St. Clair Shores

Local offices in St. Clair Shores

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

• Utilities · City office

  Tax & Water Billing

  City Hall, 27600 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

  Help here

  • Water bill helpAsk about water bill amounts, final meter reads, leak checks, and service appointments.Read more
  • Water bill payment assistance informationFind information about the regional Water Residential Assistance Program for qualifying customers.Read more
  • Property tax poverty applicationAsk the Assessing Department about applying for property tax poverty relief.
  Call 586-447-3317DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on scsmi.net

• 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.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org

• Local office · City office

  City Hall

  27600 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

  Help here

  • City information and resident helpContact City Hall with questions about city services or to report a concern.Read more
  Call 586-445-5200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on scsmi.net

• Older adults · City office

  Senior Center for Active Adults

  Civic Ice Arena, 20000 Stephens St., St. Clair Shores, MI 48080

  Help here

  • Senior activities and fitnessResidents age 50 and older can join activities, fitness programs, and seminars.
  • Senior transportationEligible residents can arrange rides to medical appointments and other local trips.Read more
  • Helping Hands referralsCall Helping Hands for information and referrals to community support.
  Call 586-445-0996DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on scsmi.net

• Library · City office

  St. Clair Shores Public Library

  22500 11 Mile Road, St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials and ask library staff for help finding information.
  Call 586-771-9020DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on scsmi.net

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Parks & Recreation Department

  Civic Ice Arena, 20000 Stephens, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080

  Help here

  • Recreation programs and classesFind and register for sports, classes, and activities for children and adults.Apply onlineRead more
  • Parks and facilitiesGet information about city parks, park passes, and pavilion rentals.Read more
  Call 586-445-5350DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on scsmi.net

City of St. Clair Shores website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve St. Clair Shores

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

Offices for all of Macomb County

St. Clair Shores is in Macomb County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Macomb County Health Department WIC

  21885 Dunham Road, Suite 13, Clinton Township, MI 48036

  Help here

  • WIC food and nutrition supportEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get food benefits and nutrition support.
  Call 586-469-5471DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Macomb County Friend of the Court

  10 N. Main Street, Mount Clemens, MI 48043

  Help here

  • Child support and family court ordersGet help with child support payments and enforcement of support, custody, and parenting time orders.
  Call 586-469-5160DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Macomb County offices

  Help here

  • Public assistance benefitsResidents can apply for or manage state public assistance benefits through MDHHS.Apply online
  Call 844-464-3447Website

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

• Human services · Regional office

  United Way for Southeastern Michigan 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local food, housing, utility, and other support services.
  Call 211Website

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

• Community action · County office

  Macomb Community Action

  21885 Dunham Road, Suite 10, Clinton Township, MI 48036

  Help here

  • Emergency and housing assistanceIncome-eligible residents can ask for help with housing costs, utilities, water bills, and other emergency needs.Read more
  • Head StartFamilies can apply for early learning and family support for young children.
  Call 586-469-6999DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Macomb County Health Department

  43525 Elizabeth Road, Mount Clemens, MI 48043

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet help with immunizations, family health, disease control, and other public health services.
  Call 586-469-5235DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Macomb 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