Southgate

Local offices in Southgate

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

• Human services · Regional office

  United Way for Southeastern Michigan 2-1-1

  Help here

  • Community help and referralsCall 211 to find local help with needs such as food, housing, utilities, health, and transportation.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org

• Utilities · City office

  Southgate Water Billing

  14400 Dix-Toledo Rd, Southgate, MI 48195

  Help here

  • Water bill paymentsResidents can pay city water bills and ask about automatic water bill payments.
  Call 734-258-3074DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on southgatemi.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Southgate Senior Center

  14700 Reaume Parkway, Southgate, MI 48195

  Help here

  • Senior programs and activitiesResidents age 55 and older can visit for programs, recreation, and other senior services.
  Call 734-258-3066DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on southgatemi.gov

• Library · City office

  Southgate Veterans Memorial Library

  14680 Dix-Toledo Rd, Southgate, MI 48195

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  • Library cards, materials, and public computersResidents can get a library card, borrow materials, and use library computers and printing services.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 734-258-3002DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on southgate.lib.mi.us

• Local office · City office

  Southgate City Hall

  14400 Dix-Toledo Rd, Southgate, MI 48195

  Help here

  • City information and department contactsCall City Hall for general questions or help reaching a city department.
  Call 734-258-3010DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on southgatemi.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Southgate Parks & Recreation Department

  14700 Reaume Parkway, Southgate, MI 48195

  Help here

  • Recreation programs and park rentalsResidents can find recreation programs and arrange rentals for city parks and facilities.Apply online
  Call 734-258-3035DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on southgatemi.gov

City of Southgate website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Southgate

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

Offices for all of Wayne County

Southgate is in Wayne County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Public health · County office

  Wayne County WIC Clinic

  33030 Van Born Road, Wayne, MI 48184

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition and food benefitsEligible pregnant people, parents, infants, and children under five can get nutrition support and food benefits.
  Call 734-727-7156DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on waynecountymi.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Wayne County Senior Services

  3600 Commerce Court, Building E, Wayne, MI 48184

  Help here

  • Senior meals and referralsAdults 60 and older in western Wayne County and downriver communities can ask about meal programs and referrals.
  Call 734-326-5202DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on waynecountymi.gov

• Child support · County office

  Wayne County Friend of the Court

  645 Griswold Street, Detroit, MI 48226

  Help here

  • Child support and family court servicesGet help with child support, parenting time, custody, and support orders.Read more
  Call 844-785-7593DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on 3rdcc.org

• State office · State office

  Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Wayne County offices

  Help here

  • State benefits and family servicesUse the state office locator to find the MDHHS office serving your address and ask about benefits and family services.Apply online
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Michigan 211

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall or visit Michigan 211 to find local help with housing, food, utilities, transportation, and other needs.
  Call 211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org

• Human services · County office

  Wayne County Health, Human & Veterans Services

  33030 Van Born Road, Wayne, MI 48184

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet public health services such as immunizations, disease control, and environmental health support.Read more
  • WICEligible pregnant people, new parents, infants, and children under five can get food benefits and nutrition support.Read more
  • Emergency preparednessGet information and support to prepare for public health emergencies.Read more
  Call 734-727-7000DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on waynecountymi.gov

Everything in Wayne County

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.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• 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.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

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