EightCAP, Inc. Community Resource Directory

Ionia County 2013-2014 …a Community Action Agency – John Van Nieuwenhuyzen, President 327 West Main Street  Ionia, MI 48846  (616) 527-2337 (Michigan Relay Center  1-800-649-3777  Voice and TDD) EightCAP, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities

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In this directory you will find valuable information for resources in your community. Names and phone numbers of local agencies that provide medical care, dental care, emergency assistance (such as food, clothing, shelter, utility payment assistance, etc.), and other services are included. At the time of this printing all information in the directory was accurate, but it can change at any time. . We try to keep all contact information changes up-to-date, on our website at www.eightcap.org as we become aware of them. EightCAP, Inc. Head Start 0-5 includes government funded programs providing services to prenatal moms and children 0-5 years of age. Early Head Start is a 0-3 child development program that is offered to pregnant women, infants, and toddlers. This is a home-based or center-based program, with weekly visits to the home or day care and bi-weekly group meetings for the parent(s) and child/children. Head Start is a preschool program for children ages 3-5 which provides children with a safe environment, nutritious meals, health care, and a variety of educational activities that help prepare them for kindergarten and beyond. Head Start 0-5 is free of charge and serves children whose families are within certain income guidelines and children with certified disabilities. Studies have shown that children in need often start school without the skills and confidence to keep up with their classmates; and as the years pass, their troubles are compounded by doing poorly or dropping out of school entirely. Head Start’s goal is to close the gap, ensuring children begin school as confident, healthy, and prepared students, thereby increasing their chances of academic success. Though the primary focus of Head Start 0-5 is the young child, the goals of the program do not end there. The mission of the program is to break the cycle of poverty and help families become and stay self sufficient. Head Start recognizes that parents are the child’s first and most important teachers and a valuable resource to the community. The program encourages parents to become involved in their child’s education. Staff is dedicated to helping meet families’ needs. When life’s basic necessities are lacking, parenting can be very challenging. Head Start assists each family in meeting their needs by using the resources of the family and the community.

Call 1-800-227-2437 to register for Head Start or Great Start Readiness Program Revised June 2013

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QUICK FIND INDEX Use the Quick Find Index pages as a reference for phone numbers. See the following Community Resource pages for further agency information. Abuse Child/ Spouse

Catholic Charities West Michigan (page 8) ...............................................(616) 522-0836 Department of Human Services (D.H.S.) (page 9) ....................................(616) 527-5200 Relief After Violent Encounter (RAVE) (page 22) ...................................(800) 720-7233

Adult Education

Belding Community Education (page 7) ...................................................(616) 794-4646 English as a Second Language (page 12) ........................................(616) 527-1360 x 116 Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (page 13) ...................................................(800) 443-3243 Heartlands Institute of Technology (page 14) ...........................................(616) 527-6540 Ionia County Literacy Council (page 16) ........................................(616) 527-1360 x 116 Lakewood Community Education (page 17) .............................................(616) 374-0211 Mid Michigan Migrant Education (page 20) .............................................(616) 794-4753 Montcalm Community College (Ionia Center) (page 20) ..........................(616) 527-3319 Portland Alternative and Community Education (page 21)……………...(517) 647-2987

Budgeting/ Financial

Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (page 13) ...................................................(800) 433-3243 Michigan State University Extension Office (page 19) .............................(616) 527-5357

Child Services Big Brothers Big Sisters (page 8) ..............................................................(517) 372-0160 Department of Human Services (D.H.S.) (page 9) ....................................(616) 527-5200 EightCAP, Inc. Head Start (0-5) (page 10-12) ..........................................(616) 527-2337 Great Start Readiness Program (page 13) ..................................................(800) 227-2437 Ionia County Health Department (pages 15-16) ........................................(616) 527-5341 Ionia County Intermediate School District (ICISD) (pages 16) ................(616) 527-4900  Early On (page 16) ............................................................................(616) 527-4900  Great Start Program (page 16) ..........................................................(616) 527-4900  Project Find (page 16) .......................................................................(616) 527-4900  Share Program (page 16) ..................................................................(616) 527-4900  Start Smart Program (page 16) .........................................................(616) 527-4900 Michigan Enrolls (page 19) .......................................................................(888) 367-6557 MIChild/Healthy Kids (page 20) ...............................................................(888) 988-6300 Special Olympics Michigan (page 23) .......................................................(616) 788-7616 Clothing

Christian Service Center (page 8) ..............................................................(616) 527-1530 Encounters Cares Baby Pantry (page 12)……………………………......(616) 794-5080 Goodwill Retail Outlet Store (page 13) .....................................................(616) 527-4404 Mel Trotter Ministries (page 19)................................................................(616) 794-9844 Pregnancy Services of Ionia County (page 21)..........................................(616) 527-4626

Counseling Services

Alternative Counseling Center (page 7) ................................................................ (989) 831-9111 Catholic Charities West Michigan (page 8)........................................................... (616) 522-0836 Community Hope Christian Counseling (page 9) ................................................. (616) 225-8220 Community Mental Health (page 9) ...................................................................... (616) 527-1790 Four Health Family Resource Center (page 13)………………………………..(616) 642-6466 Journeys Counseling Center (page 17) .................................................................. (616) 523-9003 Pine Rest (page 21) ................................................................................................ (800) 678-5500 Relief After Violent Encounter (RAVE) (page 22) ............................................... (800) 720-7233

Two Rivers Counseling (page 23) .............................................................(517) 647-4747 3

View Point Counseling (page 23) ..............................................................(616) 523-6537 Dentists

(pages 23-27)

Disability

Community Mental Health (page 9) ..........................................................(616) 527-1790 Department of Human Services—(State Disability) (page 9) ...................(616) 527-5200 Drop-In Center (page 10) ...........................................................................(616) 522-9773 Ionia County Health Department/Special Health Care (page 15-16) ........(616) 527-5341 Ionia County Intermediate School District (pages 16) ..............................(616) 527-4900  Early On (page 16) ............................................................................(616) 527-4900  Project Find (page 16) .......................................................................(616) 527-4900  Share Program (page 16) ..................................................................(616) 527-4900 Ionia County Public Schools (page 17)………………………………….(616) 527-9280 Saranac Lion’s Club (page 22) ..................................................................(616) 901-5473 Social Security Administration (page 23) ..................................................(800) 772-1213 Special Olympics Michigan (page 23) ......................................................... 800-644-6404

Doctors

(pages 26-29)

Emergency

Ambulance ....................................................................................................................911 Fire ................................................................................................................................911 Ionia Sheriff’s Department (page 17) ……………………………911 or (616) 527-5737 Michigan State Police (page 19) ................................................................(616) 527-3600 Police.............................................................................................................................911

Eye Doctors

(page 30)

Food

Food Banks and Meals and other Hunger Resources (pages 31-34) Department of Human Services (D.H.S.) (page 9) ....................................(616) 527-5200 EightCAP, Inc. Community Services (page 10-12) ...................................(616) 527-5507 First Congregational Church (page 13)......................................................(616) 374-8753 Ionia County Health Department (page 15-16) .........................................(616) 527-5341 Lakewood Community Council (page 17) .................................................(616) 374-3117 Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church (page 17) ................................................(616) 527-0970 Muir First Christian Church (page 20).......................................................(989) 855-2062 Portland Area Service Group (page 21) .....................................................(517) 647-4004 St. Joseph Church (page 22) ......................................................................(616) 794-2145 Saranac Community Church (page 22) ......................................................(616) 642-6322 Seventh Day Adventist Church (page 22) .................................................(616) 527-6465 Shiloh Community Church (page 23) ........................................................(616) 761-3584 Zion Lutheran Church (page 24) ........................................................................... (269) 374-3117 Zion United Methodist Church (page 24) .............................................................. (616) 527-1910

Furniture

Enrich (page 12) .........................................................................................(616) 522-1126 Goodwill Retail Outlet Store (page 13) ....................................................(616) 527-4404 Mel Trotter Ministries (page 19)…………………………………………(616) 794-9844

Government Directory

(page 42)

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Head Start (0-5)

Belding Head Start (page 7) .......................................................................(616) 794-9687 EightCAP, Inc. Head Start (0-5) (page 11) ................................................(616) 527-2337 Ionia Head Start (page 17)  Ionia I ................................................................................................(616) 527-7559  Ionia II ..............................................................................................(616) 527-7560 Orleans Head Start (page 20) ............................................................(616) 761-2296 x204

Hospitals

(page 36)

Hotline Numbers

(pages 39-41)

Housing

Belding Housing Commission (page 7)………………………………….(616) 794-1740 Department of Human Services (page 9) ...................................................(616) 527-5200 EightCAP, Inc. Community Services (pages 10-12) .................................(616) 527-5507 Habitat for Humanity (HFH) (page 14) Housing (Low Income) (see pages 37-38 for a complete listing) Housing Assessment Resource Agency (page 14)............................(616) 527-3351 x221 Ionia Housing Commission (page 17) .......................................................(616) 527-9060 McKinney Vento Homeless Students Supports (page 19) .........................(616) 225-6260 Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) (page 19) ...(517) 373-9344 Salvation Army (page 22) ..........................................................................(616) 527-5507 Saranac Housing Commission (page 22) ...................................................(616) 642-9832 Tri-County Home Works People Care Fund (page 23) .............(800) 421-8956 ext. 1218 USDA Rural Development (page 23) ...................................................(269) 657-7055 x4

Housing Repair

Commission On Aging (page 8) ................................................................(616) 527-5365 EightCAP, Inc. Community Services Weatherization Program (page 12) 866-754-9315 Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) ( page 14) USDA Rural Development (page 23) ...................................................(269) 657-7055 x4

Job Placement

Michigan Works (page 19-20) ...................................................................(616) 527-1360 Manpower (page 19) ..................................................................................(616) 527-6688

Legal

Farm Worker Legal Services (page 12) .....................................................(800) 968-4046 Friend of the Court (page 13).....................................................................(616) 527-5310 Legal Aid of Western Michigan (page 18) ................................................(800) 442-2777 Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors Elder Law (page 18) ........................(800) 347-5297 Michigan Migrant Legal Services (page 19) .............................................(616) 454-5055 Relief After Violent Encounter (RAVE) (page 22) ...................................(800) 720-7233

Libraries

Alvah N. Belding Memorial Library (page 7) ...........................................(616) 794-1450 Clarksville Area Library (page 8) ..............................................................(616) 693-1001 Ionia Community Library (page 17) ..........................................................(616) 527-3680 Lake Odessa Community Library (page 17) ..............................................(616) 374-4591 Lyons Township District Library (page 18) ..............................................(989) 855-3414 Orleans Township Public Library (page 21) ..............................................(616) 761-3111 Portland District Library (page 21) ............................................................(517) 647-6981 Saranac Library (page 22) ..........................................................................(616) 642-9146

Mental Health (see counseling services) (page 3-4) 5

Military

Military Resources (page 43-44)

