Wexford County
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Local offices in Wexford County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
State office · State office
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Wexford County
10641 W. Watergate Rd., Cadillac, MI 49601
Help here
- Food and cash assistanceApply for state food and cash assistance and get help with other human services programs.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Housing authority · City office
Cadillac Housing Commission
111 S. Simons St., Cadillac, MI 49601
Help here
- Public housingApply for income-based apartments for eligible individuals and families.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cadillac-mi.net
Local office · Regional office
Michigan 211, Wexford County service
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall or visit online to find local help with housing, food, utilities, transportation, and other needs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on mi211.org
Public health · Regional office
District Health Department #10, Wexford County
521 Cobb St., Cadillac, MI 49601
Help here
- Public health servicesGet local public health services and information from the district health department.
- WICApply for WIC food benefits and get nutrition support for eligible families.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dhd10.org
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Northern Lakes Community Mental Health Authority, Cadillac office
527 Cobb St., Cadillac, MI 49601
Help here
- Community mental health servicesContact the local office about mental health and related community support services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on northernlakescmh.org
Local office · County office
Wexford County Administration
437 E. Division St., Cadillac, MI 49601
Help here
- County informationGet contact information and direction to Wexford County departments and services.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wexfordcounty.org
Older adults · Nonprofit
Wexford County Council on Aging
714 W. 13th St., Cadillac, MI 49601
Help here
- Aging servicesOlder adults can ask about in-home help, adult day care, meals, and other local support.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wexfordcoa.org
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.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on aaanm.org
Veterans · County office
Wexford County Veteran Services
401 N. Lake St., Cadillac, MI 49601
Help here
- Veterans benefits helpGet help with disability claims, VA health care applications, caregiver allowance, and other veteran needs.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wexfordcounty.org
Emergency help · County office
Wexford County Emergency Management
971 Lincoln St., Cadillac, MI 49601
Help here
- Emergency preparedness and responseGet information and help with preparing for, responding to, and recovering from emergencies and disasters.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on wexfordcounty.org
Jobs and training · Regional office
Northwest Michigan Works!, Cadillac Service Center
401 N. Lake St., Cadillac, MI 49601
Help here
- Job search and career servicesGet help with job searches, career planning, and workforce services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on networksnorthwest.org
State office · State office
Michigan Secretary of State, Cadillac office
1911 N. Mitchell St., Cadillac, MI 49601
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the branch for state driver and vehicle services.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Library · Regional office
Cadillac Wexford Public Library
411 S. Lake St., Cadillac, MI 49601
Help here
- Library access and resourcesGet a library card and use books, online resources, and library programs.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on cadillaclibrary.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Wexford 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 Services of Northern Michigan, Inc.
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
Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency Inc
3963 3 Mile Rd N, Traverse City, MI 49686-9164
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Wexford 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 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