Wayne County, MI Assistance Programs

Our housing assistance programs include HUD, housing assistance, Section 8, subsidized housing programs in Wayne County.

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency

2121 Biddle, Ste. 102
Wyandotte, MI - 48192
(734) 246-2550
Wayne-Metro Homelessness Prevention Services (HPS) provide assistance that helps individuals and families confronting homelessness become self-sufficient, find and maintain adequate permanent housing, and provide their children with a healthier living environment...

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Michigan Legal Services (MLS)

220 Bagley, Suite 900
Detroit, MI - 48226
(313) 963-3298
Homeless: In a collaborative with three other agencies, MLS provides legal services for this difficult to serve population which presents many urgent legal needs in the areas of public benefits, housing and domestic violence...

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Madison Community Resource Center

5370 McKinley Avenue
Detroit, MI - 48208
(313) 898-7996
Services: Funds can pay bills and housing costs, get vouchers for free food, medicine and, of course, meals and clothing. Get help from case managers and experts. ..

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Health Emergency Lifeline Programs (HELP)

1726 Howard Avenue
Detroit, MI - 48216
(313) 832-3300
Services: Housing, Financial Assistance, Food and Nutrition, Medication Assistance Clinic Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm ..

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Coalition on Temporary Shelter (COTS)

26 Peterboro
Detroit, MI - 48201
(313) 831-3777
COTS programs (Emergency Shelter, Transitional Housing, and Permanent Supportive Housing) are designed to address each individuals needs and circumstances and support them in moving along a continuum from homelessness to housing and stability...

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Berwyn Senior Recreation Center

26155 Richardson
Dearborn Heights, MI - 48127
(313)791-3550
The Berwyn Senior Center was formerly an elementary school and was built in 1958. In 1979, the City of Dearborn Heights began leasing the building from the Crestwood School District to be used by and expanding senior population. In November of 1979, the building became Berwyn Senior Citizen Center. Housing twenty classrooms, a large multi-purpose room and a kitchen, the facility is utilized daily for classes, special events, meetings and the Wayne County nutrition program. After months of deliberation, a legal agreement was written to transfer ownership of the Center from the Crestwood School District to the City of Dearborn Heights. The purchase was to solidify the position of the Berwyn Senior Center in the community...

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Wayne Metropolitan Community Action

7310 Woodward Ave. Suite 800
Detroit, MI - 48202
(313) 388-9799
Outreach workers identify client needs and provide information and referral to both internal and external resources including food, clothing and other supportive services. Workers also handle direct client assistance with utilities, rent, mortgage, and food voucher services. The Call Center..

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Walter White CRC

550 Eaton St
River Rouge, MI - 48218
(313) 294-6276
Services offered: Distribution of clothing (infant to 5T), blankets, sheets, towels, diapers, formula, shoes, personal items, and food. No location requirements. ..

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The Society of St.Vincent de Paul

3000 Gratiot Avenue
Detroit, MI - 48207
(313) 393-2930
They provide clothing and food in emergency situations. ..

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St. Patrick Food Pantry

58 Parsons St
Detroit, MI - 48201
(313)833-0857
Hours: Mon-Sat. 11: AM-1: PM, Helps the less fortunate, regardless of religion. Emergency boxes of food, linkage to Wayne County churches and charities for hot meals, and even other benefits are available by referral...

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Spirit of Hope

1519 Martin Luther King Blvd.
Detroit, MI - 48208
(313) 964-3113
Providea food pantry. Hours: Sundays and Mondays 9am to 10am...

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September Days Senior Center

46425 Tyler Rd
Van Buren Township, MI - 48111
(734)699-8918
The mission of September Days Senior Center is to provide the availability of quality services, social interaction, and intellectual needs of maturing adults. Socialization, education, health, and opportunities for community services will be made available through nutritious meals, planned recreational programs, an informative newsletter, speakers, classes, trips, health screenings, tax assistance, information and referral, and advocacy...

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Samaritan Assistance Center

140 Superior Blvd
Wyandotte, MI - 48192
(734) 285-8450
Food, clothing, household furnishings, utilities, rent or mortgage assistance, prescriptions, emergency transportation, gas voucher. Members of congregations; Residents of Wyandotte, Homeless or Stranded persons...

