Holiday Resources
Thanksgiving
St Thomas Thanksgiving Basket
Date: Saturday, November 23rd 10am-11am
Location: St Thomas Lutheran Church, 23801 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe MI 48201 Description: Fresh veggies, fruit, and turkey. First come, first serve. Eligibility: No registration or eligibility required.
Website: https://www.stl-eastpointe.org/food-pantry/
CNS Healthcare Turkey Give Away (Eastpointe)
Date: Saturday, November 23rd - Lines Open at 9:45am
Location: 21331 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe, MI 48021
Description: Free turkey give away. First come, first served.
Eligibility: Adults only, limit one per household. Photo ID may be required. Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/9505670699448168
CNS Healthcare Turkey Give Away (Conner Ave. Detroit) Date: Monday, November 18th - Lines Open at 9:45am
Location: 2900 Conner Ave, Detroit, MI 48215
Description: Free turkey give away. First come, first served.
Eligibility: Adults only, limit one per household. Photo ID may be required. Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/540854151888397
CNS Healthcare Turkey Give Away (Joy Rd. Detroit)
Date: Saturday, November 23rd - Lines Open at 9:45am
Location: 15560 Joy Road, Detroit MI 48228
Description: Free turkey give away. First come, first served.
Eligibility: Adults only, limit one per household. Photo ID may be required. Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1665909587314575
Eastern Market Shed 5 Thanksgiving Food Give Away(Russell St. Detroit) Date: Tuesday, November 26th - Lines Open at 11:00am
Location: 2934 Russell St, Detroit MI 48207
Description: Thanksgiving food give away. First come, first served. Eligibility: Adults only, limit one per household. Photo ID may be required.
Christmas
St Thomas Christmas Basket
Date: Saturday, December 21st 10am-11am
Location: St Thomas Lutheran Church, 23801 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe MI 48201 Description: Fresh veggies, fruit, and ham. First come, first serve.
Eligibility: No registration or eligibility required
Website: https://www.stl-eastpointe.org/food-pantry/
Christmas Toy Shop - Registration Closes November 30th at 12am Date: December 7th & 9th, 2024 9am-3:30pm - Appointment time selected during registration Location: Utica Campus, Fellowship Hall 45160 Van Dyke Ave, Utica MI 48317 Description: Eligible families in Macomb County must register in order to shop. Registration spots are limited. Each shopper must select an available appointment time. This program is unable to accommodate non-custodial parents (e.g grandparents who do not hold legal custody) Eligibility: Verification of need via current program enrollment (WIC, SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, Medicare, SSDI, etc.) If there are extenuating circumstances or hardship for the family please email Jenny at jjaroneski@trinityutica.com
Pricing/Items: New toys, clothes, books, and other gift items by donation available to families in need at a significantly discounted price.
Original Price $1-$10, Christmas Toy Shop Price $1.
Original Price $11-$20, Christmas Toy Shop Price $2.
Original Price $21-$30, Christmas Toy Shop Price $3.
Original Price $31-$40, Christmas Toy Shop Price $4.
Shoppers will be able to spend up to $10 per child.
Registration Site: https://trinityutica.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2462334 General Resources
Food, Clothing, Hygiene
Forgotten Harvest Mobile Pantry Event List (updates weekly):
Locations: Various throughout the Tri-County Area
Date/Time: Multiple/Ongoing
Website: https://www.forgottenharvest.org/find-food/
Gleaners Mobile Pantry Event List (updates weekly):
Locations: Various throughout the Tri-County Area
Date/Time: Multiple/Ongoing
Website: https://pantrynet.org/mobile-distribution-events/
St Thomas Food Pantry
Date: Every 3rd Saturday of the Month from 11am-12pm
Location: St Thomas Lutheran Church, 23801 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe MI 48201 Eligibility: No registration or eligibility required.
Website: https://www.stl-eastpointe.org/food-pantry/
MI Bridges Informational Video: Food Stamps, Medicaid/Medicare, govt. Assistance, etc. Informational Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-yn9nKLPXA&t=60s Register/Apply: https://newmibridges.michigan.gov/s/isd-landing-page?language=en_US WIC: https://www.michigan.gov/mdhhs/assistance-programs/wic
St Vincent de Paul Food Depot
Date: Wednesdays/Thursdays 10am-1pm
Location: 28720 Stephenson Hwy. Madison Heights, MI 48071
Eligibility: Proof of income and photo ID
Contact: svdpfooddepot@gmail.com
Website: https://svdpdetroit.org/How-We-Help/Matchan-Nutrition-Center--Food-Depots
St Thomas Clothing Closet
Date: Saturday, November 9th 11am-1pm / Saturday, December 14th 11am-1pm Location: St Thomas Lutheran Church, 23801 Kelly Rd, Eastpointe MI 48201 Description: Clothing closet for families in need.
