance in Ishpeming.
  Call 906-485-4100DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ishpemingcity.org

• Utilities · City office

  City of Ishpeming Water/Sewer and Utilities

  100 E. Division Street, Ishpeming, MI 49849

  Help here

  • Water, sewer, and garbage billsAsk about utility bills, payment options, or an extension if you cannot pay by the due date.Apply online
  Call 906-485-1091DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ishpemingcity.org

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  Ishpeming Multi-Purpose Senior Center

  121 Greenwood Street, Ishpeming, MI 49849

  Help here

  • Senior programs and supportPeople age 60 and older can find programs and services that support living safely at home.
  Call 906-485-5527DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ishpemingcity.org

• Library · City office

  Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library

  317 N. Main Street, Ishpeming, MI 49849

  Help here

  • Library materials and programsBorrow books and other items, use library services, or join a library program.
  Call 906-486-4381DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ishpeminglibrary.info

• Local office · City office

  Ishpeming City Hall

  100 E. Division Street, Ishpeming, MI 49849

  Help here

  • City services and informationGet help with city services, public records, and city information.
  Call 906-485-1091DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on ishpemingcity.org

City of Ishpeming website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Ishpeming

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Marquette County

Ishpeming is in Marquette County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• State office · State office

  Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Marquette County Office

  234 W. Baraga Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855

  Help here

  • Food and cash assistanceResidents can contact this office for help with state food and cash assistance programs.Apply online
  • Child supportThe office can help parents with child support services and questions.Apply online
  Call 906-228-9691DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  Community Action Alger-Marquette

  1125 Commerce Drive, Marquette, MI 49855

  Help here

  • Housing and utility assistanceAsk about housing support and help with energy or utility costs.
  • Community nutritionFind community food and meal programs through the agency.
  Call 906-228-6522DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on communityactionam.org

• Local office · Nonprofit

  UPCAP 2-1-1

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 2-1-1 to find local health and human services, including help with basic needs.
  Call 800-338-1119Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on upcap.org

• Public health · County office

  Marquette County Health Department

  184 US 41 East, Negaunee, MI 49866

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe health department provides public health services and health education to county residents.
  • WICWIC offers nutrition support and food benefits to eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.
  Call 906-475-9977DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mqthealth.org

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Pathways Community Mental Health

  200 West Spring Street, Marquette, MI 49855

  Help here

  • Mental health and developmental disability servicesPathways connects people with mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services.
  Call 906-225-1181DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on pathwaysup.org

• Courts and legal help · Regional office

  Marquette County Legal Self-Help Center

  Peter White Public Library, 217 N Front Street, Marquette, MI 49855

  Help here

  • Legal self-helpStaff help visitors find free legal information, forms, and court resources, but cannot give legal advice.
  Call 906-228-9510DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on michiganlegalhelp.org

Everything in Marquette County

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