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Salvation Army Harding

3735 Harding
Detroit, MI - 48214
(313)822-2800
Hours: Monday - Friday 8 - 4pm. Shelter and information on clothing closets, pantries, and benefits such as the Emergency Food Assistance Program are offered...

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Salvation Army - Wyandotte

1258 Biddle Ave.
Wyandotte, MI - 48192
(734) 282-0930
Services Offered:     Disaster Services     Emergency Financial Assistance     Food & Nutrition Programs     Seasonal Services     Casework Services     Visitation Services     Camping Activities     Senior Citizen Clubs     Christian Education     Women's Ministries     Worship Services - Sunday School     Worship Services - Church     Men's Ministries     Day Camp Activities     Latchkey Programs     Residential Camping Activities     Character Building Programs     Community Recreation Programs     Food & Nutrition ..

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Salvation Army - Wayne/Westland

2300 Venoy Rd
Westland, MI - 48186
(734) 722-3660
Services Offered:     Emergency Financial Assistance     Food & Nutrition Programs     Seasonal Services     Casework Services     Visitation Services     Camping Activities     Senior Citizen Clubs     Christian Education     Women's Ministries     Worship Services - Sunday School     Worship Services - Youth Ministries     Worship Services - Church     Music & Arts Programs     Day Camp Activities     Latchkey Programs     Residential Camping Activities     Character Building Programs     Community Recreation Programs     Community Recreation & Education Programs     Food & Nutrition ..

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Salvation Army - Plymouth Corps

9451 S. Main St.
Plymouth, MI - 48170
(734) 453-5464
Services offered: Disaster Services, Emergency Financial Assistance, Food & Nutrition Programs, Seasonal Services, Visitation Services, Women's Ministries, Worship Services - Sunday School, Worship Services - Church, Day Camp Activities, Food & Nutrition ..

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Salvation Army - Detroit Harbor Light

3737 Lawton
Detroit, MI - 48201
(313) 361-6136
Services Offered:     Adult Rehabilitation Center     Transitional Care & Work Release     Emergency Financial Assistance     Food & Nutrition Programs     Seasonal Services     Casework Services     Detoxification Services     Emergency Shelter     Visitation Services     Camping Activities     Senior Citizen Clubs     Christian Education     Women's Ministries     Worship Services - Sunday School     Worship Services - Children's / Teen     Worship Services - Church     Men's Ministries     Day Camp Activities     Day Care     Residential Camping Activities     Community Recreation & Education Programs     Alcohol and Drug Treatment     Food & Nutrition ..

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Salvation Army - Detroit Grandale

11311-25 Montrose Ave.
Detroit, MI - 48227
(313) 835-3736
Services Offered:     Emergency Financial Assistance     Food & Nutrition Programs     Seasonal Services     Visitation Services     Camping Activities     Women's Ministries     Worship Services - Sunday School     Worship Services - Church     Day Camp Activities     Latchkey Programs     Residential Camping Activities     Character Building Programs     Food & Nutrition ..

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Salvation Army - Dearborn Heights

26700 W. Warren Ave.
Dearborn Heights, MI - 48127
(313) 563-4457
Services Offered:     Emergency Financial Assistance     Food & Nutrition Programs     Seasonal Services     Visitation Services     Camping Activities     Senior Citizen Clubs     Christian Education     Women's Ministries     Worship Services - Sunday School     Worship Services - Children's / Teen     Worship Services - Church     Music & Arts Programs     Men's Ministries     Day Camp Activities     Day Care     Residential Camping Activities     Character Building Programs     Community Recreation Programs     Community Recreation & Education Programs     Food & Nutrition ..

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Saint Anne's Pantry

1000 Saint Anne
Detroit, MI - 48216
(313) 496-1701
They provide a food pantry. Hours of operation: Between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM on Wednesday ..

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People's Community Church

8601 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI - 48202
(313) 871-4676
Call for hours that free meals and food are provided. Also referrals can be administered for local charities and non-profits...