Eligibility: No registration or eligibility required.
Website: https://www.stl-eastpointe.org/calendar/
St Vincent de Paul Thrift Store
Date: Mon-Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 11am-6pm
Location: 28720 Stephenson Hwy. Madison Heights, MI 48071
Contact: (248) 206-5644
Website: https://svdpdetroit.org/Get-Involved/Shop-Our-Stores/Store-Locations
Bernadette's Faith in Action / Baby Love Pantry
Date: Saturdays from 12pm-2pm
Location: 20880 E. 10 Mile, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080-1129
Description: Food, winter coats, shirts, hoodies, socks, winter hats/gloves, hygiene products
Phone: 586-623-9371
Email: info@faithinaction.org
Website: https://bfaithinaction.org
Mt. Calvery Lutheran Church
Date: Thursdays 9:30am-1:30pm
Location: 8129 Packard Ave. Warren, MI 48089
Phone: 586-757-0319 586-758-3940 (food and baby pantry office) Email: secretary@mtcalvaryelca.org
Website: https://www.mtcalvaryelca.org/services-1
Description: There is a clothing pantry and a free-food shelf available during Community Center hours. A Food Pantry and Baby Pantry are available to those needing assistance. NOTE: For families living between 8 Mile and 9 Mile and Sherwood and Hoover, proof of current residence.
St. Pio of Pietrelcina Catholic Church
Location: 18720 Thirteen Mile, Roseville, MI 48066
Phone: 586-777-9116 #3
Email: stpiofacebook@gmail.com
Website: https://stpioparish.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stpiorosevillemi
Description: Diapers sized newborn to size six available for children aged 36 months or younger. Also avail- able: wipes, formulas, clothing under 12 months size, blankets, infant personal care, and other baby items. No infant furniture available.
Medical, Behavioral, Dental Care
MyCare Health Center: Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health
Description: Full service non-profit medical facility accepting a wide variety of insurance and serves the uninsured. Discounts are available based on family size and income. Offers financial assistance through a sliding fee scale program.
Services: Routine Medical Care, Management of Chronic Disease, Preventative Medicine, Dentistry, Laboratory Services, Behavioral Health, EKG & Pulmonary Function Testing, Immunizations and Sports Physicals, Patient Shuttle (upon request), Counseling, Translation, Podiatry, etc.
Location: Multiple - Centerline, Clinton Township, Mount Clemens, Madison Heights. Website: https://www.mycarehealthcenter.org/
Common Ground Behavioral Health Urgent Care
Description: Nonprofit, trauma informed, recovery oriented agency dedicated to helping youths, adults, and families in crisis. Clinicians on stand by 7 days a week for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, suicidal thoughts, or other behavioral/mental health concerns. Provides mental health assessments, psychiatric evaluations, short-term prescriptions, intervention/therapy, care coordination with ongoing health providers, etc. Accepts Blue Cross, Blue Care Network, Molina, Priority Health, and Medicaid. Cost: Visits are free for Medicaid recipients. Cost for individuals with commercial health insurance is dependent on individual copays and deductibles.
Appointment Types: Telehealth, Virtual Visits, In Person Visits.
Contact: (248) 893- 5454
Website: https://commongroundhelps.org/get-help/behavioral-health-urgent-care/
Utility Assistance
THAW: The Heat and Warmth Fund
Description: THAW works with agencies across Michigan to provide emergency energy and utility help to households facing financial difficulties. THAW has multiple utility assistance programs available which are open to income-eligible Michigan residents. However, before seeking THAW assistance, we encourage you to contact your utility provider to see what options may be available to you. Grants to households are approved at the discretion of THAW staff and our agency partners. Find out about Individual Programs below.
Website: https://thawfund.org/assistance/#
Informational Video:
Contact/Apply: (800) 866-8429 https://thawapplications.thawfund.org/
Macomb County WRAP: Water Residential Assistance Program/Furnace Repair or Replacement
Description: Available for qualified residents in some Macomb County communities. WRAP offers an individualized service plan to help residential customers in the Great Lakes Water Authority regions to pay past-due bills, get $25 monthly credit toward futures bills, receive plumbing repairs, and get water saving kits. May also be able to assist with furnace repair and/or replacement through the Weatherization program.
Website: https://mca.macombgov.org/MCA-WRAP
Contact: Water Assistance: 586-759-9156 Furnace Repair/Replacement: 586-469-6329
Affordable Connectivity Program: Internet Assistance
Description: The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more.The benefit provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers if they contribute more than $10 and less than $50 toward the purchase price.