Nutrition

Ionia County Health Department (WIC) (page 15-16) ..............................(616) 527-5341 Michigan State University Extension Office (page 19) .............................(616) 527-5357

Parenting

EightCAP, Inc. Head Start (0-5) (page 7) ..................................................(616) 527-2337 Ionia County Great Start Collaborative (page 14)……………………… (616) 522-1412 ICISD Great Start Program (page 16) ........................................................(616) 527-4900 Planned Parenthood (page 21) ...................................................................(616) 527-3340 Pregnancy Services of Ionia County (page 21)..........................................(616) 527-4626

Schools/College Belding Public Schools (page 8) ................................................................(616) 794-4700 Public/Charter Carson City-Crystal Community Schools (page 8) ...................................(989) 584-3138 Davenport University (page 9)...................................................................(866) 925-3884 Grattan Academy (page 13) .......................................................................(616) 691-9857 Ionia Public Schools (page 17) ..................................................................(616) 527-9280 Lakewood Public Schools (page 18)..........................................................(616) 374-8043 Mid Michigan Migrant Education Program (page 20) ..............................(616) 794-4753 Montcalm Community College (Ionia Center) (page 20)………………..(616) 527-3319 Portland Alternative and Community Education (page 21)……………...(517) 647-4161 Portland Public Schools (page 21) .............................................................(616) 647-4161 Saranac Community Schools (page 22) .....................................................(616) 642-1400 Threshold Academy (page 12) ...................................................................(616) 761-2296 Senior Citizens

Commission On Aging (page 8) ................................................................(616) 527-5365 EightCAP, Inc. Foster Grandparent/Senior Companion Programs (pages 11) ..................................................................................(616) 754-2660 Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors Elder Law (page 18) ........................(800) 347-5297 Social Security Administration (page 23) ..................................................(800) 772-1213

Substance Abuse

Alcoholics Anonymous (page 7) ...............................................................(800) 821-3014 Ionia County Health Department (page 15-16)………………………… (616) 527-5341

Transportation Dial-A-Ride – Belding (page 10) ...............................................................(616) 794-3278 Dial-A-Ride – Ionia (page 10) ...................................................................(616) 527-4000 Utility Assistance

Department of Human Services (D.H.S.) (page 9) ....................................(616) 527-5200 EightCAP, Inc. Community Services (page 11) ........................................(616) 527-5507 Salvation Army (page 22) ..........................................................................(616) 527-5507 Tri County Home Works People Care Fund (page 23)……... …(800) 421-8956 ext 1211

Volunteer Services

Enrich (page 12) .........................................................................................(616) 522-1126 United Way of Ionia/Montcalm Counties (page 23)..................................(616) 522-0339

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADOPTIVE FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK (616) 458-7945 233 Fulton St E. Suite 124 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.afsn.org Offers support groups, workshops and general information to all adoptive families in West Michigan. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (AA) Call Ionia County Health Department for local listings

(800) 821-3014 (616) 527-5341 www.aa.org Provides educational services for persons with alcohol, drug, or other related concerns. Services are also offered to families and friends of chemically dependent persons. Call to find locations in your area. ALTERNATIVE COUNSELING CENTER (989) 831-9111 129 E Main St Stanton, MI 48888 Offers counseling and anger management tools. Does not accept insurance. ALVAH N. BELDING MEMORIAL LIBRARY 302 East Main Street, Belding, MI 48809 Hours: Monday and Wednesday 9:00 am-8:00 pm; Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 am-1:00 pm; Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm

(616) 794-1450 www.belding.michlibrary.org

AMERICAN LEGION POST Belding Post 203 - 121 South Broas Street, Belding, MI 48809 (616) 794-2841 Saranac Post 175- 69 Bridge Street, Saranac, MI 48881 (616) 642-9674 Lends people (in Belding and Saranac areas) crutches, wheelchairs, and other hospital equipment. A $10.00 deposit is required but is refundable when items are returned. Large equipment (such as hospital beds) are not available. AMERICAN RED CROSS (of Greater Grand Rapids)24 hr. emergency (800) 482-2411 1050 Fuller Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 or (616) 456-8661 www.redcrossggr.org Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 am -5:00 pm American Red Cross offers blood drives and hundreds of education classes throughout the year on a variety of topics including: First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens, CPR and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED), babysitter’s training, pet first aid, wilderness first aid, water safety and swimming lessons. American Red Cross also provides emergency response for families affected by natural or manmade disasters, and offers multiple services for military families. BELDING COMMUNITY EDUCATION (616) 794-4646 1975 Orchard St, Belding, MI 48809 Provides: Adult education, alternative education, Teenage Parent Program, Adult Enrichment Program, and G.E.D. classes. BELDING HEAD START 100 W Ellis Ave, Belding, MI 48809

(616) 794-4150 www.eightcap.org

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BELDING HOUSING COMMISSION

(616) 794-1740

BELDING PUBLIC SCHOOLS 850 Hall St, Belding, MI 48809

(616) 794-4700 www.bas-k12.org

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS (517) 372-0160 330 Marshall St Lansing Mi 48912 www.bbbsmcr.org One-on-one mentoring for children ages 5-18. Child must be 5-14 to be eligible for enrollment. Community based programs, school based programs. BURN OUTPATIENT CLINIC -WESTERN MICHIGAN Spectrum Health Blodgett Campus 1840 Wealthy, SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 Hours: Monday, Wednesday 8am-4pm. Friday 8am-2pm Messages taken 24 hours a day. CARSON CITY-CRYSTAL AREA SCHOOLS 115 East Main Street, Carson City, MI 48811

(616) 774-3940

(989) 584-3138 www.carsoncity.k12.mi.us

CATHOLIC CHARITIES WEST MICHIGAN 601 East Washington Street, Suite A, Ionia, MI 48846

(616) 522-0836 or (866) 271-6796 www.ccwestmi.org Works to stabilize and strengthen families and children of all faiths through individual and family counseling, pregnancy support, adoption, and child abuse prevention program. Fees are based on a sliding scale determined by family size and income. Participates with most insurance plans. CELL PHONES If you receive food stamps, Medicaid, SSI, or have low income you may be eligible for a program that offers free cell phones and minutes. www.safelinkwireless.com or 1 (800) SAFE-LINK www.assurancewireless.com or (800) 898-4888. CHRISTIAN SERVICE CENTER (616) 527-1530 217 West Main Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Hours: Tuesday & Wednesday 9:00 am-12:00 pm & 1:00 pm-4 pm; Saturday 9-noon. Collects and distributes donated clothing and household items. CLARKSVILLE AREA LIBRARY 130 South Main Street, Clarksville, MI 48815 Hours: Tuesday 9:00am-1 pm Wednesday 9:00 am-7:00 pm; Thursday 9:00 am-5:00 pm; Friday & Saturday 9:00 am-1:00 pm

(616) 693-1001 www.clarksville.michlibrary.org

COMMISSION ON AGING (616) 527-5365 115 Hudson Street, Ionia, MI 48846 http://www.ioniacounty.org/commission-on-aging/default.aspx Provides programs to senior citizens including prescription assistance, respite care, home health aids, homemaker program, home delivered & congregate meals, tax preparation, transportation, caregiver services, home repair, Medicare and Medicaid Counseling, Senior Project Fresh program, wellness programs, and an adult activity center. 8

COMMUNITY HOPE CHRISTIAN COUNSEL & MENTAL HEALTH (616) 225-8220 6728 Vining Road, Greenville, MI 48838 Hours: Monday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm; Tuesday-Thursday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm; Closed Friday. Call to set up an appointment. Fees are based on a sliding scale. Medicaid/Medicare & other Insurances accepted. Services offered: Individual counseling, group counseling, family therapy, support groups, substance abuse assessments, substance abuse counseling, pre-marriage, marriage counseling, and parent education groups COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH (616) 527-1790 375 Apple Tree Drive, Ionia, MI 48846 24 Hour Toll Free Crisis Line (888) 527-1790 7441 Storey Road, Belding, MI 48809 208 W Bridge Street, Portland, MI 48875 Provides outpatient counseling and therapy for adults, children and adolescents with personal problems, including counseling for mentally impaired and developmentally disabled persons and their families. Psychological testing is also available for diagnosis and evaluation. Cost is based on income, services will not be denied based on ability to pay. Participates with some insurance. Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (616) 527-1790 A support group for grandparents (raising grandchildren of all ages) that meets on the second Tuesday of the month, from 6:30 pm to 8pm, in the conference room at Community Mental Health 375 Apple Tree Dr. Ionia. No Child Care Provided The meetings are informal with ample time for conversation and sharing as well as time for presentations and discussions about discipline, school problems, managing stress, legal issues and other topics of parenting young children. This group is the combined efforts of Ionia County Commission on Aging, Ionia County Child and Family Community Council, Ionia ISD and Ionia County Community Mental Health. COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH ATHORITY (888) 230-7629 CLINTON, INGHAM, AND EATON COUNTY 812 E Jolly Rd, Lansing MI 48910 (517) 346-8459 Coordinating agency for nine county region of Clinton, Eaton, Gratiot, Hillsdale, Ingham, Ionia, Jackson, Lenawee, and Newaygo for substance abuse services. Pre Payed Inpatient Health Plan DAVENPORT UNIVERSITY (866) 925-3884 6191 Kraft SE Grand Rapids, MI 49512 www.davenport.edu A private university that offers undergraduate and graduate programs in business, health, technology, and arts and science. Classes are offered on multiple campuses and online. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (D.H.S.) (616) 527-5200 (Formerly Family Independence Agency) 24 Hr (616) 527-5252 920 East Lincoln, Ionia, MI 48846 Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30-5:00pm To report the abuse of an adult or a child call 1-855-444-3911 You may also apply online for assistance www.michigan.gov\dhs Food stamps, medical assistance, FIP (formerly AFDC), child day care funding, State Emergency Relief for shelter and utilities, crisis prevention services, delinquency services, child foster home licensing, foster care placement, employment services, and volunteer services. Protective Services deals with child/adult abuse and neglect. Toys for Tots applications may be 9

filled out in the office in November.

DIAL-A-RIDE Belding (616) 794-3278 100 Depot Street, Belding, MI 48809 Provides transportation services within the Belding area and from Belding to Greenville, Orleans and Ionia. Transportation Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 am-5:30 pm; & Saturday 9:00 am-2 pm Transportation Hours to Orleans & Ionia: 8:30 am & 1:00 pm Fares (One way):  Children, senior citizens, & persons with a disability card $1.00  Students $1.50  Adults $2.00 Ionia (616) 527-4000 251 East Adams Street. Ionia, MI 48846 Provides curbside public transportation to Ionia, Easton, and Berlin townships, city of Ionia, and a section of Orange Township. 24-hour notice encouraged, but will take same day phone calls. Transportation Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 am-5:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am-1:00 pm Fares (One way):  Children, senior citizens, & persons with a disability card $1.50  Students K-12 $2.00  Adults and all other passengers $3.00 *Punch cards also available. Dial In Free

(800) 713- 8030 www.dialinfree.net Provides free dialup internet service to Michigan users with area codes: 231, 248, 269, 313, 517, 586, 616, 734, 810, 947, 989. Donated Dental Services of Michigan (866) 263- 4067 Serves low income, developmentally disables, physically handicapped, chronically ill or elderly. Call for an application or more information.