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PCS - Senior Day Time Center

2339 Caniff Avenue
Hamtramck, MI - 48212
(313)365-6260
The Senior Day Time Center opened in 1977 and is owned by PCS. The center is a full service day-care agency staffed by caring medical and social work professionals. The center offers daytime care for seniors who need a little extra help with meals, showering, and monitoring of medication as well as those experiencing Alzheimer's disease or dementia. This location also offers a wellness center for senior citizens to promote healthy lifestyles and habits...

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Metropolitan United Methodist Choice Pantry

8000 Woodard Ave
Detroit, MI - 48202
(313) 875-7407
Hours: free store - clients' choice pantry -2nd, 3rd, 4th weds of the month from 1pm to 3pm. Free groceries, canned goods, formula, and more is offered from the charity...

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Help's on the Way - Food Pantry & Clothes Closet

5358 South Beech Daly Road
Dearborn Heights, MI - 48125
(313) 908-7104
You can obtain information about Help's on the Way by phone, by emailing any of our contacts, or by visiting us at our Food Pantry and Clothing Center in Dearborn Heights on Thursday evenings. ..

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Ecorse Senior Center

4072 W. Jefferson Avenue
Ecorse, MI - 48229
(313)382-3305
The Senior Center offers services and activities to the Citys older adult population. The Center provides "Meals on Wheels" for its homebound seniors. Lunch at the Center is provided daily for a small fee. We also have bus service...

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Community Food Depot

3000 Gratiot
Detroit, MI - 48207
(313) 393-2930
Hours: M - f 10-2. Call for emergency food boxes. They may have groceries, rice, and other government commodities..

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City of Livonia Community Resources

33000 Civic Center Drive
Livonia, MI - 48154
(734) 466-2540
Service: Commodity Foods Distribution - TEFAP surplus commodity foods are distributed on a monthly basis to qualified low-income Livonia residents based on Total Household income and residency. Utility Shut-off Assistance - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds are available to qualified low-income Livonia residents who have a current utility shut-off notice. CDBG funding provides payment of gas, electric or fuel heating bills, up to a combined maximum of $500.00 on a one-time only basis...

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Church of the Messiah

231 E. Grand Blvd
Detroit, MI - 48207
(313) 567-1158
Provides a food pantry. Hours: Weds 10-12 Sat 8-10:30..

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Capuchin Soup Kitchen

1820 Mt. Elliot
Detroit, MI - 48207
(313) 579-2100
Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 4 pm. Soup kitchen. Free hot meals, clothing, and other services are for the low income and homeless in Detroit...

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Neighborhood Service Organization

Location Is Confidential
Detroit, MI - 48226
(313) 963-7829
24 hours, 7 days a week. Program consolidates and disseminates information about current bed vacancies for temporary shelters for homeless individuals in Wayne County...

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Mariners Inn

445 Ledyard St
Detroit, MI - 48201
(313) 962-9446
Shelter and Treatment Center for the homeless. **Residential Treatment: The Residential Treatment Program is the first step for most men entering Mariners Inn. We provide services to men who are at least 18 years of age and have substance use or co-occurring disorders (both mental health and substance use). Most of the men have a complex series of issues including developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, economic disparities, homelessness, legal issues, illiteracy, trauma, loss, and other social issues.Treatment includes a combination of 12-step principles, cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, expressive arts, and evidence-based alternatives. Our multidisciplinary team provides evidence-based mental health and substance use interventions in an integrated fashion through individual & group therapy, case management, vocational assistance, GED, and literacy services. The program also provides education to the men through curriculum-based didactics and topics including parenting, healthy relationships, HIV/AIDS, current events, nature of addiction, anger management, conflict resolution, health and wellness, relapse prevention, recreation, step study, spirituality, recovery supports, and vocational readiness. All of this aims to promote the lifestyle changes needed to sustain long-term recovery...

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Help With Dignity

2101 Prince Hall Dr 2c
Detroit, MI - 48207
(313) 346-6391
Services to assist with child care, rent payments and automobile related issues. We help homeless and low income people, people in need...

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Jackets for Jobs

5555 Conner St
Detroit, MI - 48213
(313) 579-9160
Jackets for Jobs, Inc. Michigan WORKS! Affiliate is a non profit corporation that provides interview-quality, professional business clothing at no charge to economically disadvantaged individuals in the Metropolitan Detroit Area. ..

