Clare

Local offices in Clare

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Utilities · City office

  City of Clare Utility Billing

  202 W Fifth Street, Clare, MI 48617

  Help here

  • Water, sewer, and utility billingContact the city to start water or sewer service or ask about your utility bill.
  Call 989-424-4071DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofclare.gov

• Local office · City office

  Clare City Hall

  202 W Fifth Street, Clare, MI 48617

  Help here

  • City services and informationVisit or call City Hall for help reaching city departments and finding local government information.
  Call 989-386-7541DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on cityofclare.gov

• State office

  Michigan Secretary of State branch office

  121 Schoolcrest Ave, Clare, MI 48617

  Help here

  • Driver, vehicle, and state identification servicesSchedule an office visit for driver license, state ID, vehicle title, or registration services.Apply online
  Call 888-767-6424DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Pere Marquette District Library

  185 E 4th Street, Clare, MI 48617

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and use its public resources and programs.Apply online
  Call 989-386-7576DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on pmdl.org

City of Clare website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Clare

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Clare County

Clare is in Clare County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Clare County Office

  725 Richard Drive, Harrison, MI 48625

  Help here

  • Public benefits and family servicesVisit or contact this office for help with state benefit and family service programs.Apply online
  Call 989-539-4260DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Central Michigan District Health Department, Clare County WIC Office

  815 N. Clare Avenue, Suite B, Harrison, MI 48625

  Help here

  • WICWIC helps eligible families get healthy food, nutrition support, and breastfeeding help.Read more
  Call 989-539-6731DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cmdhd.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Central Michigan District Health Department, Clare County Office

  815 N. Clare Avenue, Suite B, Harrison, MI 48625

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet local public health services and information from the health department.Read more
  Call 989-539-6731DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cmdhd.org

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Community Mental Health for Central Michigan

  789 N. Clare Avenue, Harrison, MI 48625

  Help here

  • Behavioral health servicesResidents can contact the agency to ask about mental health and substance use services.
  Call 989-539-2141DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on cmhcm.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Clare County Courts

  225 W. Main Street, Harrison, MI 48625

  Help here

  • Court information and legal help linksFind court contact information and links to Michigan Legal Help and court services.
  Call 989-539-7173DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on clareco.net

• Older adults · County office

  Clare County Senior Services

  225 W. Main Street, Harrison, MI 48625

  Help here

  • Senior and caregiver servicesOlder adults and caregivers can ask about meals, in-home help, and other local support.
  Call 989-539-8870DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on clarecoseniors-coa.net

Everything in Clare 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