DROP-IN CENTER (616) 522-9773 302 E Main St Ste 2, Ionia, MI 48846 River’s Edge Drop-in Center, or REDIC. A community center for adults involved with the mental health system that has a persistent and severe mental illness. Must be 18 years or older. You don’t have to have a developmental disability to participation in the support groups. Hours: Monday-Thursday 10:00 am-4:00 pm Friday: 3:00 p.m.-9:00p.m. EIGHTCAP, INC. 327 West Main Street, Ionia, MI 48846

Administrative Office 904 Oak Drive-Turk Lake, Greenville, MI 48838 10

(616) 527-2337 or (616) 527-5507 http://www.eightcap.net (616) 754-9315 or (866) 754-9315

Community Services clients will be seen by appointment only.* · Heat/utility assistance available depending on funds  Shelter assistance available depending on funds  USDA Food Program  Mid-Michigan Community Action Food Program  Referrals to food banks, legal services, etc.  Income tax preparation of basic forms and rebates  Salvation Army funds for miscellaneous needs or services · Certified Michigan Enrolls counselor · Computer Access Station – Use this free service to discover other helpful information that goes beyond EightCAP Community Services range of assistance. To apply for services you will be asked to bring the following: · Birth dates for everyone in the home · Social Security cards for everyone in the home  Proof of gross income for the last 3 months for the entire household · A decision notice from DHS for all services requested Heat/utility assistance (the following additional information is needed):  Shut off notice or below 20% for deliverable fuel  Copy of Home Heat credit or explanation of why you didn’t apply Shelter Assistance (the following additional information is needed):  Eviction notice, homeless statement from shelter, foreclosure, etc.  Completed Landlord Form  We cannot help with security deposits  Decision Notice from DHS Early Head Start – Home Based (616) 754-9315 # 3369 Serving pregnant women, infants, and toddlers ages 0-3 in Clinton, Gratiot, Ionia, Isabella, and Montcalm counties with home visits, center based services, and family support. Foster Grandparents

(616) 754-9315 #3355 or (800) 221-2033 #3355 Men and women 55 years and older volunteer a minimum of 15 hours a week in public schools, Head Start centers, etc. to work with children and families. The Foster Grandparents are participating in the American Reads Challenge and America’s Promise. Participants receive a stipend, mileage reimbursement, annual physical and a meal at their site. Head Start

(616)754-9315 #3369 or (800) 221-2033 #3369 A federally funded free preschool program for children in Gratiot, Ionia, Isabella, and Montcalm Counties. Head Start provides children with a safe environment, nutritious meals, health care, and the skills that help prepare them for kindergarten and beyond. Senior Companions

(616) 754-9315 #3361 or (800) 221-2033 #3361 Senior Companions are volunteers who are 55 and older, income eligible and understand the challenges and importance of maintaining independence later in life. Senior 11

Companions provide person-to-person, non-medical support to adults with chronic mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, physically frail elderly and those who are homebound. Senior Companions serve a minimum of 15 hours each week. They receive a small non-taxable stipend, reimbursement for meals and mileage, on-duty insurance, annual physical, and monthly trainings. There is no cost to the clients they serve. Weatherization (866) 754-9315 Ext. 3420  Free program that will help lower your home energy costs and make your home more energy efficient. Please call to inquire about availability of program.  Services offered: check furnace, ceiling and floor insulation/ventilation, caulking, door sweeps, and weather stripping. Measures will vary based on computer-generated analysis of home.  3 months income needed, proof of ownership or Landlord contract info, energy bills, and proof of food assistance. If you have any questions regarding documentation for any of these EightCAP programs, please call the designated program phone numbers listed above. Threshold Academy (616) 761-2296 5827 Orleans Road, Orleans, MI 48865 The academy is a free public elementary school chartered through Central Michigan University and serves children grades K-6. ENCOUNTERS CARES BABY PANTRY (616) 794-5080 Located in Covered Village Mall, Belding, MI 48809 www.yourencounter.com Hours: 2nd Thursday of every month 5-6:30pm Free service to families with children newborn-elementary age. Helps provide families with basic needs. Some items that may be available are diapers, wipes, bottles, formula, blankets, toothbrushes, clothing and much more. Availability is dependent on donations. ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (616) 527-1360 x 116 307 W. Adams, Ionia MI 48846 Sponsored by the Ionia Literacy Council Cindy Talcott Offers individual tutoring to people living in Ionia County who want to learn to speak English. This service is free, but donations to the Literacy Council are appreciated. ENRICH (616) 522-1126 343 West Main Street, Ionia, M 48846 www.enrichionia.mi.org Assists low-income families through the Community Circle program. Provides used appliances and furniture for free to families with a need for them. There is also a store where other donated items can be purchased by the public. Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 11am-4pm. FARMWORKER LEGAL SERVICES

(800) 968-4046 (269) 492-7190 www.farmworkerlaw.org 3030 South 9th St, Suite 1A, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 Farmworker Legal Services is a legal aid office with attorneys and other legal staff who provide free legal assistance and referrals to migrant and seasonal farm workers throughout the state of Michigan. FLS assists them with legal problems in the following subject areas of Employment, Benefits, Housing, Education, and Immigration.

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FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA)-FREE APPLICATION

(800) 433-3243 www.fafsa.ed.gov Federal Student Aid, an office of the U.S. Department of Education, ensures that all eligible individuals can benefit from federally funded financial assistance for education beyond high school. FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH (616) 374-8753 767 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, MI 48849 Provides emergency food supply to families in all areas. Call ahead for an appointment. Pick up only. FOUR HEALTH FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER (616) 642-6466 92 North Bridge Street Saranac, MI 48881 www.fhfrc.com Professional therapists and educators offer a variety of unique services from individual therapeutic consultations to parent education programs for new or struggling parents. Couples/marriage counseling. Most insurance’s accepted. Business Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 9:30am-4:30pm, Wednesday 10am-2pm Evening and weekend hours are available, please call for an appointment. FRIEND OF THE COURT (616) 527-5310 110 East Washington Street, P.O. Box 47, Ionia, MI 48846 www.michigan.gov/micase The friend of the court office assists the court in custody and parenting time disputes. It enforces court orders when the parents are unable to resolve problems on their own. Hours: Monday–Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm GOODWILL RETAIL OUTLET STORE (616) 527-4404 153 Sprague Road, Ionia, MI 48846 www.goodwillgr.org Offers gently used or new merchandise at a fraction of its original price. Hours: Monday–Saturday 9:00am - 8:00 pm; & Sunday 11am-6:00pm GRATTAN ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Grades K-6: (616) 691-8999 12047 Old Belding Road, Grattan, MI 48809 Grades 6-12: (616) 754 9360 Grattan Academy is a tuition-free public school serving students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. GREAT START QUALITY CENTRAL RESOURCE CENTER (877)-614-7325 (Child Care and Early Learning Resources) www.greatstarttoquality.org Helps link parents and those caring for young children with the resources, supports, and services needed to give Michigan children a Great Start. Great Start CONNECT is our online statewide database of licensed, registered child care and early education programs in Michigan. Families can access this database 24 hours a day, seven days a week to quickly and conveniently search for and contact child care providers who match their needs. GREAT START READINESS PROGRAM (800) 227-2437 Offers preschool programs for four-year-old children who may be "at risk" of school failure as well as family involvement/parent education components. Call this number or your local elementary school to request a preschool registration.

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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY (HFH) www.ioniahabitat.org Builds new homes for qualified low-income families. A client enters into a Partnership Interest Free Mortgage. Families that are approved to purchase a home are required to work with volunteers in the building process. Family must live in Ionia County. You can download an application from the website listed above or pick up an application at First Bank of West Michigan or Independent Bank at the main downtown offices in Ionia, Belding, and Saranac. HOUSING ASSESSMENT RESOURCE AGENCY (HARA) (616) 527-3351 X 221 PO Box 93 Ionia mi 48846 Ionia and Montcalm Counties residence who are experiencing a house crises. The initial point of contact which will include a screening and intake. May also provide Housing Assessment to establish a "Housing Plan". Assistance may also be available depending on eligibility and available fund. Contact Rachel Pung the Ionia/Montcalm Counties Housing Resource Specialist for further details. HEARTLANDS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (616) 527-6540 250 East Tuttle Road, Ionia, MI 48846 Training center connected to the high school that teaches trades, such as dental assistant, child care, mechanics, etc. Adults may register for classes (for a fee) if there are openings. HOME IMPROVEMENTS AND STRUCTURAL ALTERATIONS (HISA) Under the Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) program, Veterans with service-connected disabilities or Veterans with non-service-connected disabilities may receive assistance for any home improvement necessary for the continuation of treatment or for disability access to the home and essential lavatory and sanitary facilities. A HISA grant is available to Veterans who have received a medical determination indicating that improvements and structural alterations are necessary or appropriate for the effective and economical treatment of his/her disability. A Veteran may receive both a HISA grant and either a Special Home Adaptation (SHA) grant or a Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) grant. For more information, visit: http://www.prosthetics.va.gov/HISA2.asp HOSPICE OF MICHIGAN (800) 840-5235 Call for local area information. www.hom.org Hospice of Michigan provides comprehensive, compassionate comfort care to people with acute chronic illness and support to their loved ones. IONIA COUNTY CLERK (616) 527-5322 100 West Main Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Monday –Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Obtain birth and death certificates. To order an out of county Michigan birth certificate visit, www.michigan.gov/mdch IONIA COUNTY GREAT START COLLABORATIVE (ICGSC) (616) 522-1412 2191 Harwood Rd, Ionia, MI 48846 www.greatstartioniacounty.org The ICGSC is a partnership of community leaders, business owners, charitable and faith-based organizations, health and human service agencies, educators and parents of birth to five children that come together for the purpose of promoting awareness and advocating for early childhood issues; planning and coordinating community services; and addressing factors that influence school readiness.

