Center Line
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Local offices in Center Line
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Local office · Regional office
Michigan 211, United Way for Southeastern Michigan
Help here
- Community help and referralsCall 211 for free, confidential referrals to health and human services in Macomb County.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org
Local office · City office
Center Line City Hall
7070 East Ten Mile Road, Center Line, MI 48015
Help here
- City Hall servicesResidents can get documents notarized for free and fax documents for a fee.
- Water bill paymentsResidents can view and pay their city water bill online.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on centerline.gov
Library · City office
Center Line Public Library
7345 Weingartz Street, Center Line, MI 48015
Help here
- Library servicesResidents can borrow books and other items, use public computers, print, copy, and scan documents.Read more
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on centerline.gov
Parks and recreation · City office
Center Line Parks & Recreation
25355 Lawrence, Center Line, MI 48015
Help here
- Recreation programs and facilitiesResidents can use the recreation building and ask about programs, room rentals, and park facilities.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on centerline.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Center Line first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free meals
Cafe
Deo Gratias Ministries Detroit
4.7 miles from the center of Center Line15879 East Seven Mile, Detroit, MI 48205
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 2 PM. Hot meals served at 11:15
- Tue10 AM to 2 PM. Hot meals served at 11:15
- Wed10 AM to 2 PM. Hot meals served at 11:15
- Thu10 AM to 2 PM. Hot meals served at 11:15
- Fri10 AM to 2 PM. Hot meals served at 11:15
Who can come: Guests in need.
Listed on dgmdetroit.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Deo Gratias Ministries Detroit Food Pantry
Deo Gratias Ministries Detroit
4.7 miles from the center of Center Line15879 East Seven Mile, Detroit, MI 48205
Hours
- Tue10 AM to 2 PM. By appointment
- Fri10 AM to 2 PM. By appointment
Who can come: People in ZIP codes 48205, 48224, 48225, 48234, and 48236.
What to bring: Appointment required. Call to schedule.
Listed on dgmdetroit.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Hot Community Meal & Outfitted for Good
FOCUS Detroit
5.4 miles from the center of Center Line933 W Seven Mile Rd, Detroit, MI 48203
Hours
- Sat12 PM to 1:30 PM (1st and 3rd of the month). First come, first served
Listed on focusna.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Capuchin Services Center: Shoppers' Choice Food Pantry
Capuchin Soup Kitchen
7.1 miles from the center of Center Line6333 Medbury St, Detroit, MI 48211
Hours
- Mon8:30 AM to 4 PM
- Tue8:30 AM to 4 PM
- Wed8:30 AM to 4 PM
- Thu8:30 AM to 4 PM
- Fri8:30 AM to 4 PM
What to bring: Call to schedule an initial appointment for a needs assessment.
Listed on cskdetroit.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Conner Community Center
Capuchin Soup Kitchen
7.2 miles from the center of Center Line4390 Conner St, Detroit, MI 48215
Hours
- Mon8:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 1 PM. Lunch; 4 PM to 5 PM. Dinner
- Tue8:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 1 PM. Lunch; 4 PM to 5 PM. Dinner
- Wed8:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 1 PM. Lunch; 4 PM to 5 PM. Dinner
- Thu8:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 1 PM. Lunch; 4 PM to 5 PM. Dinner
- Fri8:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 1 PM. Lunch; 4 PM to 5 PM. Dinner
- Sat8:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Breakfast; 11 AM to 1 PM. Lunch
Who can come: All are welcome; meals are for men, women, and children.
What to bring: No eligibility criteria.
Listed on cskdetroit.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Reserve A Meal
The Kitchen by Cooking with Que
8 miles from the center of Center Line6529 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48202
Hours
- Mon3 PM to 5 PM
- Tue3 PM to 5 PM
- Wed3 PM to 5 PM
- Thu3 PM to 5 PM
- Fri3 PM to 5 PM
- Sat3 PM to 5 PM
- Sun3 PM to 5 PM
Who can come: Anyone who needs a meal; one meal per person per day.
What to bring: Reserve the meal online; no appointment is needed.
Listed on thekitchenbycwq.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Center Line
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
Forgotten Harvest
15000 W. Eight Mile Rd., Oak Park, MI 48237
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Nonprofit
Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan
21405 Trolley Industrial Dr., Taylor, MI 48180
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Lakeshore Legal Aid
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Macomb, County of
21885 Dunham Rd, VerKuilen Building, Suite 10, Clinton Township, MI 48036-1030
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Macomb County
Center Line is in Macomb County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Macomb County Health Department WIC
21885 Dunham Road, Suite 13, Clinton Township, MI 48036
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get food benefits and nutrition support.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on macombgov.org
Child support · County office
Macomb County Friend of the Court
10 N. Main Street, Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Help here
- Child support and family court ordersGet help with child support payments and enforcement of support, custody, and parenting time orders.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on macombgov.org
State office
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Macomb County offices
Help here
- Public assistance benefitsResidents can apply for or manage state public assistance benefits through MDHHS.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Human services · Regional office
United Way for Southeastern Michigan 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local food, housing, utility, and other support services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on unitedwaysem.org
Community action · County office
Macomb Community Action
21885 Dunham Road, Suite 10, Clinton Township, MI 48036
Help here
- Emergency and housing assistanceIncome-eligible residents can ask for help with housing costs, utilities, water bills, and other emergency needs.Read more
- Head StartFamilies can apply for early learning and family support for young children.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on macombgov.org
Public health · County office
Macomb County Health Department
43525 Elizabeth Road, Mount Clemens, MI 48043
Help here
- Public health servicesGet help with immunizations, family health, disease control, and other public health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on macombgov.org
Michigan programs by kind of help
These are run by Michigan and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- 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
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 844-875-9211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988