Alpena County
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Local offices in Alpena County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Public health · Regional office
District Health Department No. 4 WIC, Alpena
100 Woods Circle, Suite 200, Alpena, MI 49707
Help here
- WICWIC helps eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and young children get healthy food and nutrition support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhd4.org
State office
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Alpena County Office
600 Walnut Street, Alpena, MI 49707
Help here
- Benefits and human servicesApply for state benefits and ask about available human services at the local office.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Housing help · County office
Alpena County Home Improvement Office
720 W. Chisholm Street, Alpena, MI 49707
Help here
- Home repair assistanceFind out whether you qualify for help with eligible home repairs.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alpenacounty.org
Local office · Regional office
Michigan 211 Northeast Michigan
Help here
- Community help and referralsCall 211 to find local help with housing, food, utilities, health care, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org
Public health · Regional office
District Health Department No. 4, Alpena Office
100 Woods Circle, Suite 200, Alpena, MI 49707
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information about immunizations, health screenings, clinics, and other public health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhd4.org
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Northeast Michigan Community Mental Health Authority
400 Johnson Street, Alpena, MI 49707
Help here
- Community mental health servicesThe authority serves Alcona County and connects residents to community mental health support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Alpena County Courts
720 W. Chisholm Street, Alpena, MI 49707
Help here
- Court information and formsFind court information, forms, and help with court-related questions.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alpenacounty.org
Emergency help · County office
Alpena County Emergency Management
720 W. Chisholm Street, Alpena, MI 49707
Help here
- Emergency preparednessGet information and help preparing for emergencies in Alpena County.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alpenacounty.org
Jobs and training · Regional office
Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium, Alpena Service Center
315 W. Chisholm Street, Alpena, MI 49707
Help here
- Job search and career supportGet help finding a job, building skills, or exploring career training.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on miworksne.org
State office
Michigan Secretary of State, Alpena Branch Office
2666 U.S. Highway 23 S, Alpena, MI 49707
Help here
- Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the branch for driver license, state ID, and vehicle title services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Library · County office
Alpena County George N. Fletcher Public Library
211 N. 1st Avenue, Alpena, MI 49707
Help here
- Library servicesUse the library’s books, computers, classes, and digital services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on alpenalibrary.org
Alpena County, Michigan website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Alpena County
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Food Bank of Eastern Michigan
2300 Lapeer Road, Flint, MI 48503
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Services of Northern Michigan, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency Inc
2569 US Highway 23 S, Alpena, MI 49707-4617
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Alpena County
Michigan programs by kind of help
These are run by Michigan and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- Michigan 211 Northeast Michigan
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988