Newaygo County

Local offices in Newaygo County

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

• Human services · State office

  Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Newaygo County

  1018 E Newell St, White Cloud, MI 49349

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and health benefitsApply for food, cash, and health coverage benefits through the state.Apply online
  Call 231-689-5500DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  District Health Department #10, WIC Grant Office

  105 S Front Street, Grant, MI 49327

  Help here

  • WICAsk about WIC food and nutrition support for eligible families.
  Call 231-834-7239DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhd10.org

• Community action · Nonprofit

  TrueNorth Community Services

  6308 S Warner Avenue, Fremont, MI 49412

  Help here

  • Housing and homelessness supportContact TrueNorth for housing resource and homelessness assistance serving Newaygo County.
  • Energy assistanceAsk about help paying energy bills through TrueNorth's energy assistance program.
  Call 231-924-0641DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · Regional office

  District Health Department #10, Newaygo County

  1049 Newell, White Cloud, MI 49349

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet local public health services and health information for Newaygo County.
  • WICAsk about WIC food and nutrition support for eligible families.
  Call 231-689-7300DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhd10.org

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Newaygo County Mental Health

  1049 Newell St, White Cloud, MI 49349

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use servicesConnect with mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services.
  Call 231-689-7580DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · County office

  78th District Court, Newaygo County

  1092 Newell Street, White Cloud, MI 49349

  Help here

  • Court information and self-representation resourcesFind court information and resources for people representing themselves.
  Call 231-689-7257DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Newaygo County Commission on Aging

  93 S Gibbs St, White Cloud, MI 49349

  Help here

  • Aging servicesAdults age 60 and older can ask about meals, transportation, case management, and other support.
  Call 231-689-2100DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Newaygo County Department of Veterans Affairs

  1087 Newell St, White Cloud, MI 49349

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for veterans benefits and emergency assistance.
  Call 231-689-7218DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Newaygo County Emergency Services

  306 North Street, White Cloud, MI 49349

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness informationGet information to prepare for hazards and local emergencies.
  Call 231-689-7354DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  Michigan Works! West Central, Newaygo Service Center

  9075 Mason Drive, Newaygo, MI 49337

  Help here

  • Job and workforce servicesGet help finding work, training for a job, or getting unemployment assistance.
  Call 231-924-3230DirectionsWebsite

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

Newaygo County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Newaygo County

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

Cities and towns in Newaygo County

• Fremont
• Grant
• Newaygo
• White Cloud

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