Leelanau County

Local offices in Leelanau County

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, Grand Traverse-Leelanau County Office

  701 S. Elmwood Ave., Suite 19, Traverse City, MI 49684

  Help here

  • Benefits and family servicesResidents can get help applying for food, cash, medical, and child care assistance.Apply online
  • Child supportParents can apply for help establishing or managing child support.Read more
  Call 231-941-3900DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Heart of West Michigan United Way 2-1-1

  Help here

  • Community help and referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, bills, and other needs.Read more
  Call 800-887-1107Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department, Leelanau County Health Services

  7401 E Duck Lake Rd., Suite 100, Lake Leelanau, MI 49653

  Help here

  • Public health and WICResidents can get immunizations, health screenings, and WIC nutrition support for eligible families.
  Call 231-256-0200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on bldhd.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  86th District Court, Leelanau County

  8527 E Government Center Dr., Suite 201, Suttons Bay, MI 49682

  Help here

  • Court procedures and formsResidents can get court forms and general information about court procedures and cases.
  Call 231-256-8250DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gtcountymi.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Leelanau County Senior Services

  8527 E Government Center Dr., Suite 106, Suttons Bay, MI 49682

  Help here

  • Senior supportOlder adults can ask about local services, transportation, meals, and help at home.
  Call 231-256-8121DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on leelanau.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Michigan

  1609 Park Drive, Traverse City, MI 49696

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver informationCall for information about services for older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers.
  Call 800-442-1713DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on aaanm.org

• Veterans · County office

  Leelanau County Veterans Affairs

  8527 E Government Center Dr., Suttons Bay, MI 49682

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceVeterans can call to arrange help with benefits and other veterans services.
  Call 231-995-6070DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on leelanau.gov

Leelanau County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Leelanau County

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

Cities and towns in Leelanau County

• Empirenot checked yet
• Northportnot checked yet
• Suttons Baynot checked yet

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