Legal
If you are in danger now, call 911
You can talk with an advocate any time. It is free and private, and they can help you make a safety plan.
- National Domestic Violence Hotline800-799-7233
- 911Emergency
- 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineCall 988
- 988 Suicide and Crisis LifelineText 988
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Programs in Michigan
Michigan programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Child Support Services
The Office of Child Support helps families establish and manage child support services.
Ways to apply:OnlinePaper
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Domestic Violence Services
MDHHS funds statewide and local services for people affected by domestic violence.
Ways to apply:Phone
Checked on October 8, 2026
Free legal help in Michigan
Legal aid groups funded by the Legal Services Corporation give free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, to people with low incomes.
- Lakeshore Legal Aid
Serves Macomb County, Oakland County, Wayne County
Call 888-783-8190Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Legal Aid of Western Michigan
Serves Allegan County, Berrien County, Cass County, Ionia County, Kalamazoo County, Kent County, Lake County, Mason County and 9 more
Call 616-774-0672Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Legal Services of Eastern Michigan
Serves Arenac County, Bay County, Clare County, Genesee County, Gladwin County, Gratiot County, Huron County, Isabella County and 6 more
Call 800-322-4512Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Legal Services of Northern Michigan, Inc.
Serves Alcona County, Alger County, Alpena County, Antrim County, Baraga County, Benzie County, Charlevoix County, Cheboygan County and 28 more
Call 906-786-2303Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
- Michigan Advocacy Program
Serves Barry County, Branch County, Calhoun County, Clinton County, Eaton County, Hillsdale County, Ingham County, Jackson County and 5 more
Call 888-783-8190Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Talk to a person
- Michigan 211
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