Washtenaw County
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Local offices in Washtenaw County
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Public health · County office
Washtenaw County Public Health WIC Clinic
555 Towner St, Building 1, Room 105, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Help here
- WIC food and nutrition supportWIC offers food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support to eligible pregnant people, new parents, and young children.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washtenaw.org
State office · State office
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Washtenaw County Office
22 Center St, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Help here
- State assistance programsVisit or contact the office for help with state food, cash, and health coverage programs.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov
Human services · Regional office
United Way for Southeastern Michigan 2-1-1
Help here
- Community help and referralsCall 211 to find local help with needs such as food, housing, utilities, health, and transportation.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org
Housing authority · County office
Housing Access for Washtenaw County
Help here
- Housing crisis intake and referralsCall for an intake and referrals to shelter and housing resources if you are homeless or at risk of homelessness.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on housingaccess.net
Public health · County office
Washtenaw County Health Department
555 Towner St, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Help here
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washtenaw.org
Mental health and recovery · County office
Washtenaw County Community Mental Health
555 Towner St, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Help here
- Mental health and substance use supportCall for help with mental health or substance use concerns, including urgent crisis support and connection to care.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washtenaw.org
Courts and legal help · Regional office
Washtenaw County/EMU Legal Resource Center
101 E Huron St, 1st Floor, Ann Arbor, MI 48107
Help here
- Court self-helpGet help finding and completing forms for civil court matters and learn about court procedures.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on michiganlegalhelp.org
Older adults · Regional office
AgeWays Nonprofit Senior Services (Area Agency on Aging 1-B)
29100 Northwestern Hwy, Suite 400, Southfield, MI 48034
Help here
- Aging and caregiver supportGet information and help finding services for older adults, people with disabilities, and family caregivers in Washtenaw County.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ageways.org
Veterans · County office
Washtenaw County Veterans Affairs
2155 Hogback Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Help here
- Veterans benefits assistanceGet help understanding and applying for benefits for veterans and their eligible family members.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on washtenaw.org
Checked on October 8, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Washtenaw 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 Gatherers
1 Carrot Way, Ann Arbor, MI 48105
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
Michigan Advocacy Program
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
Washtenaw, County of
415 W. Michigan Avenue, 2nd Floor, Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Listed on nascsp.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Cities and towns in Washtenaw 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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- 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.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
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
- United Way for Southeastern 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