Wayne County

Local offices in Wayne County

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

• Public health · County office

  Wayne County WIC Clinic

  33030 Van Born Road, Wayne, MI 48184

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition and food benefitsEligible pregnant people, parents, infants, and children under five can get nutrition support and food benefits.
  Call 734-727-7156DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Wayne County Senior Services

  3600 Commerce Court, Building E, Wayne, MI 48184

  Help here

  • Senior meals and referralsAdults 60 and older in western Wayne County and downriver communities can ask about meal programs and referrals.
  Call 734-326-5202DirectionsWebsite

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

• Child support · County office

  Wayne County Friend of the Court

  645 Griswold Street, Detroit, MI 48226

  Help here

  • Child support and family court servicesGet help with child support, parenting time, custody, and support orders.Read more
  Call 844-785-7593DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 3rdcc.org

• State office

  Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Wayne County offices

  Help here

  • State benefits and family servicesUse the state office locator to find the MDHHS office serving your address and ask about benefits and family services.Apply online
  Website

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

• 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

• Human services · County office

  Wayne County Health, Human & Veterans Services

  33030 Van Born Road, Wayne, MI 48184

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet public health services such as immunizations, disease control, and environmental health support.Read more
  • WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get food benefits and nutrition support.Read more
  • Emergency preparednessGet information and support to prepare for public health emergencies.Read more
  Call 734-727-7000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network

  707 West Milwaukee Avenue, Detroit, MI 48202

  Help here

  • Behavioral health servicesResidents can contact the network to find behavioral health and substance use services.Read more
  • 24-hour crisis supportCall the crisis line any time for urgent mental health support.Read more
  Call 313-344-9099DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Third Judicial Circuit Court self-represented litigant resources

  2 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226

  Help here

  • Court self-help informationPeople representing themselves can find court information and locations for common legal matters.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 3rdcc.org

• Older adults · Regional office

  The Senior Alliance

  5454 Venoy Road, Wayne, MI 48184

  Help here

  • Aging servicesOlder adults and caregivers can contact the agency for information and help connecting to local services.
  Call 734-722-2830DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · Regional office

  Detroit Area Agency on Aging

  1333 Brewery Park Boulevard, Suite 200, Detroit, MI 48207

  Help here

  • Aging servicesOlder adults and caregivers in Detroit and nearby communities can ask about services and support.
  Call 313-446-4444DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on detroitseniorsolution.com

• Veterans · County office

  Wayne County Veterans Services

  400 Monroe Street, Suite 405, Detroit, MI 48226

  Help here

  • Veterans assistanceEligible veterans can ask for help with financial hardship, funeral expenses, and basic needs.Read more
  Call 313-224-5045DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Wayne County Homeland Security & Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness informationFind guidance to prepare for emergencies and disasters affecting Wayne County.
  Call 734-728-3711Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on waynecounty.com

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  SEMCA Michigan Works! American Job Centers

  25363 Eureka Road, Taylor, MI 48180

  Help here

  • Job search and training helpResidents can get help with job searches, resumes, interviews, and job training.
  Call 734-229-3500DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office

  Michigan Secretary of State office, Detroit East Warren

  580 East Warren Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesResidents can visit by appointment for driver license, state ID, and vehicle services.Apply online
  Call 888-767-6424DirectionsWebsite

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

Wayne County, Michigan website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Wayne County

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

Cities and towns in Wayne County

• Allen Park
• Belleville
• Dearborn
• Dearborn Heights
• Detroit
• Ecorse
• Flat Rock
• Garden City
• Gibraltar
• Grosse Pointe
• Grosse Pointe Farms
• Grosse Pointe Park
• Grosse Pointe Woods
• Hamtramck
• Harper Woods
• Highland Park
• Inkster
• Lincoln Park
• Livonia
• Melvindale
• Plymouth
• River Rouge
• Riverview
• Rockwood
• Romulus
• Southgate
• Taylor
• Trenton
• Village of Grosse Pointe Shores
• Wayne
• Westland
• Woodhaven
• Wyandotte

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