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IONIA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT (616) 527-5341 175 East Adams Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Services Offered: Family planning, WIC, communicable disease control, sexually transmitted disease control, tuberculosis detection and follow-up, immunizations, lead screening and followup, & Maternal and Infant Support Programs, hearing and vision screenings for children, Children’s Special Health Care Services, substance abuse prevention & treatment, drug testing, HIV & AIDS testing, smoking cessation, and Ionia Health Plan. Communicable Diseases Some diseases, such as measles, mumps, meningitis, sexually transmitted infections, tuberculosis, hepatitis, and rabies, are required to be reported to the local health department for follow-up. Our Communicable Disease nurse works in conjunction with area physicians and is available for information regarding these diseases and other illnesses. Immunizations Immunizations are available to eligible children at Health Department Clinics throughout the County. Children must qualify for low or no cost vaccines. There is a fee for children with insurance and for adult vaccines. Must bring a record of past immunizations. If someone other than the parent or guardian brings a child under 18 years of age, a permission note is required from the parent/guardian. The chicken pox vaccine is only available at the Ionia clinic. Those who are traveling outside of the U.S. should call for a consultation and appointment to receive the necessary vaccinations for a safe and healthy trip. There is a charge for travel immunizations.  Ionia Ionia County Health Department 175 East Adams Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday 9:00 am-11:30 am & 1:00pm – 4:00 pm; & Wednesday 1:00 pm-7:00pm  Belding United Methodist Church 301 South Pleasant, Belding, MI 48809 Hours: January-February 2nd Monday of the month 9:00 am-11:30 am; & March-December 3rd Monday of the month 9:00 am-11:30 am Ionia County Health Plan Provides insurance for low-income, uninsured residents who are not eligible for other insurance programs. The plan covers doctor visits, outpatient labs, x-rays and certain prescriptions. Also offers a prescription drug plan for those without prescription coverage. Lead Screening Children living in homes with a high environmental risk for lead poisoning and who are 6 months to 6 years of age can be screened through a blood test (finger poke) and environmental questionnaire. Those with high lead levels will be referred for further testing. There is a fee for the screening. Medicaid can be billed for this test. Maternal and Infant Support Services Pregnant women and babies on Medicaid are eligible for public health nursing, nutritional, and social work services regarding pregnancy-related issues. Also available are transportation assistance for appointments, childbirth classes, baby and child care, growth and development, nutrition, and assistance with parenting skills. 15

Substance Abuse Prevention Narcotics Anonymous, Teen Intervene and Smoking Cessation. Vision and Hearing Screening Technicians provide screening in schools, preschools and at monthly Health Department Clinics. Hearing and vision problems can lead to difficulties both at school and at home. Children 3 years and older can be screened. Those needing follow-up will be referred to a physician for care. Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) For pregnant women, children under five, and breastfeeding mothers. Must meet certain income guidelines, and be considered at nutritional risk. Through this program clients receive milk, eggs, juice, cereal, cheese, and peanut butter. Infants receive formula, cereal, and juice. Nutrition education classes are available. IONIA COUNTY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DISTRICT (ICISD)(616) 527-4900 2191 Harwood Road, Ionia, MI 48846 (888) 792-4491 www.ioniaisd.org A range of services and programs that include parenting support, developmental assessments, and programs for visually and hearing impaired. Dolly Parton Imagination Library www.imaginationlibrary.com Program for children 0-5 to receive a free book once per month. Early On____________________________________________ _______(800) 327-5966 www.1800earlyon.org Families who have concerns regarding their child's speech, language, or development can call for a free evaluation. Serving children 0-3 years old. Great Start Program (616) 527-4900 2191 Harwood Rd, Ionia MI 48846 www.greatstartioniacounty.org Literacy based playgroups (in the districts of Ionia, Portland, and Belding) providing child development and resource information for any family with a child age birth to five. Project Find (800) 252-0052 13109 Schavey Rd Suite 4 Dewitt, Mi 48820 www.projectfindmichigan.org Statewide connection which seeks to provide information and assists in identifying handicapped individuals ages 0-26 years. Share Program An early childhood special education program for eligible children that are newborn to three years old and their families providing developmental assessments, home visiting, playgroups, and a parent group. Start Smart Program Hearing, vision, speech, and developmental screenings for any child age birth to five and links for families to other community resources and programs. IONIA COUNTY LITERACY COUNCIL (616) 527-1360 x 116 307 West Adams Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Provides a tutoring services to adults and children, in reading, math, and English as a Second Language. The schedule and location of individual tutoring are determined by each student 16

and his/her tutor. The Literacy Council also offers opportunities to train as a volunteer tutor. IONIA COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT 133 East Adams, Ionia, MI 48846

(616) 527-5737

IONIA HEAD START www.eightcap.net Preschools provide children with a safe environment, nutritious meals, health care, and the skills they need to succeed in kindergarten and beyond. Children attend early childhood centers four half days each week. Ionia I 2191 Harwood Road, Ionia, MI 48846

(616) 527-7559

Ionia II 2191 Harwood Road, Ionia, MI 48846

(616) 527-7560

IONIA COMMUNITY LIBRARY (616) 527-3680 126 East Main Street, Ionia, MI 48846 www.ioniacommunitylibrary.org Hours: Monday-Thursday 10am-8pm Friday 10am-6pm Saturday 10am-2pm Public Library circulates books, books on CD, magazines, and DVD’s. Offers programs to promote reading in adults and children and provides public computers. IONIA HOUSING COMMISSION (616) 527-9060 667 Union Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Low income housing to those who qualify. Must apply to get on the waiting list. IONIA MONTCALM CONTINUUM OF CARE [email protected] The Continuum of Care for Ionia and Montcalm counties exists to identify and address the short– and long– term housing and shelter needs of households of limited resources in Ionia and Montcalm counties. The COC is a community-based association of concerned individuals and organizations operating within the Ionia and Montcalm County areas. IONIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS 250 East Tuttle Road, Ionia, MI 48846

(616) 527-9280

JOURNEYS COUNSELING CENTER 524 W Main, Ionia MI 48846

(616)523-9033

LAKE ODESSA COMMUNITY LIBRARY 1007 4th Ave, Lake Odessa, MI 48884 Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 am-7:00 pm; Wednesday & Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am-12:00 pm

(616) 374-4591 www.lakeodessalibrary.org

LAKEWOOD COMMUNITY COUNCIL (616) 374-3117 Offers help with utility shut-offs Christmas baskets, & fire relief. Emergency food available to families in the Lakewood School District Area. LAKEWOOD COMMUNITY EDUCATION Lakewood High School- Athletic Department 17

(616) 374-0211

7223 Velte Road, Lake Odessa, MI 48849 Call the Lakewood Athletic Department for more information. LAKEWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS 639 Jordan Lake Street, Lake Odessa, MI 48849 Contact Person: Connie Sines

(616) 374-8043 Fax (616) 374-8858

LEGAL AID OF WESTERN MICHIGAN (800) 442-2777 89 Ionia NW, Suite 400, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 www.legalaidwestmich.org Provides free legal assistance in the following non-criminal case areas: Government Programs Food stamps, Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security Disability, SSI, Unemployment Compensation and Veteran’s Benefits Consumer Problems Purchase of goods, loads, insurance, bill collection, repossession, and garnishment Landlord Tenant/Housing Evictions, rent increases, utility shut-offs, land contracts, faulty home improvements, financing scams, and title problems Family Law Divorce, domestic violence, child custody, and child support Other Guardianship, bankruptcies, and drivers’ license restoration LEGAL HOTINE FOR MICHIGAN SENIORS ELDER LAW (800) 347-5297 www.legalhotlineonline.org A hotline number for questions in regards to common legal issues for senior citizens. Free legal advice and information over the phone for any Michigan resident 60 years or older. To access the Michigan Pension Rights Project, call the Legal Hotline for Michigan Seniors and specify that you have a pension-related problem. LINCOLN AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH FOOD PANTRY (616) 527-0970 345 Lincoln Avenue, Ionia, MI 48846 Requires a referral from the Department of Human Services & or EightCAP Inc. Tuesday 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm Please call ahead to make an appointment. LYONS TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY 240 East Bridge Street, Lyons, MI 48851 Hours: Monday 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Tuesday-Thursday 10:00 am-6:30 pm; Friday 10:00 am-2:00 pm, Saturday 10:00 am-2:00 pm

(989) 855-3414

MANNA’S MARKET (269) 838-5887 115 N. Main St, Woodland, MI 48897 Lakewood School District area only Helps once a month. Residency and proof of income required for all individuals in household. Monday 10am – 2pm Thursday 4pm – 7pm, Friday 10am-12 and 5pm – 7pm 18

MANPOWER 429 W Main St, Ionia, MI 48846 Helps to find temporary and permanent job placement.

(616) 527-6688

MCKINNEY VENTO HOMELESS STUDENT SUPPORTS IN GRATIOT, ISABELLA, MONTCALM, IONIA COUNTIES (616) 225-6260 621 New St. PO 367, Stanton, MI 48888 Working with the students, families and schools to provide support, safety and success to students and their families experiencing homelessness. Working with agencies, churches and organizations to accomplish stability and school success for these students. “Leading, collaborating and serving to create education without Boundaries.” MEL TROTTER MINISTRIES 363 E State St, Belding, MI 48809 Provides lightly used clothing and household items at a low cost. Hours: Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm and Friday 10am-7pm.

(616) 794-9844

MICHIGAN ENROLLS (888) 367-6557 EightCAP, Inc. Michigan Enrolls Counselor (616) 527-5507 Beneficiary Help Line for non-enrollment issues (800) 642-3195 Call to apply for a managed care health plan. MICHIGAN MIGRANT LEGAL ASSISTANCE PROJECT (616) 454-5055 1104 Fuller NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503 http://migrantlegalaid.com/ Provides legal services to indigent migrant and seasonal farm workers and their families, regardless of immigration status. MICHIGAN STATE HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (517) 373-9344 PO Box 548, Dewitt, MI 48820 www.michigan.gov/mshda The Michigan State Housing Development Authority provides financial and technical assistance through public and private partnerships to create and preserve safe and decent affordable housing. MICHIGAN STATE POLICE 779 West Riverside Drive, Ionia, MI 48846

(616) 527-3600

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY EXTENSION OFFICE (616) 527-5357 50 East Sprague Road, Ionia, MI 48846 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am-12pm and 1pm-5pm Educational services offered: budgeting skills, homebuyer and foreclosure housing education, food safety, home food preservation, food and nutrition planning, chronic health management and prevention, entrepreneurship and 4-H. Provides information concerning agriculture and home horticulture. . MICHIGAN WORKS (616) 527-1360 307 Adams Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Fax:(616) 527-1421 Hours of operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm www.michworks.org Service Area: Ionia County Michigan Works! oversees a wide variety of programs designed to help job seekers find satisfying careers as well as to assist employers in finding skilled workers. We offer services to program eligible dislocated workers, unemployed or underemployed adults and youth. 19

Specialized services are available including labor market information, job search preparation, professional resume writing sessions, career assesments and exploration, WorkKeys assesment, occupational training and employment related support services. MICHILD/HEALTHY KIDS

(888) 988-6300 https://healthcare4mi.com/michild-web/ Provides health insurance for uninsured children of Michigan’s working families. Covers regular check-ups, shots, emergency dental care, pharmacy, hospital care, prenatal care and delivery, vision, hearing, mental health and substance abuse services for a $10.00 monthly fee. Call for an application or go online to fill out an application. You can also call the Ionia County Health Department for an application. MID-MICHIGAN MIGRANT EDUCATION& ELL PROGRAM (616) 794-4753 Operated by Belding Area Schools [email protected] Woodview Elementary School, 450 Orchard Street, Belding, MI 48809 The program provides supplemental educational services for eligible migrant students and for English Language Learners (ELL) in 18 school districts covering most of Montcalm, Ionia, Clinton, and Gratiot Counties. The primary purpose of the program is to provide direct tutorial services to eligible students. In addition, the program provides written translations of school documents and classroom communications, spoken interpretation during parent meetings at school, assistance to families in enrolling students in school, and professional support for regular education staff. The program also operates a 30 day summer school for eligible migrant and ELL students in the four counties. Transportation is provided to the schools in Belding and Westpahlia from the four-county area. MONTCALM COMMUNITY COLLEGE (IONIA CENTER) (616) 527-3319 250 East Tuttle Road, Ionia, MI 48846 www.montcalm.edu Contact Person: Amyee Carson Offers Associates Degrees and Certificates in Liberal Arts and Occupational Programs, job training programs are offered to meet the needs of the changing economy. Provides educational opportunities via credit and non-credit classes, both online and in a traditional classroom setting. In addition to the main campus in Sidney, the college has learning centers in Ionia, Greenville, Howard City, and Alma. On-site workplace training can also be arranged. A pool, gym, and fitness center, including a climbing wall, are available for a minimum cost on the main campus in Sidney. MONTCALM IONIA COLLEGE ACCESS NETWORK (MICAN) (616) 527-4900 www.micanonline.org Provides guidance for individuals interested in education after high school. Can help fill out college applications, filing for Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or finding college information.

