Oscoda County

Local offices in Oscoda County

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

• Child support · County office

  Oscoda County Friend of the Court

  105 S. Court St., Mio, MI 48647

  Help here

  • Child support and family court servicesParents can get information and help with child support and family court matters.
  Call 989-826-3548DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on oscodacountymi.com

• State office

  Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Oscoda County Office

  200 W. Fifth St., Mio, MI 48647

  Help here

  • Public benefitsResidents can get in-person help with state assistance programs and benefit cases.Apply online
  Call 989-826-4000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Housing help · County office

  Oscoda County Home Improvement Program

  311 S. Morenci Ave., Mio, MI 48647

  Help here

  • Home repair and weatherization assistanceIncome-eligible homeowners can apply for help with home repairs, emergency fixes, and weatherization.Apply online
  Call 989-826-1157DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on oscodacountymi.com

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Northeast Michigan

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, health care, utilities, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211nemichigan.org

• Public health · Regional office

  District Health Department 2, Oscoda County Office

  393 S. Mt. Tom Rd., Mio, MI 48647

  Help here

  • Public health servicesResidents can contact the health department about local public health clinics and services.
  • WIC nutrition programFamilies can contact the health department to ask about WIC nutrition support and appointments.
  Call 989-826-3970DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on dhd2.org

• Courts and legal help · County office

  Oscoda County Circuit Court

  105 S. Court St., Mio, MI 48647

  Help here

  • Court information and self-help referralsResidents can contact the court for court process information and referrals to civil legal help.
  Call 989-826-1107DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on oscodacountymi.com

• Veterans · County office

  Oscoda County Veterans Affairs

  205 E. 11th St., Mio, MI 48647

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits and supportVeterans and their families can get help with benefit claims, emergency grants, burial benefits, and referrals.
  • Veteran transportationEligible veterans and qualifying widows can ask for help getting to medical appointments.
  Call 989-826-9500DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on oscodacountymi.com

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  Michigan Works! Northeast Consortium, Mio

  1329 S. Mount Tom Rd., Mio, MI 48647

  Help here

  • Job search and workforce helpJob seekers can get help finding work, training for a career, and accessing employment services.
  Call 989-826-6107DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · County office

  Oscoda County District Library

  430 W. 8th St., Mio, MI 48647

  Help here

  • Library resources and learning programsResidents can use library materials, public technology, classes, and community programs.
  Call 989-826-3613DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on oscoda.lib.mi.us

Oscoda County website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Oscoda County

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

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