Service Categories
You can select a service category below and enter your location, age, and gender in the sidebar once you get to the search tool. Select the learn more dropdown menu below each for a description of each service category.
If you’re looking for resources to stay at a current resident or find a new safe place to live, contact 211 for resources and guidance. Whether you need help with rent or mortgage, property taxes, home maintenance and repair services, or want to volunteer to help others with their home improvements, reach out to 211 to be connected.
If you need assistance with your electric, gas, water, or other utility bills, Central Michigan 211 is your first stop for help. We can connect you to resources that might be able to help with your utility deposit, electric bill, gas bill, or your heating fuel.
You can contact Central Michigan 211 for information and referrals to services that assist with routine healthcare, chronic conditions, wellness programs, prescription-assistance services, and medical transportation options.
Need help with gas money to get to work or appointments? There might be an option in your area. Also, there might be assistance to help with bus fare or automotive repair and maintenance contact 211 to be connected.
Dial 211 or text your zip code to 898-211* to connect with a Certified Information and Referral Specialist from Michigan.
*Standard messaging and data rates may apply.
- Routine healthcare
- Medical transportation
- Prescription assistance
- Caregiver resources
- Electric service payment assistance
- Gas service payment assistance
- Heating fuel payment assistance
- Rent payment assistance
- Mortgage payment assistance
- Gas money
- Bus fare
The holiday season is supposed to be a time of magic and joy, but if you are worried about how to provide a holiday for your family, there is little joy. You don’t have to struggle alone. Contact 211 to see what options might be available in your area.
Did you know that 211 has options for legal assistance as well? If you find yourself needing legal assistance or advice, reach out today and be connected.
Animals are an important part of our life and your life. If you find that you need help with pet food, animal shelter, neuter/spayed services, or looking to volunteer with animals, contact 211.
When you are living with a chronic condition or caring for someone with a chronic life-changing condition you might start to feel overwhelmed and alone. But hope is out there. Central Michigan 211 can connect you to support groups, education, and caregiver support. You don’t have to be alone; we are here for you. There are also support groups for bereavement, sexual orientation support, gender identity support, and other life-changing events, like separation and divorce.
- Christmas baskets
- Holiday adoption programs
- Thanksgiving baskets
- Thanksgiving meals
- Animal shelters
- Pet food
- General legal aid
- 911 services
- Fraud reporting
- Bereaved parent support groups
- Domestic violence support groups
When a disaster strikes, it can be a scary time and a lot of information is being shared and it’s hard to know what is accurate and up to date. Here at 211, we pride ourselves on being a resource for when a disaster strikes. Be it a natural disaster, human-made disaster, or national emergency/pandemic, we are here to offer information and support to our communities.
Contact 211 to talk with a Certified Information and Referral Specialist based right here in the communities we serve – it’s free and confidential.
Toll-free in-state or out of state dial: 1-866-561-2500
- Disaster-related drinking water
- Cloth face masks
- Extreme heat cooling centers
- Extreme cold heating centers
- Mass care centers
- Disaster relief/recovery centers
- Disaster survivor inquires
211 can provide information about alternative education opportunities, GED exam preparation, tutoring for your children, and as well as financial literacy resources in your community.
For families looking for guidance and resources, contact us to be connected to resources that aid you with early education and tutoring, summer meal programs, mentoring, as well as information about financial aid and grants for those that are entering college.
For those wanting to learn English as a second language, contact us to find instruction in your area.
211 can help you find information about adult education programs and job interviewing skills. Contact us and we will guide you through all the possibilities!
Find resources for:
- Alternative education
- English as a second language
- GED preparation and assistance
- Supported employment
- College preparation
- Vocational education
- Tutoring
Whether you’re looking for gainful employment, help with your resume, improving your interview skills, or a teen looking for an employment program, a Certified Information and Referral Specialist will help you connect to local resources including job assistance centers, supported employment, certification programs, and more.
The 211 databases can connect you to local job centers for opportunities for work, as well as employment support for those with varying abilities.
If you could benefit from financial counseling, income tax preparation, or state income supports, then contact 211 today to be connected to resources in your area, 24/7.
- Unemployment
- Supported employment
- Resume skills
- Interview skills
- Teen employment programs
- Food stamps/SNAP
- TANF/cash assistance
- Budget counseling
- VITA tax assistance program
If you are struggling to feed your family, you are not alone. Food insecurity is a significant challenge facing individuals all over the country. Central Michigan 211 can connect you with programs that might be able to assist you.
Trained, local, Certified Information and Referral Specialist can provide information about a number of programs that assist families and individuals with various food needs. You can get information on government-sponsored programs such as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) aka Food Stamps. Information and guidance about the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), which provides food as well as nutrition education to new mothers, infants, and children up to age five.
211 is your resource for food assistance for seniors as well. We can connect you with in-home meal delivery services, seasonal meals and soup kitchens, and community gardening opportunities.
Find resources for:
- Food pantries
- EBT/SNAP
- WIC
- Holiday meals
- Summer lunch program
- Home delivered meals
- Nutrition education
- Community gardens
- Commodity food programs
211 offers guidance and support to our community members that are looking to give help to the communities. If you are looking to donate various items, volunteer, adopt a family during the holiday, we are here to direct you to options to give help to our neighbors.