MUIR FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (989) 855-2062 138 Garden Street, Muir, MI 48860 Contact Person: Pat Davis Helps once a month. Residency and income proof is required for all individuals in household. Tuesday 9am – 2:30pm Servicing Lyons, Muir, Pewamo, Palo and Hubbardston area families. You will need to have proof of income, birth certificate and residency. ORLEANS HEAD START

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5827 Orleans Rd., Orleans, MI 48865 ORLEANS TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY 3069 Palmer Road, Orleans, MI 48865 Hours: Monday and Wednesday 3pm-5pm and Saturday 1pm-3pm

www.eightcap.org (616) 761-3111

PINE REST 300 68th St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49548 Inpatient Mental Health Services Sub-Acute Detox Services Substance Abuse Counseling Also has Lake Odessa office: 616-891-8770

(800) 678-5500

PLAN FIRST Free Family Planning Services for qualified Michigan Residents. 19 through 44 years of age Who are not currently Medicaid eligible DHS will determine eligibility for this program

(800) 642-3195

PLANNED PARENTHOOD (616) 527-3340 175 East Adams Street, Ionia, MI 48846 fax (616) 527-6441 Offers complete family planning services, referral services, and educational programs. Testing and treatment of sexually transmitted disease and pregnancy testing. Monday 9am-5pm, Tuesday 3 pm-8 pm, Wednesday 11am-5pm, Thursday 10 am-7 pm PORTLAND ALTERNATIVE AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION (517) 647-2987 1090 Ionia Road Portland, MI 48875 Offers Alternative Education to teens 8th grade-19 years old. Also offers adult High School completion classes for adults over 20 years old. Virtual school starting in the fall 2013 7th grad -19 years. PORTLAND AREA SERVICE GROUP (517) 647-4004 144 Kent Street, Portland, MI 48875 Food Bank, A.A., Monthly Commodities, Foot Clinic, Casino Bus Trips Food Bank Hours: Monday 9:30 am-11:30 am Proof of income is required. Provides entertainment (cards, bingo, etc.) social gatherings, lunch, and some medical supplies. Portland residents only. PORTLAND DISTRICT LIBRARY (517) 647-6981 334 Kent Street, Portland, MI 48875 www.pdl.michlibrary.org/ Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00 am-8:00 pm; Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am-2:00 pm PORTLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS 1100 Ionia Road, Portland, MI 48875

(517) 647-4161 www.portlandk12.org

PREGNANCY SERVICES OF IONIA COUNTY (616) 527-4626 208 West Main Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Hours: Tuesday 1:00 pm-7:00 pm Works to lessen the trauma of an unplanned pregnancy by offering emotional support, resources and information. Services include: free pregnancy testing, information about sexually transmitted diseases, abstinence, adoption options, and parenting. Material assistance such as 21

infant – 4T clothing, diapers, formula, and a loan of baby furniture is also available. RELIEF AFTER VIOLENT ENCOUNTER ( RAVE) IONIA/MONTCALM Administration Office (616) 527-3351 Greenville Outreach Office (616) 225-1995 Ionia Safe House 24 hour crisis line (800) 720-SAFE (7233) Services are free and confidential. Offers support and individual counseling for children and adults. Other services include: legal advocacy, court accompaniment, support group, safety planning, crisis intervention, information and referral, parenting information and education, prevention services for adolescents, on-thescene response project, temporary emergency shelter, and education on the dynamics of domestic violence and sexual assault. ST. JOSEPH CHURCH (616) 794-2145 409 South Bridge Street, Belding, MI 48809 Food Bank Hours: Tuesday and Thursday 1pm – 3pm Need proof of residency/children attending Belding schools. Individuals are able to access food once a month. SALVATION ARMY (616) 527-5507 EightCAP Inc. Outreach Office 327 West Main Street, Ionia, MI 48846 The agency carries out a year round program to assist in meeting emergency needs. SARANAC COMMUNITY CHURCH 125 South Bridge Street, Saranac, MI 48881 Food Bank Hours: Thursday 2pm – 4pm Food is available to Saranac & Clarksville residents once a month. SARANAC COMMUNITY SCHOOLS 88 South Pleasant Street, Saranac, MI 48881 SARANAC HOUSING COMMISSION 203 Parsonage, Saranac, MI 48881 Low income housing for elderly persons and families.

(616) 642-6322

(616) 642-1400 www.saranac.k12.mi.us (616) 642-9832 Fax (616) 642-9020

SARANAC LIBRARY (616) 642-9146 61 Bridge Street, Saranac, MI 48881 www.saranacpl.michlibrary.org Hours: Monday 12 pm-7 pm; Tuesday-Thursday 9:00am-5:00pm; Friday and Saturday 9:00am-1:00pm SARANAC LION’S CLUB (616) 901-5473 Contact: Gary Hubbard Provides aid in helping with eyeglasses and eye exams to members of the community who are in need. Serving the Ionia and Saranac area. SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH 721 Elmwood Drive, Ionia, MI 48846 Food Bank Hours: Every 2nd, 4th and 5th Tuesday 9:30 am-2:00 pm Must have DHS/8CAP referral. For food only. Clothing may also be available.

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(616) 527-6465

SHILOH COMMUNITY CHURCH (616) 761-3584 8197 Heth, Orleans, MI 48865 Call 24 hrs in advance. Open Monday 11am – 1pm. You must call by Friday to receive help the following Monday. Help is available 5 times a year to date. SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION

(800) 772-1213 www.ssa.gov 1940 Sweeney Street, PO Box 428, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 (877) 405-7667 730 Water Tower Road, Big Rapids, MI 49307 (800) 772-1213 3045 Knapp St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 (877) 319-5710 Hours: Monday–Friday 9:00 am–4:00 pm Administers the social security and SSI income program for disabled persons of any age. SPECIAL OLYMPICS MICHIGAN

1-800-644-6404 www.somi.org Year round sports training and competition for individuals who are intellectually disabled are provided. Participants may be ages 5 years and older. TRI-COUNTY ELECTRIC PEOPLE FUND (800) 421-8956 Ext. 1218 Contact Tanya Chneider www.homeworks.org Only provides coverage to certain areas of Ionia Co. – Southern & Western portion TWO RIVERS COUNSELING (517) 647-4747 307 Kent Street, Portland, MI 48875 www.tworiverscounselingpc.com Marjery Briggs, MPA, LMSW, ACSW, CAADC Teen Provides adult, teen and family counseling, trauma, grief and loss, & substance abuse services. Also provides services for other addictions including gambling. UNITED WAY OF IONIA/MONTCALM COUNTIES (616) 794-9841 10260 S Sheridan Rd Fenwick, MI 48834 /www.liveunitedm-i.org/ Hours: Monday – Friday 8am-4:30pm Hours may vary please call first. Referrals to local agencies that assist in meeting community needs. Provides volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups. USDA RURAL DEVELOPMENT (269) 657-7055 x 4 1035 E Michigan Ave Suite A, Paw Paw MI 49079 As a part of USDA Rural Development, our mission is to improve the quality of life in rural areas. Housing and Community Facilities Programs helps rural communities and individuals by providing loans and grants for housing and community facilities. We provide funding for single family homes, apartments for low-income persons or the elderly, housing for farm laborers, childcare centers, fire and police stations, hospitals, libraries, nursing homes, schools, and much more. VIEWPOINTE COUNSELING (616) 523-6537 313 W. Main St. Ionia MI 48846 Bringing a new perspective to life…Randy Materson, Mary McGuire, Candy Straubel-Sower and Sarah Tarkowski

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WOMEN'S RESOURCE CENTER (616) 458-5443 678 Front Avenue NW, Suite 180, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 www.grwrc.org Hours: Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday 9:00 am-5:00 pm; Tuesday 9:00 am-7:00 pm; & Friday 9:00 am-12:00 pm Provides coaching, mentoring, skill building, resume writing and supportive services to help women find jobs and transition to economic independence. ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH 616-374-3117 6261 Velte Road, Woodland, MI 48897 Food bank is available to Lakewood area families. Open Tuesday 6-7pm. ZION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH (616) 527-1910 423 West Washington Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Food Bank Hours: Wednesday 2pm-4:30pm. Mobil food truck is every 2nd Tuesday at 3:30 at the Fair Grounds (except July which is at Zion Church. Families must bring their own containers.

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DENTISTS CEDAR FAMILY DENTAL (517) 394-2226 6250 South Cedar Street, Suite 5, Lansing, MI 48911 Accepting new patients. Participates with Medicaid (under 21) MIChild and Healthy Kids. CHERRY STREET HEALTH SERVICES 550 Cherry Street S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Offers services on a sliding-scale fee. Many bilingual staff.

(616) 235-7289 www.cherryhealth.org

COLE, CHARLES DDS (616) 527-0920 213 West Main Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Accepting new patients. Does not accept Medicaid. Participates with Healthy Kids, Delta Dental, Blue Cross Blue Shield, & MIChild. COOPER, MATT DDS (616) 794-1145 306 East Center Street, Belding, MI 48809 Participates with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental and Healthy Kids. Does not accept Medicaid DEXTER, SCOTT DDS Pediatric Dentist 815 Kids Court, Lansing, MI 48917 (Tuesday-Thursday Hours) Accepting new patients. Serves children under the age of 10 years. Participates with Healthy Kids, MIChild, and Delta Dental. Does not participate with Medicaid.