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Travelers Aid Society of Metro Detroit

65 Cadillac Sq., 30th Floor, Suite 3000
Detroit, MI - 48226
(313) 962-6740
Wayne Homeless Network Project 1 (Out-Wayne County) is a collaboration between Travelers Aid Society of Metropolitan Detroit, Wayne Metro, The Salvation Army, Access, and various other human service agencies in the outlying county communities outside of Detroit...

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The Salvation Army Statewide Shelter Information

3737 Humboldt
Detroit, MI - 48208
(800) 274-3583
(24-Hour Line) Makes statewide referrals to temporary shelters in Michigan for homeless individuals...

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Starfish Family Services

715 S. Inkster Rd.
Inkster, MI - 48141
(313)563-5005
24-Hour Line. Fax: (313)563-4765 Operates a 10-bed shelter for children who have run away or been asked to leave their homes; or who are experiencing abuse, neglect, or an individual or family crisis. Maximum length of stay is 14 days. Runaway and homeless youth ages 10-17. Does not accept youth under the influence of alcohol or drugs...

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Lutheran Social Services of Michigan Wayne County Family Center

30600 Michigan Ave
Westland, MI - 48186
(734)721-0590
They operate an emergency shelter for homeless families. They   accommodate 24 families with a maximum capacity of 108 people. Guests are not required to leave the shelter during the day. The average length of stay is 45 to 60 days. Hours of Operation: Monday - Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ..

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Local Rehab Assistance: 866-481-4384
Specialists trained to find the best treatment solutions at little to no cost. Call for location and rates for rehab.

William D. Ford Senior Center

6750 Troy St
Taylor, MI - 48180
(313)291-7740
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Veteran's Haven, Inc.

4924 Wayne Rd.
Wayne, MI - 48184
(734)728-0527
E-mail: Veterans Haven Inc. maintains a transitional arrangement Fax: (734)728-1278. ..

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The Helm at the Boll Life Center

158 Ridge Road
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI - 48236
(313)882-9600
Helm is more than just a place - it's a fundamental resource for older people in their community. No matter what stage of your life you are at, you want to stay in touch and be alive. You need answers and help. And of course, you need to have fun! Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ..

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Romulus Senior Center

36525 Bibbins
Romulus, MI - 48174
(734)955-4120
The Senior Services Department provides entertainment, recreation and essential services for Romulus older adult population. We offer a fully staffed Senior Citizen Center from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday...

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Northville Community Center Senior Services

303 W. Main Street
Northville, MI - 48167
(248)305-2851
We are here to provide recreational, fitness, educational and wellness activities...

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Melvindale Senior Community Center

4300 S. Dearborn St.
Melvindale, MI - 48122
(313)914-2178
Services: The Center serves as a social club for those over 50. Special events include birthdays and shopping trips. A number of daily activities are planned and the Center has a monthly calendar. The goods are distributed every month in the Center. The Senior Community Center at Melvindale Civic Arena. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm ..

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Maplewood Senior Center

31735 Maplewood St.
Garden City, MI - 48135
(734)793-1870
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LA SED Senior Center

7150 W. Vernor Hwy.
Detroit, MI - 48209
(313)841-8840
The LA SED seniors' center helps adults aged 64 and over maintain an independent lifestyle in their own homes. The   seniors meet for social, educational, recreational, and cultural purposes in a congenial environment. The Centre assists the elderly living within the service area of LA SED. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ..

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Civic Park Senior Center

15218 Farmington Rd.
Livonia, MI - 48154
(734)466-2555
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City of Southgate Senior Center

14700 Reaume Parkway
Southgate, MI - 48195
(734)258-3066
Open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, offering many forms of recreation, including arts and crafts, pool, a comfortable meeting place for friends and more...

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Allen Park Senior Program

15800 White St.
Allen Park, MI - 48101
(313)928-0770
The City of Allen Park offers a wide range of year round activities and services for residents, age 62 and older. The Allen Park Senior Program operates Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm. The office is located inside the Allen Park Community Center, 15800 White Street...

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