Southfield
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Local offices in Southfield
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · City office
Southfield Human Services
26000 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Help here
- Food assistanceEligible residents can ask about food boxes and local food resources.
- Emergency and utility assistance referralsResidents facing hardship can ask about short-term help with utility bills and referrals to other resources.Read more
- Housing and basic needs referralsStaff can connect residents with help for housing, clothing, furniture, and other needs.Read more
- Legal aid referralsResidents can ask about free legal consultations for some civil matters.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofsouthfield.com
Housing authority · City office
Southfield Housing Department
26000 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Help here
- Housing and community developmentResidents can contact the department about affordable housing and neighborhood programs for eligible households.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofsouthfield.com
Utilities · City office
Southfield Water and Sewer Department
26000 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Help here
- Water and sewer billsResidents can get help with water or sewer bills, service, and payment options.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofsouthfield.com
Local office · Regional office
United Way for Southeastern Michigan 2-1-1
Help here
- Local help and referralsCall 2-1-1 to find local help with housing, food, bills, health care, and other needs.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org
Older adults · City office
Southfield Parks and Recreation Senior Services
26000 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Help here
- Senior programs and supportAdults age 50 and older can ask about activities, trips, nutrition programs, transportation, and Medicare or Medicaid help.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofsouthfield.com
State office · State office
Michigan Secretary of State Southfield Branch
25263 Telegraph Road, Southfield, MI 48033
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesResidents can visit for driver license, state identification, and vehicle services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Library · City office
Southfield Public Library
26300 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Help here
- Library servicesLathrup Village residents can apply for a library card and use library services here.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on southfieldlibrary.org
Local office · City office
City Hall / City of Southfield
26000 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Help here
- City information and service requestsCall City Hall for general city information or to find the right department.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofsouthfield.com
Parks and recreation · City office
Southfield Parks and Recreation
26000 Evergreen Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Help here
- Recreation programs and facilitiesResidents can register for sports, classes, skating, and other recreation programs.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofsouthfield.com
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Southfield
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
Forgotten Harvest
15000 W. Eight Mile Rd., Oak Park, MI 48237
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
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
Lakeshore Legal Aid
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
Oakland Livingston Human Services Agency
196 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, PO Box 430598, Pontiac, MI 48343-0598
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Oakland County
Southfield is in Oakland County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Oakland County WIC, Pontiac
1200 N. Telegraph Road, Building 34 East, Pontiac, MI 48341
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, parents, infants, and children can get healthy food and nutrition support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on oakgov.com
Public health · County office
Oakland County WIC, Southfield
27725 Greenfield Road, Southfield, MI 48076
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, parents, infants, and children can get healthy food and nutrition support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on oakgov.com
State office · State office
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Pontiac Office
51111 Woodward Avenue, Pontiac, MI 48342
Help here
- State benefits and family servicesContact the state office for help with benefits and family services.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Housing authority · County office
Oakland County Neighborhood and Housing Development
1200 N. Telegraph Road, Building 34 East, Pontiac, MI 48341
Help here
- Home Improvement ProgramEligible homeowners can apply for an interest-free loan for needed home repairs.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on oakgov.com
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
Public health · County office
Oakland County Health Division
1200 N. Telegraph Road, Building 34 East, Pontiac, MI 48341
Help here
- Public health servicesGet vaccinations and other public health services at the county health centers.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on oakgov.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
- United Way for Southeastern Michigan 2-1-1
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