(517) 321-8280 www.webabyteeth.com

DONATED DENTAL SERVICES OF MICHIGAN (866) 263-4067 Serves developmentally disabled, physically handicapped, chronically ill or elderly. Call for an application or more information. EASTERN DENTAL (616) 974-0991 2426 Burton Street S.E. Suite 1, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 www.grsmiledoc.com Participates Medicaid for children ages 3-18 years. Participates with MIChild, and Healthy Kids Accepting new patients. Also bilingual staff. ELLSWORTH, KATHLEEN 60 North Bridge Street, Saranac, MI 48881 Participates with MIChild, and Healthy Kids. Pediatric patients only.

(616) 642-3500 www.doctorkat.com

FERRIS STATE UNIVERISITY DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC (231) 591-2260 200 Ferris Dr, Big Rapids, MI 49307 Open September through April Accepts Medicaid with $3 co-pay. $25 Adult cleaning $20 children 13 and under. FLAT RIVER FAMILY DENTISTRY (616) 794-0490 9019 W Belding Rd, Suite 2, Belding, MI 48809 /www.flatriverfamilydentistry.com/ 124 W Cass St, Greenville, MI 48838 Hours: Monday 9am-6pm, Tuesday 8am-5pm, Every other Thursday 8am-5pm Accepting new patients. Does not accept Medicaid. Participates with Healthy Kids, Delta Dental, Blue Cross Blue Shield, & MIChild. Mahar, Sarah DDS, Kinser, Shawn DDS, and Faber, Kirkwood DDS 25

FREEMAN, AARON DDS 924 4th Avenue, Lake Odessa, MI 48849 Participates with Healthy Kids, MIChild and Delta Dental. Does not participate with Medicaid.

(616) 374-8053 www.aaronfreemandds.com

GRAND RAPIDS CC DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC (616) 234-4237 143 Bostwick NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 Call for information about Medicaid participation. People with no insurance accepted Population served: disabled, handicapped, seniors, children over 5 and under 18, Services: x-rays, sealants, fluoride, and cleanings. GRAND VALLEY DENTAL CARE (616) 245-2767 2020 South Division Avenue, Grand Rapids, MI 49507 Participates with Medicaid, Healthy Kids, and MIChild. Also participates with most private insurances for children. Does not accept Medicaid for adults over 19 or older. HUTNIK, GARY DDS (517) 647-6205 155 Rowe Avenue, Portland, MI 48875 www.hutnikdds.com Participates with Healthy Kids, MIChild, Delta Dental, United Concordia and BCBS. IONIA FAMILY DENTISTRY (616) 527-4930 430 Swartz Court, Ionia, MI 48846 www.ioniafamilydentistry.com Participates with Delta Dental and Healthy Kids, MIChild. Provides a variety of services. Does not accept Medicaid for adults over 21. JOHNSON, CRIST DDS 330 Lovell Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Participates with MIChild and Healthy Kids, Delta Dental. Does not accept Medicaid for adults over 21.

(616) 527-3460

KLEIN, JAMES DDS 502 Skyview Drive, Ionia, MI 48846 Participates with Healthy Kids and MIChild. Does not accept Medicaid for adults over 21

(616) 527-3866

LANSING CC DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC 515 N. Washington Square, Room 107, Lansing, MI 48901 Call for rates. Offers cleanings, fillings, and x-rays.

(517) 483-1458

LICARI, GERALD DDS 1032 4th Avenue, Lake Odessa, MI 48849 Participates with Delta Dental, Healthy Kids, and MIChild. Does not accept Medicaid for adults over 21

(616) 374-8828

MAUREN, MIKE DDS (517) 647-0081 9751 East Grand River, Portland, MI 48875 Participates with Delta Dental. Does not accept Medicaid for adults over 21. MCCOY, BRADLEY DDS (616) 794-2430 306 West Main Street, Belding, MI 48809 Participates with Delta Dental and Healthy Kids. MICHILD, And Blue Cross Blue Shield Does not accept Medicaid for adults over 21. 26

MCREE, JOHN DDS 241 Vosper Street, Saranac, MI 48881 Participates with Delta Dental and Healthy Kids. Does not accept Medicaid for adults over 21.

(616) 642-9471 www.Drmcree.com

MILLER, ROGER DDS 811 West Grand River Avenue, Portland, MI 48875 Participates with Healthy Kids, MIChild, Delta Dental Does not accept Medicaid for adults over 21

(517) 647-7878

MONTCALM AREA HEALTH CENTER 1003 N. Lafayette, Greenville, MI 48838 Participates with Healthy Kids, Delta Dental, MIChild, and Medicaid

(616) 225-9650

MUSCOTT & MUSCOTT & CUSSACK DDS (616) 527-6777 2264 South State Road, Ionia, MI 48846 www.muscottandmuscott.com Accepting new patients. Participates with Premier Delta Dental. Will bill Healthy Kids & MIChild Does not accept Medicaid for adults over 21 PAYNE, ROBERT DDS (616) 527-2220 229 West Main Street, Ionia, MI 48846 www.ioniadental.com Accepting new patients. Participates with Delta Dental and Healthy Kids, MIChild. Does not accept Medicaid for adults over 21. No Straight Medicaid. PAYNE, ROBERT (616) 942-9840 1179 East Paris S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49546 www.pediatrictoothdoc.com Participates with Healthy Kids (children 6 and under outside Kent County). Does not accept Medicaid. SARANAC DENTAL CARE 54 South Bridge Street, Saranac, MI 48881 Participates with Healthy Kids and Delta Dental.

(616) 642-9478

SCHNEIDER, JAMI DDS 119 E. Bridge Street, Portland, MI 48875 Does not Participates with Medicaid

(517) 647-4511

TIFT, DANIEL DDS 302 East State Street, Belding, MI 48809 Participates with Delta Dental. Does not participate with Medicaid.

(616) 794-2620 www.danieltiftdds.com

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN DENTAL SCHOOL 1011 North University, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 Call for more information regarding Medicaid participation for adults

(734) 763-6933 (888) 707-2500

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DOCTORS A –DOC MEDICAL CENTER 910 E. Lincoln, Ionia MI 48846 Participates with Medicaid and Molina

(616) 527-2370

AMBULATORY CARE CLINIC 3015 South State Road, Ionia, MI 48846 Jamie Hall, D.O. Participates with Medicaid.

(616) 522-9110

BARKER, CHARLES 215 East State, Belding, MI 48809 Participates with Straight Medicaid and Molina.

(616) 794-1810

BARNETT, CLARENCE M.D. 1020 Fourth Avenue, Lake Odessa, MI 48849 Participates with Medicaid.

(616) 374-8881

CLARKSVILLE FAMILY MEDICINE 155 East Cross Street, P.O. Box 169, Clarksville, MI 48815 Donald Gingerich, D.O. Participates with Medicaid.

(616) 693-2350

HEART OF THE CITY PEDIATRICS (616) 459-4314 100 Cherry St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (part of Cherry Street Health Services) Participates with Medicaid. IONIA FAMILY PRACTICE 330 Lovell Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Participates with Medicaid. Laura Kass, PA-C

(616) 527-5732

LAKEWOOD FAMILY HEALTH CARE (616) 374-7660 4294 Laurel Drive, Lake Odessa, MI 48849 Laurie Braker, M.D. Erika Nyman, PA-C Rebecca Eckert RN-P Lee Stuart, M.D .Brian Swanton, M.D. Participates with Straight Medicaid only for Lakewood School District residents. LYONS FAMILY CARE CENTER (989) 855-3345 505 East Bridge Street, Lyons, MI 48851 L. John Osborn, D.O. Douglas Poff, D.O. Participates with Medicaid, Priority Health, and most private insurances. MONTCALM AREA HEALTH CENTER 1003 N. Lafayette, Greenville, MI 48838 Participates with Healthy Kids, MIChild and Medicaid.

(616) 225-9650 fax (616) 225-8525 www.cherryhealth.org

PEDIATRICS AND ADOLESCENT SPECIALISTS (989) 584-3981 245 South Second Street, P.O. Box 847, Carson City, MI 48811 Alberto Betancourt, M.D. Accepting new patients. Participates with Medicaid, Priority Health and most private insurances. 28

PORTLAND FAMILY CARE CENTER 406 Kent Street, Portland, MI 48875 Gerald Brown, D.O. Michael Schafer, D.O. Not accepting new Medicaid patients.

(517) 647-4166

PORTLAND FAMILY HEALTH CENTER (517) 647-6722 9751 East Grand River, Portland, MI 48875 Angie Beckhold, PA-C Zuhair Abualrihy MD Participates with Medicaid. Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm; Tuesday 8am-7pm. SPECTRUM HEALTH BELDING FAMILY MEDICINE 1227 W. State St, Belding, MI 48809 Linda Satterlee D.O Nichole Parrott, PA-C Robert Shannon M.D. Accepts Medicaid for current patients only. SCHMID, EDMONDSON AND ROUSE 107 North Bridge Street, Saranac, MI 48881 Does not participate with Medicaid TONY BALICE CLINIC 550 East Washington Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Participates with Medicaid. Chris Ruthruff, D.O. Lauren Smith, M.D. Lynn Toaz, D.O. Rose Hunter, D.O.

(616) 794-0940

(616) 642-9408 www.ersfamilymedicine.com

(616) 523-1600

Susan Wilson F.N.P. Greg Lawson M.D.

Call for appointments at above offices and ask if they participate with your type of insurance. Participation in insurance programs may change.

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EYE DOCTORS ADVANCED EYE CARE (616) 522-1000 2001 E Blue Water Highway, Ionia, MI 48846 www.adveyecare.net Complete Optical Care. Participates with all forms of Medicaid including Straight Medicaid. GRAND RAPIDS OPHTHALMOLOGY (616) 527-1640 537 West Main Street, Ionia, MI 48846 www.seeitclear.com Doctors: Gregory Patera, David DenBraber and Kenyon Kendall (on Friday’s) Participates with all forms of Medicaid. LANSING OPHTHALMOLOGY 1170 Jordan Lake Road, Lake Odessa, MI 48849 Participates with Straight Medicaid and McLaren for examines only.

(616) 374-3284 www.loeye.com

MAYSTEAD, SUZANNE 1311 East Bridge St, Portland, MI 48875 Does not participate with Medicaid.

(517) 647-7515

RIEMER EYE CARE (517) 647-2020 207 East Bridge, Portland, MI 48875 Participates with Straight Medicaid, McLaren, PHP and Health Plan of Michigan. RX OPTICAL (616) 527-9279 3125 South State Street, Ionia, MI 48846 rxoptical.com Participate with Medicaid, Meridian, and McLaren. Offers discount to patients with Medicaid. VISION SERVICE PLAN (616) 754-9315 x 3364 Contact: Christa Jerome EightCAP Inc. 0-5 Hear Start or (866) 754-9315 x 3364 The gift certificate will pay for an eye exam and glasses for any child 18 years and younger who has not graduated from high school. Available once a year to children whose families meet the income guidelines and do not have vision insurance. WAL-MART VISION 3062 South State Road, Ionia, MI 48846 Participates with Molina for people under 21 and MiChild

(616) 527-5894

Call for appointments at above offices and ask if they participate with your type of insurance. Participation in insurance programs may change.

