Genesee County
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Local offices in Genesee County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Human services · Regional office
Central Michigan 2-1-1
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 2-1-1 to find local help with food, housing, health care, utilities, and other needs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on centralmichigan211.org
Community action · County office
Genesee County Community Action Resource Department (GCCARD)
1101 Beach St., Suite 285, Flint, MI 48502
Help here
- Community servicesGCCARD connects residents with programs that help address basic needs and poverty.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on geneseecountymi.gov
Public health · County office
Genesee County Health Department WIC
324 S. Saginaw St., Suite 5, Flint, MI 48502
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportWIC helps eligible pregnant people and families with young children get healthy food, nutrition support, and referrals.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on geneseecountymi.gov
State office
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Genesee County Offices
125 E. Union St., Flint, MI 48501
Help here
- State benefits and family servicesResidents can get help with state benefit programs and family services at local MDHHS offices.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Housing help · City office
Flint Housing Commission
3820 Richfield Rd., Flint, MI 48506
Help here
- Public housing and rental assistanceApply for public housing or ask about housing choice vouchers and rental assistance.Apply online
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on flinthc.org
Public health · County office
Genesee County Health Department
324 S. Saginaw St., Flint, MI 48502
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information about county health programs, screenings, immunizations, and other health services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on geneseecountymi.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Genesee Health System
1040 W. Bristol Rd., Flint, MI 48507
Help here
- Behavioral health and developmental disability servicesGet behavioral health crisis support, screening, referrals, and other services for mental health or developmental disabilities.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on genhs.org
Courts and legal help · County office
Genesee County Legal Resource Center
900 S. Saginaw St., Room 103, Flint, MI 48502
Help here
- Legal self-helpVisitors can use legal information, forms, and court filing help for civil matters without an attorney.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on files.7thcircuitcourt.com
Child support · County office
Genesee County Friend of the Court
630 S. Saginaw St., Suite 2500, Flint, MI 48502
Help here
- Child support and family court servicesGet help with child support, parenting time, and other matters covered by a family court order.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on geneseecountymi.gov
Older adults · County office
Genesee County Department of Senior Services
324 S. Saginaw St., Flint, MI 48502
Help here
- Senior servicesOlder residents can ask about meals, in-home help, transportation, legal assistance, and other senior services.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on geneseecountymi.gov
Older adults · Regional office
Valley Area Agency on Aging
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportOlder adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers can get information and support for care and daily living.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on valleyareaaging.org
Veterans · County office
Genesee County Department of Veterans Services
1101 Beach St., Flint, MI 48502
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help connecting with veterans benefits and other services for veterans and their dependents.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on geneseecountymi.gov
Jobs and training · Regional office
GST Michigan Works! Flint Service Center
711 N. Saginaw St., Lower Level, Flint, MI 48503
Help here
- Job search and employment servicesJob seekers can get help finding work, preparing applications, and exploring training options.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gstmiworks.org
Library · Regional office
Genesee District Library
Help here
- Library servicesResidents in the library service area can borrow books and use digital collections and other library resources.Apply onlineRead more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on thegdl.org
Genesee County, Michigan website
Checked on October 8, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals in Genesee County, closest to the center of Flint first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Free grocery market
Community Choice Market
Forgotten Harvest
47 miles from the center of Flint15000 W. Eight Mile Rd, Oak Park, MI 48237
Hours
- Mon9 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 5:30 PM
- Tue9 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Wed9 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Thu9 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
- Fri9 AM to 12 PM; 1 PM to 4 PM
What to bring: Appointment required. Appointments are booking several months in advance.
Listed on forgottenharvest.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Brightmoor Connection Food Pantry
48 miles from the center of Flint20740 Grand River Avenue, Detroit, MI 48219
Hours
- Mon1 PM to 6 PM. Closed first Monday of the month
- Tue2 PM to 7 PM. Closed last week of the month
- Wed10 AM to 1 PM. Closed last week of the month
What to bring: Appointment required. Closed the first Monday of the month and the last week of the month.
Listed on brightmoorconnection.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
St. Christine's Food Pantry
St. Christine Christian Services
48 miles from the center of Flint22303 Fenkell, Detroit, MI 48223
Hours
- Tue12 PM to 2:30 PM
Who can come: People in ZIP codes 48223 and 48219.
What to bring: Bring ID showing your ZIP code, a green client service card, and a bag or cart to carry groceries.
Listed on sccsdetroit.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
St. Christine Christian Services Soup Kitchen
St. Christine Christian Services
48 miles from the center of Flint22261 Fenkell, Detroit, MI 48223
Hours
- Tue12 PM to 2 PM. Until meals run out
Listed on sccsdetroit.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Food 4 U
Redford Brightmoor Initiative
49 miles from the center of Flint12065 West Outer Drive, Detroit, MI 48223
Hours
- Sat8 AM to 9:30 AM (last of the month). Last Saturday of the month
Who can come: All are welcome.
What to bring: No registration required.
Listed on rbidetroit.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Hot Community Meal & Outfitted for Good
FOCUS Detroit
50 miles from the center of Flint933 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
Nonprofits that serve Genesee 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 Eastern Michigan
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
Genesee, County of
1101 Beach St., Suite 285, Flint, MI 48502-2015
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Genesee 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
- Central 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