East Lansing
Ask about East Lansing
Ask in your own words. We look up programs and offices for East Lansing and tell you where to go next.
Local offices in East Lansing
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Treasury Department, Water and Sewer Billing
410 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
Help here
- Water and sewer service and billsStart or stop water service, ask about a bill, or pay a water and sewer bill at City Hall.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofeastlansing.com
Older adults · City office
Prime Time Seniors Program
819 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
Help here
- Programs and services for older adultsResidents age 55 and older can find classes, activities, and other senior services through Prime Time.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofeastlansing.com
Local office · City office
East Lansing City Hall
410 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
Help here
- City information and resident questionsContact City Hall for help finding city services or sending a question to the city.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofeastlansing.com
Library · City office
East Lansing Public Library
950 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
Help here
- Library materials and programsResidents can get a library card, borrow books and other materials, and take part in library programs.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on elpl.org
Parks and recreation · City office
Parks, Recreation and Arts Department
819 Abbot Road, East Lansing, MI 48823
Help here
- Classes, recreation, and youth programsResidents can register for recreation classes, sports, childcare, camps, and other community programs.Apply onlineRead more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on cityofeastlansing.com
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve East Lansing
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
Greater Lansing Food Bank
5600 Food Court, Bath, MI 48808
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
Michigan Advocacy Program
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
Capital Area Community Services Incorporated
101 E. Willow Street, Lansing, MI 48906
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Ingham County
East Lansing is in Ingham County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Housing authority · County office
Ingham County Housing Commission
3882 Dobie Road, Okemos, MI 48864
Help here
- Affordable housingAsk about low-income apartments for older adults and people with disabilities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on docs.ingham.org
Local office · Regional office
Michigan 211
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall or visit Michigan 211 to find local help with housing, food, utilities, transportation, and other needs.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org
Public health · County office
Ingham County Health Department
5303 S. Cedar Street, Lansing, MI 48911
Help here
- Public health servicesGet county public health information and services, including maternal and child health and community health clinics.
- WICGet nutrition help and food benefits for eligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on docs.ingham.org
Mental health and recovery · Regional office
Community Mental Health Authority of Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham Counties
812 E. Jolly Road, Lansing, MI 48910
Help here
- Mental health and substance use supportGet mental health, developmental disability, and substance use services for residents of the tri-county area.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ceicmh.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Ingham County Friend of the Court
313 W. Kalamazoo Street, Lansing, MI 48933
Help here
- Child support and family court helpGet information and forms about child support, custody, and parenting time cases.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on fc.ingham.org
Older adults · Regional office
Tri-County Office on Aging
5303 S. Cedar Street, Suite 1, Lansing, MI 48911
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportGet help finding care, meals, caregiver support, and benefits for older adults and adults with disabilities.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on tcoa.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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - HealthCare.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.
Call 1-800-318-2596 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- Michigan 2-1-1
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