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FOOD BANKS BELDING

Encountering Lives Baby Pantry North end of Belding’s Covered Village Mall 120 Covered Village, Belding MI 48809 [email protected] Open 2nd Thursday of the month 6:00pm-7:30pm St. Joseph Catholic Church 409 South Bridge Street Belding, MI 48809 (616) 794-2145 Open Tuesday and Thursday 1-3pm Must have proof of residency/children attending Belding Schools. Food may be accessed once a month.

LAKE ODESSA First Congregational Church 767 Fourth Avenue Lake Odessa, MI 48849 (616) 374-8753 Appointments needed. Call ahead. Manna’s Market 115 N. Main Street Woodland, MI 48897 (269) 838-5887 Jayne Lakewood School District area only. Helps once a month. Residency and income proof is required for all individuals in the house. Monday 10:00am-2:00pm, Thursday 4:00pm-7:00pm, Friday 10:00am-12:00pm and 5:00pm – 7:00pm. Pleasant Valley United Brethren Food and baby Pantry 13120 Bell Rd. Lake Odessa, MI 48849 (616) 693-2265 Wednesday 4:00pm-6:00pm and Friday 11:00am-1:00pm West Berlin Wesleyan Church 5110 West Portland Road Lake Odessa, MI 48849 (616) 693-2668 Call ahead and make appointment Helps 2 times a year.

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IONIA

Church of the Nazarene 83 East Tuttle Ionia, MI 48846 (616) 527-9350 Food pantry and clothing Monday 3:00pm-4:30pm Call ahead for appointments in emergency situations. EightCAP, Inc. 327 West Main Street Ionia, MI 48846 (616) 527-5507 Food Commodity Card only. Ionia Seventh Day Adventist Church 721 Elmwood Drive Ionia, MI 48846 (616) 527-6465 (DHS/8CAP referral needed for food only) Open every 2nd, 4th, and 5th Tuesdays 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Clothing may also be available. Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church 345 Lincoln Avenue Ionia, MI 48846 (616) 527-0970 www.lincolnavenuebaptistchurch.com Requires a referral from the Department of Human Services or EightCAP, Inc. Photo ID required. Tuesday’s 3:30pm-5:00pm Please phone first. Zion United Methodist Church 423 West Washington Street Ionia, MI 48846 (616) 527-1910 Open Wednesday 2pm-4:30pm. Mobil Food Truck 2nd Tuesday 3:30pm at the Ionia County Fair Grounds. Except for July the food truck will be at Zion United Methodist Church. Families are asked to bring their own containers.

GREENVILLE Greenville Church of the Nazarene 10087 S Greenville Rd, Greenville, MI 48838 (616) 754-7605 Wednesday 4:00pm-6:00pm Twice a month.

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MUIR/LYONS

Muir First Christian Church 138 Garden Street Muir, MI 48860 Pat Davis (989) 855-2064 (989) 855-2029 Church Tuesday 9am-2:30pm Lyon/Muir/Pewamo, Hubbbardston and Palo Area Families. Proof of Residency, income and birth certificates needed.

ORLEANS

Shiloh Community Church 8197 Heth Street Orleans, MI 48865 (616) 761-3584 Call ahead 24 hour notice. Open Monday 11:00am-1:00pm. You must call by Friday the following week for help on Monday. Helps up to 5 times a year.

PORTLAND

Epic Community Church 1455 E. Grand River Avenue Portland, MI 48875 (517)647-7750 Call ahead for appointment. Appointments are the first Saturday of the month from 9am-12pm. Immediate need appointments may be made throughout the month by calling. First Congregational Church 421 East Bridge Street Portland, MI 48875 (517) 647-6441 Call ahead for appointment. Portland Area Service Group 144 Kent Street Portland, MI 48875 (517) 647-4004 Open Monday 9:30 A.M – 11:30 A.M. Proof of income required. Helps once/6 weeks. Portland Schools.

SARANAC

WOODLAND

Saranac Community Church 125 South Bridge Street Saranac, MI 48881 (616) 642-6322 Thursday 2:00pm-5:00pm. Only available to Saranac and Clarksville residents once a month. Zion Lutheran Church 6261 Velte Road Woodland, MI 48897 (616) 374-3117 Serves only Lakewood School district. Open Tuesdays 6-7pm. For emergency situations please call first.

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Meals First United Methodist Church 105 East Main Street Ionia, MI 48846 (616) 527-1860 Mondays 6pm

Zion United Methodist Church 423 West Washington Street Ionia, MI 48846 (616) 527-1910 Thursdays 6pm

Belding Ministerial Association God’s Kitchen 409 S Bridge Street Belding MI, 48846 (616)794-2145 Thursday 5:00pm-6:00pm

First Congregational Church 421 East Bridge Street Portland, MI 48875 (517) 647-6441 Mondays 4-6pm Meals available September-May

* Commodity/Government Surplus Foods (Distributes government surplus food monthly) (616) 527-5507 * Department of Human Services (Apply for food assistance program and other financial assistance programs) (616) 527-5200 * Ionia County Health Department provides information and education on environmental and health issues, including nutrition for residents of Ionia County. (616) 527-5341 * Ionia County/MSU Extension provides information and education on agriculture, environmental, health and nutrition issues. The Family Nutrition Program (FNP) provides in-home or group education on nutrition and money management. (616) 527-5357

* National School Meal Program provides free and reduced-priced breakfasts and lunches for children who qualify. Contact the food service department of your local school district. * Salvation Army Services provides temporary financial aid in emergency situation. (616) 527-5507 * Senior Meals, congregate meals and home-delivered meals for people age 60 or over. Suggested donation sites in Belding, Clarksville, Ionia, Lake Odessa, Portland, Saranac. (616) 527-5365 * U-Pick Farm Markets, buy fresh fruits and vegetables at reasonable cost. Markets are located throughout Ionia County. Directory of markets available at Ionia/MSU Extension. (616) 527-5357 * Feeding America Mobile Food Pantry Truck, hosted by Zion Community Food Pantry, at the Ionia Fairgrounds. Pick up schedule at church ** Must bring ID, be a resident of Ionia County. 34

* WIC (Women’s, Infants, and Children) Program provides supplemental food and nutrition education to pregnant and breastfeeding women and children ages 0-5 years, who qualify. Contact Ionia County Health Department. (616) 527-5337

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HOSPITALS CARSON CITY HOSPITAL 406 East Elm Street, Carson City, MI 48811

(989) 584-3131 carsonhealth.org

HELEN-DEVOS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL 100 Michigan NE., Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 391-9000 www.helendevoschildrens.org

Mclearen Greater Lansing 401 W Greenlawn Ave, Lansing, MI 48910

(517) 975-6000 www.mclaren.org

METRO HEALTH HOSPITAL 5900 Byron Center Avenue, Wyoming, MI 49519

(616) 252-7200 www.metrohealth.net

PENNOCK HOSPITAL 1009 West Green Street, Hastings, MI 49058

(269) 945-3451 www.pennockhealth.org

PINE REST CHRISTIAN MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES 300 68th Street SE PO Box 165. Grand Rapids, MI 49548 ST. MARY'S HEALTH CARE 200 Jefferson SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(800) 678-5500 www.pinerest.org (616) 685-5000 www.smmmc.org

SHERIDAN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL 301 North Main Street, P.O. Box 279, Sheridan, MI 48884 Walk-in-clinic 24 hours a day. SPARROW HOSPITAL 1215 East Michigan, Lansing, MI 48912

(989) 291-3261 www.sheridanhospital.com

(517) 364-1000 www.sparrow.org

SPARROW IONIA HOSPITAL 500 E Washington, Ionia, MI 48846 Urgent Care 24 hours a day.

(616) 523-1400 www.sparrow.org/sparrowionia

SPARROW HOSPITAL TONY BALICE WALK-IN CLINIC (616) 523-1644 550 E Washington St, Ionia, MI 48846 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. SPECTRUM HEALTH BLODGETT HOSPITAL 1840 Wealthy S.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49506

(616) 774-7444 www.spectrum-health.org

SPECTRUM HEALTH BUTTERWORTH HOSPITAL 100 Michigan Avenue N.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 391-1774 www.spectrum-health.org

SPECTRUM HEALTH UNITED HOSPITAL 615 South Bower, Greenville, MI 48838

(616) 754-4691 www.spectrum-health.org/united

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HOUSING (LOW INCOME) BEAR CREEK VILLA 179 East Ferny Avenue, Clarksville, MI 48815 Low income and senior citizens. Section 8 & HUD subsidized apartments.

(616) 693-2271

BELHAVEN I & II APARTMENTS 41 Belhaven, Belding, MI 48809 Elderly handicapped and disabled only.

(616) 794-1740

BRENTWOOD I APARTMENTS 1129 Brentwood Street, Belding, MI 48809 Section 236 is available and section 8. No Pets.

(616) 794-0470

BRENTWOOD II APARTMENTS 1180 Brentwood Street, Belding, MI 48809 Income based and low income available. No Felons or CSC’s

(616) 794-1050

CROSSWIND APARTMENTS 844 Prospect Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Low income housing.

(616) 527-9543

EDGEMONT APARTMENTS 240 Charlotte Highway, Portland, MI 48875 Elderly and disabled only

(517) 647-2371

EMERSON MANOR 1175 Emerson, Lake Odessa, MI 48849

(616) 374-7380

GOLDEN BRIDGE MANOR 248 Divine Hwy, Portland, MI 48846 Seniors 55 and over.

(517) 647-0707

HILLTOP COURT (BELDING HOUSING COMMISSION) 41 Belhaven, Belding, MI 48809 Income based housing. No Section 8. Family Units available.

(616) 794-1740

JACKLYN APARTMENTS 1250 Kenwood Avenue, Belding, MI 48809 Provides affordable housing.

