Gladwin County

Local offices in Gladwin County

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

• Human services · State office

  Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Gladwin County

  675 E. Cedar Ave., Suite 2, Gladwin, MI 48624

  Help here

  • Benefits and family supportVisit or contact the office about state assistance programs and family services.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services through the state office.Read more
  Call 989-426-3300DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  Central Michigan District Health Department WIC

  103 N. Bowery, Gladwin, MI 48624

  Help here

  • WICWIC offers food benefits and nutrition support for eligible pregnant people, infants, and children under five.
  Call 989-426-9431DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Nonprofit

  211 Northeast Michigan

  Help here

  • Community referralsCall 211 to find local help with needs like housing, food, health care, and utility bills.
  Call 888-636-4211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211nemichigan.org

• Public health · Regional office

  Central Michigan District Health Department, Gladwin County

  103 N. Bowery, Gladwin, MI 48624

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet local public health information and preventive health services.Read more
  Call 989-426-9431DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Community Mental Health for Central Michigan, Gladwin County Center

  655 E. Cedar Ave., Gladwin, MI 48624

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use supportGet behavioral health and substance use services for adults, children, and families.
  Call 989-426-9295DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Gladwin County Friend of the Court

  401 W. Cedar Ave., Gladwin, MI 48624

  Help here

  • Family court ordersThe office helps the court enforce orders about child support, custody, and parenting time.
  Call 989-426-4141DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gladwincounty-mi.gov

• Older adults · Regional office

  Gladwin County Council on Aging

  Antler Street, Gladwin, MI 48624

  Help here

  • Aging servicesContact the county's aging service provider for help and programs for older adults.Read more
  Call 989-426-5450DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on https://www.gladwinc coa.org/contact

• Veterans · County office

  Gladwin County Office of Veterans Affairs

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help finding and applying for local, state, and federal veterans benefits.
  Call 989-426-4891Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gladwincounty-mi.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Gladwin County Emergency Management

  555 W. Cedar, Gladwin, MI 48624

  Help here

  • Emergency preparednessGet information about county emergency planning and disaster preparedness.
  Call 989-426-6871DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on gladwincounty-mi.gov

• State office

  Michigan Secretary of State, Gladwin Office

  675 E. Cedar Ave., Suite 1, Gladwin, MI 48624

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit for driver license, state ID, and vehicle registration services.
  Call 888-767-6424DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Gladwin County District Library

  402 James Robertson Drive, Gladwin, MI 48624

  Help here

  • Library resourcesUse the library system's books, learning resources, programs, and public facilities.
  Call 989-426-8221DirectionsWebsite

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

Gladwin County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Gladwin County

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

Cities and towns in Gladwin County

• Beaverton
• Gladwin

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