Connect with essential support services in Huron County
Navigating the many resources available for families can be overwhelming, which is why we’ve created this page to help connect you with essential support services in Huron County. Whether you’re seeking assistance with financial needs, housing, food and clothing, or WIC programs, we have compiled a comprehensive list of local resources to help you and your family thrive.
We hope this page serves as a valuable tool for finding the support you need. Please let us know if you have any questions or need further assistance. We're here to help!
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Untied Way
United Way’s 211 services can connect you to existing resources by providing referrals for food and housing assistance, family support services, health and wellness, and more. Access support for free 24/7/365 by calling 211 or texting your zip code to 898 211.
2-1-1 Northeast Michigan provides Northeast Michigan with referrals and information to assist with essential needs. Currently, 211 Northeast Michigan is responsible for providing 2-1-1 services to 23 counties in Northeast Michigan, including Huron, Sanilac, and Tuscola County.
Visit 211nemichigan.org for more information about local resources available from United Way.
Spanish-Language Guide to Family Resources
Aquí encontrarás un folleto con un directorio de números de teléfono e información de contacto para organizaciones y programas locales.
Family Resources Brochure
The family resources brochure features a directory of contacts for childcare, schools, healthcare, and more! Click the button below to view, download, or print the brochure as a PDF.
Financial Assistance
MI Bridges: State of Michigan Assistance
You may qualify for state assistance with groceries, child care expenses, and medical care coverage. Use the online application to apply for multiple benefits: health care coverage (Healthy Michigan Plan, Medicaid, and MI Child), food, cash and child care assistance, and emergency services. For help navigating the MI Bridges website or for questions call 810-667-2734.
State Emergency Relief & Weatherization Assistance Program: Department of Health and Human Services
This program is for families facing extreme hardship or emergencies that threaten health and safety. You may qualify for emergency relief assistance if you are usually able to make ends meet but have found yourself in an unexpected emergency situation. For ongoing reduction in your energy expenses check out the weatherization assistance program.
Women, Infants and Children (WIC): Huron County Health Department
Provides supplemental foods that promote good health for pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children up to the age of five.
Health Insurance Marketplace
The Health Insurance Marketplace is a service that helps people and families in the United States compare and enroll in health insurance plans. It's also known as the "exchange".
(800) 318-2596
Social Security Administration
The Social Security Administration administers retirement, disability, survivor, and family benefits, and enrolls individuals in Medicare. They also provide Social Security Numbers, which are unique identifiers needed to work, handle financial transactions, and determine eligibility for certain government services.
(800) 772-1213
GST Michigan Works Employment Services
GST Michigan Works! is one of sixteen (16) Michigan Works! agencies across the State of Michigan operating workforce development programs designed to assist employers in finding skilled workers and job seekers to prepare for, find, and retain employment.
(989) 269-2311
Veterans' Affairs
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) runs programs benefiting veterans and members of their families.
(989) 269-8911
Housing Assistance
Human Development Commission
For those who find themselves homeless, HDC operates several programs to assist with temporary or permanent housing solutions. All individuals and families must be assessed by the Housing Assessment and Resource Agency and prioritized for placement within the program
Project Home
Provides support services to very low-income veterans who are facing homelessness: finding affordable housing; budget planning assistance; temporary financial assistance; and referrals for other community services.
Emergency Service Grant
Assists singles/families that are homeless or at imminent risk of becoming homeless with eviction notices and utility shut-off notices.
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher
Assist homeless singles/families who are losing their place to stay with applying for Section 8 housing.
Food & Clothing Assistance
Baby Pantry (Bad Axe)
989-658-8625
Bay Port Community Food Pantry
989-656-7281
Bay Shore Camp Food Bank (Sebewaing)
989-883-2501
Caseville Community Food Pantry
586-212-4224
Elkton Food Pantry
989-375-4113
Free Methodist Church (Bad Axe)
989-269-8664
Goodwill (Bad Axe)
989-623-0114
Harbor Beach Emergency Food Pantry
989-479-6053
Human Development Commission (Bad Axe)
989-269-9502
Kinde Food Pantry
989-874-4636
New Life Center (Caseville)
989-856-4009
Pigeon Community Food Pantry
989-453-3026
Shared Blessings Food Pantry (Bad Axe)
989-269-8519
Thumb Breadbasket (Pigeon)
989-856-7652
Thumb Industries Thrift Store (Bad Axe)
989-269-9998
Trinity UM Food Bank (Sebewaing)
989-883-3350