(616) 794-2405

LAKE MANOR APARTMENTS 1059 Emerson Street, Lake Odessa, MI 48849

(616) 374-7380

LAKEWOOD APARTMENTS 222 Parsonage Street, Saranac, MI 48881

(616) 642-6830

MILL CREEK MEADOWS (SARANAC HOUSING COMMISSION) 203 Parsonage Street, Saranac, MI 48881

(616) 642-9832

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MUIR APARTMEN 557 Prospect Muir, MI 48860 Subsidized Housing

(989) 855-3140 www.redoadmanagment.com

OAK HILL APARTMENTS (616) 527-8900 647 Crawford Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Independent living for ages 62 and over. Disabled 18 and over. Rental assistance available. PINEVISTA (IONIA HOUSING COMMISSION) 667 North Union Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Elderly or disabled only

(616) 527-9060

PORTLAND APARTMENTS 1800 Lillian Boulevard, Portland, MI 48875

(517) 647-4910

RDE RENTAL PROPERTIES 111 North Depot Street, Ionia, MI 48846

(616) 527-4360

ROBERTSON COURT 667 North Union, Ionia, MI 48846

(616) 527-9060

TAFT COURT 41 Belhaven, Belding, MI 48809

(616) 794-1740

VALLEY VIEW APARTMENTS 741 Valley View, Ionia, MI 48846 Tax credit and conventional property

(616) 527-8929

WEST MEADOWS 667 North Union, Street, Ionia, MI 48846

(616) 527-9060

WOODED VIEW APARTMENTS 630 Johnson Street, Ionia, MI 48846 Subsidized housing

(616) 527-6266

WOOD HAVEN 41 Belhaven, Belding, MI 48809 Handicap, disabled and elderly only

(616) 794-1740

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1-800 HOTLINE NUMBERS ALCOHOL AND DRUG ABUSE HLEPLINE AND TREATMEN

1-800-234-0420

BOYS & GIRLS TOWN NATIONAL HOTLINE 1-800-448-3000 www.boystown.org Counselor on hand to talk about problems or concerns with parents and children. Helps to resolve child/parent conflict. CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION INFORMATION HOTLINE www.cdc.gov 1-800-232-4636 Provides health information on diseases and health topics. CENTER FOR MISSING & EXPLOITED CHILDREN 1-800-843-5678 www.missingkids.com Report missing children and child pornography, provides publications on missing children. CHILD AND ADULT LICENSING COMPLAINTS 1-866-856-0126 Complaints may also be made online at the Michingan.gov Department of Human Services website. CHILD FIND OF AMERICA 1-800-426-5678 www.childfindofamerica.org Helps locate children under the age of 18, runaways and parental or stranger abductions. Provides mediation for child custody disputes. Safety information and prevention material available. CHILD HELP USA INFORMATION CENTER 1-800-422-4453 www.childhelp.org The Hotline offers crisis intervention, information, literature, and referrals to thousands of emergency, social service, and support resources. Childhelp® exists to meet the physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs of abused, neglected and at-risk children. We focus our efforts on advocacy, prevention, treatment, and community outreach. CHILD SUPPORT PAYMENTS www.misdu.com

1-877-464-3324

CONSUMER CREDIT COUNSELING SERVICE www.nfcc.org National Foundation for Credit Counseling

1-800-388-2227

CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION www.cpsc.gov Report unsafe products or get information on product recalls.

1-800-638-2772

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HELPLINE www.thehotline.org

1-800-799-7233

ELDERCARE SERVICES FOR THE ELDERLY eldercare.gov Eldercare Locator connects older adults and their family to services.

1-800-677-1116

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FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK/CSHCS 1-800-359-3722 Tries to match families to other families with similar concerns and problems for support of one another in raising children with special needs. Offers health resource information and emotional support to all Michigan families of children with special needs. FOOD AND NUTRITION PROGRAM HELPLINE www.foodstamphelp.org Food stamp eligibility screening and advocacy.

1-800-481-4989

HOMELESS EMERGENCY AND SUPPORT (1-800-A-SHELTER) 1-800-274-3583 Anyone in need of shelter, or anyone who knows of someone in need, can call 1-800-A-SHELTER, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round. TSA will then locate shelter in the caller's area MOTHERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING (MADD) www.madd.org Donations accepted, victim assistance, statistics, and local information.

1-800-323-6233

MEDICAID HELPLINE

1-800-642-3195

MI-RX 1-800-259-8016 www.Mihealth.org The MiRx (My Prescription) Card is a prescription drug discount program for Michigan residents who do not have any prescription drug coverage. This is free program. MICHIGAN PROBLEM GAMBLING HELPLINE www.Michapg.com

1-800-270-7117

PARENT HELPLINE 1-800-942-4357 Statewide hotline for parents concerned with parenting skills and for anyone concerned with child abuse and neglect. PARENTING HOTLINES: DEPRESSION AFTER DELIVERY www.postpartum.net

1-800-944-4773

ENFAMIL'S FAMILY BEGINNINGS PROGRAM

1-800-222-9123

GERBER HOTLINE

1-800-443-7237

POISON CONTROL www.aapcc.org

1-800-222-1222

RUNAWAY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (RAP) 1-800-292-4517 Crisis hotline for runaway teens and their families. 24 hours/7 days a week. Helps teens find shelter and other referrals. Crisis intervention for parents concerned with at-risk runaways. SAFE DELIVERY OF NEWBORNS

1-866-733-7733

SAFE SLEEP

1-800-331-7437 40

SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE www.rainn.org

1-877-656-4673

SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

1-800-273-8255

THAW FUND www.thawfund.org Provides low income families with energy assistance.

1-800-866-8429

THURSDAY’S CHILD 1-800-872-5437 A 24-hour live-answered hotline listed for teens who need help or direction with anorexia, bulimia or for teen suicide. Deals with runaways, missing children, exploited children, teen pregnancy, teen prostitution, teen substance abuse, self-cutting, and STD’s. USDA MEAT AND POULTRY HOTLINE Helps answer questions about meat, safe handling, storage, and preparation.

1-800-535-4555

Veteran’s Crisis Line www.va.gov United Stated of Veteran Affairs

1-800-273-8255

VULNERABLE ADULTS & SENIORS HELPLINE 1-800-996-6228 Connects adults with local Adult Protective Services if sexual or physical abuse or exploitation is suspected. WE TIP HOTLINE www.wetip.com A national hotline to report criminal activity.

1-800-782-7463

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Michigan Government Directory Governor of Michigan The Honorable Rick Snyder P.O. Box 30013 Lansing, MI 48909 517-373-3400 [email protected]

United States Senators The Honorable Carl Levin West Michigan Office 110 Michigan St. NW Suite 720 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 616-456-2531 [email protected]

The Honorable Debbie Stabenow West Michigan Office 3280 E. Beltline Ct. NE Suite 400 Grand Rapids, MI 49525 616-975-0052 [email protected]

United States House of Representatives The Honorable Dave Camp 135 Ashman St Midland, MI 48640 989-631-2552 Serves Montcalm, Gratiot, & Isabella District 4

The Honorable Justin Amash 110 Michigan NW Suite 460 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 616-451-8383 Serves Ionia & Kent District 3

Michigan Senators The Honorable Judy Emmons 1005 Farnum Building Lansing, MI 48909-7536 517-373-3760 [email protected] Serves Montcalm, Ionia, & Isabella District 33

The Honorable Roger Kahn S-324 Capitol Building Lansing, MI 48909-7536 517-373-1760 [email protected] Serves Gratiot District 32

Michigan House of Representatives The Honorable Rick Outman S1089 House Office Bldg. P.O. Box 30014 Lansing, MI 48909-7514 517-373-0834 [email protected] Serves Montcalm & Ionia District 70 The Honorable Tom Leonard N1197 House Office Bldg. P.O. Box 30014 Lansing, MI 48909-7514 517-373-1778 Serves Gratiot & Clinton District 93

The Honorable Mike Callton N1191 House Office Bldg. P.O. Box 30014 Lansing, MI 48909-7514 517-373-0842 [email protected] Serves Ionia & Barry District 87 The Honorable Kevin Cotter S1288 House Office Bldg. P.O. Box 30014 Lansing, MI 48909-7514 517-373-1789 Serves Isabella & Midland District 99 42

MILITARY RESOURCES American Red Cross of Greater Grand Rapids (616) 456-8661 ext 5204 Services to Armed Forces Volunteers provide military personnel and their families with a worldwide integrated support network to help them cope with the stress of military life in the following ways: 1) Stay In Touch and Obtain Verification of Emergency Leave Information; 2) Secure Emergency Financial Assistance; and 3) Obtain Counseling, Information, Referrals and Other Social Needs. They also assist with veteran benefit applications Better Business Bureau

(800) 684-3222

BBB Military Line offers a variety of free services and consumer education to the military via local BBB outreach. Blue Star Mothers of Ionia, Kent and Montcalm Counties (616) 824-5306 Chapter # 188. Contact Debbie Rasmussen Supporting Months of currently serving or previously serving service members. Support the military families and promotes patriotism. Meets 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:00pm, 669 Meade Road, Orleans. Family Assistance Center- Grand Valley Armory (517) 481-8850 Contact Stephanie Rogers Family Assistance Center provides assistance and referrals for families in a region of counties including Gratiot, Montcalm, Ionia and Isabella. Goodwill Industries (616) 318-2147 Serving Clare, Gladwin, Ionia, Isabella, Mecosta, Montcalm and Osceola Counties. Goodwill assists eligible veterans in a variety of areas relating to job training, placement, and retention with an emphasis on green career fields. Those who have been dishonorably discharged cannot participate Ionia County Commission on Aging 115 Hudson St, Ionia MI 48846 Helping Veterans to locate resources.

(616) 527-5365

Ionia County Community Mental Health (616) 527-1790 375 Apple Tree Dr, Ionia Helping veterans connect to available resources Contact Jay Vandenbrink. Michigan Veterans Trust Fund (517) 335-1629 Ionia County Health, 175 Adams St., Ionia MI www.michigan.gov/dmva 3rd Thursday of the Month, 8:00am-11:00am Provides Qualified veterans with emergency funds. Please contact for an appointment and for more information.

Military OneSource________________________________________

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A virtual extension of installation services offered to active duty, Guard and Reserve and their families . Montcalm 1073rd Armory 319 S Hillcrest, Greenville, MI 48838

(616) 754-4882

Operation: Military Kids (517) 432-7618 4-H Military Liaison B’Onko S. Sadler OMK’s goal is to connect military children and youth with local resources in order to achieve a sense of community support and enhance their well-being. Military Kids is an ongoing community support system for families, particularly children of parents in the National Guard and the Army Reserves. It provides an outlet with recreational, educational and social opportunities for military youth. OMK is a 4-H program. Service to Soldiers Legal Assistance Referral Program (517) 371-5140 ex 4112 Contact Heather Spielmaker Cooley Law School helps service men and women resolve legal problems they face upon return from deployment by matching them with volunteer attorneys across Michigan Soldiers & Sailors Relief Commission________________________________________________ Denny Craycraft Belding (616) 550-6990 Jim Huver, Portland (616) 527-4503 John Thalison, Ionia (616) 902-6398 Veterans Court ___________________ Judge Ray Voet (616) 527-5346 Ron Morseau (616)527-5396 64A District Court, 101 W Main St,. Ionia The Mission of the Veterans’ Court for Treatment and Recovery of Ionia is to prevent recidivism through an intensive court-structured treatment and recovery program designed specifically for active, reserve, Guard or post-active military service members whose physical and/or psychological injury form service contribute to criminal behaviors. VFW National Home for Children (800) 313-4200 Provides personal information and referral assistance as a gateway to help for any military family. Workforce Development Agency Contact Dean Morehead Veterans Employment Representative.

(616)527-1360 ext 111

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