Sanford

Local offices in Sanford

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

• Local office · City office

  Village of Sanford

  Help here

  • Village government servicesContact the village about local government, permits, public notices, and council information.
  Call 989-492-2023Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on villageofsanford.com

Village of Sanford, Michigan website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Sanford

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

Offices for all of Midland County

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

• Public health · County office

  Midland County Department of Public Health

  220 W. Ellsworth Street, Second Floor, Midland, MI 48640

  Help here

  • Public health clinics and health informationGet public health clinic services and information about health programs.
  • WICGet help with nutrition and food support through the WIC clinic.Read more
  Call 989-832-6380DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Northeast Michigan, Great Lakes Bay Region

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  • Local health and human services referralsCall or visit 211 to find local health and human services in Midland County.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211nemichigan.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  42nd Circuit Court

  301 W. Main Street, Midland, MI 48640

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  • Civil and family court informationFind court information for civil matters, divorce, and appeals.
  Call 989-832-6735DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  75th District Court

  301 W. Main Street, Midland, MI 48640

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  • Civil, traffic, and criminal court servicesGet information about civil, traffic, and criminal court matters.
  Call 989-832-6700DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Midland County Senior Services

  4700 Dublin Avenue, Midland, MI 48642

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  • Services for older adults and caregiversFind aging services, caregiver help, and support to live independently.
  Call 989-633-3700DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Midland County Veterans Services

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  • Veterans benefits claimsGet help applying for federal, state, and county veterans benefits.
  Call 989-832-6843Website

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

Everything in Midland 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