Ecorse
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Local offices in Ecorse
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Ecorse Water and Sewer Department
3869 W. Jefferson Avenue, Ecorse, MI 48229
Help here
- Water and sewer billingGet help with water and sewer bills, payments, and service questions.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ecorsemi.gov
Older adults · City office
Ethel Stevenson Senior Center
4072 W. Jefferson, Ecorse, MI 48229
Help here
- Senior center servicesOlder residents can visit the city's senior center for activities and support.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ecorsemi.gov
Library · City office
Ecorse Public Library
4184 West Jefferson Avenue, Ecorse, MI 48229
Help here
- Library cards, books, and programsGet a library card, borrow books, use public services, and join community programs.
- Food and personal care pantryThe library offers a small food pantry and personal care items for residents to take home.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ecorselibrary.org
Local office · City office
Ecorse City Hall
3869 W. Jefferson Avenue, Ecorse, MI 48229
Help here
- City Hall helpContact City Hall for help with city services and questions.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ecorsemi.gov
Local office · City office
Ecorse Treasurer's Office
3869 W. Jefferson Avenue, Ecorse, MI 48229
Help here
- Property tax paymentsGet help with paying city property taxes and other city charges.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ecorsemi.gov
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Ecorse first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
All Saints Soup Kitchen & Food Pantry
Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan
6.2 miles from the center of Ecorse6945 Wagner, Detroit, MI 48210
Hours
- Mon1 PM to 3 PM
- Thu1 PM to 3 PM
- Fri1 PM to 3 PM
Who can come: People living in ZIP code 48209 or 48210, with low income at or below 130% of Area Median Income for household size.
What to bring: Appointment required. Bring identification and a Client Service Card; new clients can get a card after an assessment.
Listed on ccsem.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
All Saints Soup Kitchen & Food Pantry
Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan
6.2 miles from the center of Ecorse6945 Wagner, Detroit, MI 48210
Hours
- Wed12 PM to 1:30 PM
Who can come: Everyone is welcome.
What to bring: No appointment, ID, proof of residency, or income is required.
Listed on ccsem.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Manna Community Meal
St. Peter's Episcopal Church Detroit
6.8 miles from the center of Ecorse1950 Trumbull Ave, Detroit, MI 48216
Hours
- Mon8 AM to 10 AM
- Tue8 AM to 10 AM
- Wed8 AM to 10 AM
- Fri8 AM to 10 AM
- Sat8 AM to 10 AM
Listed on stpetersdetroit.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Free Community Meals at Christ Church
Christ Church Detroit
7.8 miles from the center of Ecorse960 E. Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48207
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Each Sunday, starting at 12:30 p.m., while supplies last. The page does not state an end time.
Who can come: All are welcome.
Listed on christcd.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Weekly Hot Meals
Crossroads of Michigan
8.1 miles from the center of Ecorse2424 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48208
Hours
- Sun11 AM to 2 PM
Who can come: Community members; the page says the meal serves you and the community.
Listed on crossroadsofmichigan.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free grocery market
Weekly Midweek Market (Forgotten Harvest)
Crossroads of Michigan
8.1 miles from the center of Ecorse2424 West Grand Boulevard, Detroit, MI 48208
Hours
Hours not listed. Call first.
Weekly Midweek Market (Forgotten Harvest). We distribute rescued food, fresh fruit and produce, and other household items from 11 am-1 pm. The page does not state the weekday.
Listed on crossroadsofmichigan.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Ecorse
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
Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency
7310 Woodward Avenue, Suite 800, Detroit, MI 48202
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Wayne County
Ecorse is in Wayne County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Public health · County office
Wayne County WIC Clinic
33030 Van Born Road, Wayne, MI 48184
Help here
- WIC nutrition and food benefitsEligible pregnant people, parents, infants, and children under five can get nutrition support and food benefits.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on waynecountymi.gov
Older adults · County office
Wayne County Senior Services
3600 Commerce Court, Building E, Wayne, MI 48184
Help here
- Senior meals and referralsAdults 60 and older in western Wayne County and downriver communities can ask about meal programs and referrals.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on waynecountymi.gov
Child support · County office
Wayne County Friend of the Court
645 Griswold Street, Detroit, MI 48226
Help here
- Child support and family court servicesGet help with child support, parenting time, custody, and support orders.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 3rdcc.org
State office
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Wayne County offices
Help here
- State benefits and family servicesUse the state office locator to find the MDHHS office serving your address and ask about benefits and family services.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Local office · Regional office
Michigan 211
Help here
- Local help and referralsCall to find local help with food, housing, bills, transportation, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org
Human services · County office
Wayne County Health, Human & Veterans Services
33030 Van Born Road, Wayne, MI 48184
Help here
- Public health servicesGet public health services such as immunizations, disease control, and environmental health support.Read more
- WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get food benefits and nutrition support.Read more
- Emergency preparednessGet information and support to prepare for public health emergencies.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on waynecountymi.gov
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 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
Call 988Text 988