Informational Site: https://www.fcc.gov/acp
Registration Site: https://www.affordableconnectivity.gov/
Eviction Divergence, Rent/Mortgage Assistance
Good Shepherd Coalition: Eviction Diversion Assistance
Description: We assist with funding for current court-ordered evictions, past due/disconnected utilities, and also provide referrals and resources for additional needs. Website: http://www.gscmacomb.org/about-us/our-mission
Contact: gscmacomb@gmail.com
Macomb County Community Action
Description: Emergency solution grants, low income water assistance, transportation, food assistance, rent and mortgage assistance, utility assistance, tax preparation, and more for Macomb County Residents
Contact: (586) 469-5656 , housing@macombgov.org
Website: https://mca.macombgov.org/MCA-ES-CommunityServices
Wayne Metro Community Action:
Description: Offers property tax assistance, food support, water assistance, energy assistance, tax prep programs, financial coaching/education, housing stability and counseling services, mortgage support, domestic violence services, supportive services for veteran families, and more fo Wayne County residents.
Contact: (313) 388-9799 / wmconnectcenter@waynemetro.org
Website: https://www.waynemetro.org/programs/
MI HUD/Section 8: https://www.hud.gov/states/michigan
Housing Choice Voucher Information:
https://www.hud.gov/topics/housing_choice_voucher_program_section_8
MI Bridges Informational Video:
Register/Apply: https://newmibridges.michigan.gov/s/isd-landing-page?language=en_US
Shelters/Transitional Housing
Motor City Mitten Mission
Description: Provision of funding to provide families with temporary shelter in a motel if experiencing a housing crisis.
Contact: (313) 854-5566
Website: https://www.motorcitymittenmission.org/emergency-shelter
Macombs Answer to Temporary Shelter (MATTS)
Description: Goal based shelter with an average stay of 90 days. Drug and alcohol free emergency residential unit for men, women, and children in Macomb County. Residents are offered case management, counseling, referrals, clothing, medical care, and financial assistance. Location: 24140 Mound Rd, Warren MI 48091
Contact: (586) 754-7400
MCREST Transitional Shelter / Rapid Rehousing
Description: Shelter Services, Learning & Resource Centers, Housing Programs, etc. Location: 215 South Main St. Mt Clemens, MI 48043
Contact: (586) 415-5101 , shelter@mcrest.org
Housing Assistance
Community Housing Network
Location: 570 Kirts Blvd. #231 Troy, MI 48084
Contact: (248) 928-0111 , (866) 282-3119
Website: https://communityhousingnetwork.org/
Description: Aims to provide affordable, long term housing solutions to families experiencing housing instability.
Macomb County Community Action
Description: Emergency solution grants, low income water assistance, transportation, food assistance, rent and mortgage assistance, utility assistance,housing stability and counseling services, tax preparation, and more for Macomb County Residents
Contact: (586) 469-5656 , housing@macombgov.org
Website: https://mca.macombgov.org/MCA-ES-CommunityServices
Wayne Metro Community Action:
Description: Offers property tax assistance, food support, water assistance, energy assistance, tax prep programs, financial coaching/education, housing stability and counseling services, mortgage support, domestic violence services, supportive services for veteran families, and more fo Wayne County residents.
Contact: (313) 388-9799 / wmconnectcenter@waynemetro.org
Website: https://www.waynemetro.org/programs/
MI HUD/Section 8: https://www.hud.gov/states/michigan
Housing Choice Voucher Information:
https://www.hud.gov/topics/housing_choice_voucher_program_section_8
MI Bridges Informational Video:
Register/Apply: https://newmibridges.michigan.gov/s/isd-landing-page?language=en_US
Legal Assistance
Lakeshore Legal Aid
Description: Not-for-profit law firm providing a range of free civil servies to people who are low income, seniors, or survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in our communities. Services: Family law, housing, consumer, public benefits, estates/guardianships, protection from abuse, income tax, individual rights, employment, expungement, education, ect.
Contact: (888) 783-8190
Website: https://lakeshorelegalaid.org/
Employment
Job Training Programs through Focus: HOPE - programs are free to most https://www.focushope.edu/programs/job-training/
Michigan Job Fair Network - Shows upcoming Career/Job Fairs in the area https://jobs.mitalent.org/CareerEvent.aspx?e=View&PageNumber=1&RowSize=24&View=list
MI!Works - e.g job fairs, resume building events, interview skill development, etc. https://msc-mw.org/events/
https://msc-mw.org/for-job-seekers/
Live Rite Resource Center
Location: 27700 Gratiot Ave. Roseville, MI 48066
Phone: 586-217-5899
Email: liveritestructuredcorp@gmail.com
Website: https://www.liveritestructuredcorp.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveritestructuredcorp
Description: We have a staffing company here at Live Rite. It’s
called Nu-Way Staffing, and we have been hard at work compiling informa tIon so we can assist everyone who comes in our doors in finding gainful
employment. We have contracts with several local factories and are work ing diligently to build relationships with others to give our clients the best
opportunities possible.
Open to returning citizens and those with a felony
record.