You can dial 211 toll-free, send a text or email, or search online for a variety of services and programs.
Contact 211 to talk with a Certified Information and Referral Specialist based right here in the communities we serve – it’s free and confidential.
Toll-free in-state or out of state dial: 1-866-561-2500
Find resources for:
- Appliance donation
- Clothing donation
- Volunteer requirement/placement
- Tax preparation volunteer opportunities
- Disaster volunteer opportunities
- Donation pickup
- Medical supply donation program
You can contact Central Michigan 211 for information and referrals to services that assist with routine healthcare, chronic conditions, wellness programs, prescription-assistance services, and medical transportation options. You can also contact us to find resources and guidance on help with substance use/substance use disorders, support groups, and rehabilitation services.
Contact 211 for information about health care options, including Medicare, Medicaid, and local health options.
If you or a family could benefit from a support group, contact us to see what options are available for you.
We know the cost of prescriptions is a challenge for most. We can connect you to a resource that might be able to help.
You can dial 211 or text your zip code to 898-211* to connect with a Certified Information and Referral Specialist today.
*Standard messaging and data rates may apply.
Find resources for:
- Routine healthcare
- Insurance options
- Medical transportation
- Support groups
- Prescription assistance
- Caregiver resources
If you’re looking for resources to stay at a current resident or find a new safe place to live, contact 211 for resources and guidance. Whether you need help with current rent or mortgage, property taxes, home maintenance and repair services, or want to volunteer to help others with their home improvements, reach out to 211 to be connected.
If you need assistance with your electric, gas, water, or other utility bills, Central Michigan 211 is your first stop for help. We can connect you to resources that might be able to help with your utility deposit, electric bill, gas bill, or your heating fuel.
There are several ways to reach Central Michigan 211, you can dial 211 or 866-561-2500, you can text your zip code to 898-211*. You can also live chat with a Certified Information and Referral Click Here, and you can email us at 211@lifewayscmh.org.
*Standard messaging and data rates may apply.
Find resources for:
- Electric payment
- Gas payment
- Heating fuel
- Utility deposits
- Shelter
- Rent payment
- Mortgage payment
- Property tax payment
We all need help sometimes. If you find yourself or a loved one could benefit from some mental health resources reach out to Central Michigan 2-1-1.If you are looking for mental health support services including counseling, gambling addiction support, youth mental health services, or some other mental health support, we are here for you.
If you or someone you know is struggling with an addiction, contact 211 to get connected today. We offer guidance and referrals to a number of substance use programs from outpatient treatment facilities to hospitalization options. We can refer you to local support groups, relapse prevention services, continuing care programs, and mental health services.
211 can also provide referrals to services that assist with problem gambling for yourself or someone you know.
Getting help is a sign of strength and recovery is impossible. Don’t wait to reach out for confidential, free information about resources for yourself or someone you know.
Find resources for:
- Counseling services
- Support groups
- Mental health assessment or evaluation
- Crisis lines
- Alcohol use + drug use disorders
- Counseling services
- Gambling additions help
- Support groups
One of the beauties and challenges of Michigan is that we have all the weather, and for some having the clothing they need to thrive in various weather is a challenge. If you find you could benefit from assistance with clothing, personal hygiene items, furniture, diapers, or other personal and household items; please reach out to Central Michigan 211 to be connected to options in your area.
There are several ways to reach Central Michigan 211, you can dial 211 or 866-561-2500, you can text your zip code to 898-211*. You can also live chat with a Certified Information and Referral Click Here, and you can email us at 211@lifewayscmh.org.
*Standard messaging and data rates may apply.
Find resources for:
- Diapers
- Baby clothing
- School clothing
- Winter clothing
- General furniture provision
- Household goods vouchers
- Personal grooming supplies
Are you a Veteran looking for resources to assist in your daily life? Please reach out to Central Michigan 2-1-1 to find resources for Veterans and active military in your area, 24/7.
Some areas offer specialized resources for those with varying abilities, seniors, and families that have young children. If you find you are in need of resources to assist you or your family, please reach out today to be connected.
We can follow up (with your permission) to make sure you could access services. You are not alone. Help is available and the first step is to reach out to 211.
Find resources for:
- Head start
- Early on services
- School readiness programs
- Adult foster homes
- Assisted living facilities
- Veteran benefit assistance
Have you obtained a new job but not sure how you will afford the bus or gas money to get to work? Contact 211 to see what options are available in your area to help you get to work, school, and appointments. If you are looking for low-cost automobiles, contact 211 to find what options might be available for you.
You can dial 211 toll-free, send a text or email, or search online for a variety of services and programs, including gas money, bus fare, public transit, automobiles, non-emergency medical transportation, and automotive repair/maintenance resources to name a few.
Contact 211 to talk with a Certified Information and Referral Specialist based right here in the communities we serve – it’s free and confidential.
Toll-free in-state or out of state dial: 1-866-561-2500
Find resources for:
- Gas money
- Bus fare
- Public transit authorities
- Disability-related transportation
- Automobiles
- Automotive repair and maintenance