Petersburg
Ask about Petersburg
Ask in your own words. We look up programs and offices for Petersburg and tell you where to go next.
Local offices in Petersburg
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Petersburg Water and Sewer Department
24 E. Center Street, Petersburg, MI 49270
Help here
- Water and sewer service and billingContact the department about water or sewer service, or call City Hall with billing and account questions.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on petersburgmi.gov
Local office · Regional office
Michigan 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, bills, health care, and other needs.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org
Local office · City office
Petersburg City Hall
24 E. Center Street, Petersburg, MI 49270
Help here
- City services and resident helpVisit or call City Hall for city forms, voting information, notary service, and other city questions.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on petersburgmi.gov
Library · County office
Summerfield–Petersburg Branch Library
60 E. Center Street, Petersburg, MI 49270
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the branch to use library collections, programs, and technology.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mymcls.com
Local office · Regional office
Summerfield–Petersburg Community Room
60 E. Center Street, Petersburg, MI 49270
Help here
- Community room reservationsResidents can reserve the community room in the library building for gatherings and meetings.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on petersburgmi.gov
City of Petersburg, Michigan website
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Petersburg
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
Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan
21405 Trolley Industrial Dr., Taylor, MI 48180
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
Michigan Advocacy Program
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
Monroe County Opportunity Program, Inc
1140 S Telegraph Rd, Monroe, MI 48161-4006
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Monroe County
Petersburg is in Monroe County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · State office
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Monroe Office
903 S Telegraph Road, Suite A, Monroe, MI 48161
Help here
- Food and cash assistanceApply for food, cash, and other assistance programs or get help with an existing case.Apply onlineRead more
- Medicaid and health coverageApply for Medicaid and get help with health coverage programs.Apply onlineRead more
- Child supportGet help applying for child support services and managing a child support case.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Public health · County office
Monroe County WIC Clinic
2353 S Custer Road, Monroe, MI 48161
Help here
- WIC nutrition and food benefitsEligible pregnant or postpartum women, infants, and young children can get food benefits, nutrition support, and referrals.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.monroe.mi.us
Housing authority · City office
Monroe Housing Commission
20 N Roessler Street, Monroe, MI 48162
Help here
- Public housingApply for income-based public housing in the City of Monroe.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on monroehousing.org
Public health · County office
Monroe County Health Department
2353 S Custer Road, Monroe, MI 48161
Help here
- Personal and public health servicesGet immunizations, testing, family health services, and help with health concerns in the community.
- Environmental healthGet information about food safety, water quality, sewage, and other environmental health concerns.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on co.monroe.mi.us
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Monroe Community Mental Health Authority
1001 S Raisinville Road, Monroe, MI 48161
Help here
- Mental health servicesGet help finding mental health services for children, families, and adults.
- Substance use servicesGet information about treatment, counseling, and detox services for substance use.
- Behavioral health urgent careGet immediate support for an urgent behavioral health need and help connecting with ongoing care.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on monroecmha.org
Courts and legal help · Nonprofit
Monroe County Legal Self-Help Center
1140 S Telegraph Road, Monroe, MI 48161
Help here
- Legal information and court formsGet free help finding legal information, court forms, instructions, and referrals.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on michiganlegalhelp.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.
- 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 844-875-9211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988