Lake County
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Local offices in Lake County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Public health · Regional office
District Health Department #10 WIC Clinic, Lake County
5681 S. M-37, Baldwin, MI 49304
Help here
- WICWIC helps eligible families get healthy food, nutrition support, and referrals.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhd10.org
State office · State office
MDHHS Lake County Office
5653 S. M-37, Baldwin, MI 49304
Help here
- State assistance programsVisit or contact the office for information about state assistance programs.Apply onlineRead more
- Child supportGet information about child support services through the local MDHHS office.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mdhhs.michigan.gov
Local office · Regional office
Michigan 211, Heart of West Michigan United Way
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 for free help finding local housing, food, health, and other community resources.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mi211.org
Public health · Regional office
District Health Department #10, Lake County
5681 S. M-37, Baldwin, MI 49304
Help here
- Public health servicesGet local public health services, including immunizations and health information.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhd10.org
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
West Michigan Community Mental Health, Lake County
1090 N. Michigan Avenue, Baldwin, MI 49304
Help here
- Behavioral health servicesContact the local office about mental health, substance use, or developmental disability services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wmcmhs.org
Older adults · Regional office
Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan
3215 Eaglecrest Drive NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportGet guidance on in-home care, meals, transportation, benefits, and caregiver support.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aaawm.org
Veterans · County office
Lake County Veterans Service Office
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpContact the county office for help with veterans services and benefits.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountymi.gov
Emergency help · County office
Lake County Emergency Management
Help here
- Emergency preparednessGet information about preparing for emergencies and local emergency response.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on lakecountymi.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
Michigan Works! West Central, Lake County
5252 M-37, Baldwin, MI 49304
Help here
- Job and employment helpGet help with job searches, career guidance, and employment services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mwwc.org
State office · State office
Michigan Secretary of State, Baldwin branch
5653 S. M-37, Baldwin, MI 49304
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the branch for driver and vehicle services, including licenses and state identification.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Lake County
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
FiveCAP Inc
302 N. Main Street, PO Box 37, Scottville, MI 49454-0037
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Lake 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
Talk to a person
- Michigan 211
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 800-887-1107 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988