Community Resources
Food Assistance
Forgotten Harvest
250+ agencies distributing emergency food assistance to those in need.
248-268-7756
Gleaners Community Food Bank
Food distribution efforts include drive-up mobile sites.
866-GLEANER (453-2637)
Michigan 2-1-1
Michigan 2-1-1 is an easy way to find help right in your community for food, housing or paying bills.
24 hours, 7 days a week
2-1-1 or 844-875-9211
Text your ZIP code to 898211
Lighthouse MI
Lighthouse MI responds to the immediate needs of community members experiencing economic crises by providing the following services:
Food Distribution
Homelessness Prevention
Emergency Shelter
Runaway & Homeless Youth
Pontiac: 248-920-6000
Clarkston Food Pantry: 248-920-6000 x4403
South Oakland Emergency Shelter: 248-920-6000 x3300
Michigan Department of Education's Food Service Program Map
Summer Food Service Program was created to ensure that children in lower-income areas receive nutritious meals during long school vacations when they do not have access to the National School Lunch or Breakfast Programs.
MI Bridges (Public Assistance)
Apply for benefits, manage your case, and explore local and state resources.
- Housing & Shelter
- Food
- Work & School
- Family Support
1-844-799-9876
Health Services
Easterseals
Easterseals MORC offers a comprehensive array of supportive services to help children and adults with mental illness, physical and developmental disabilities and/or special needs and their families.
Royal Oak: 248-544-2034
Pontiac: 248-706-3450
Southfield: 248-372-6800
Community Network Services (CNS)
CNS Healthcare has eight certified community behavioral health clinics that provides the following services:
- Mental Health Resources
- Crisis Care
- Career Opportunities
- Adult Services
- Child, Youth, & Family Services
- Community Engagement
- Integrated Medical Services
- Suicide Prevention
- Peer Services
248-745-4900
24/7 Resource and Crisis Helpline: 1-800-231-1127
Oakland County Health Division
The Oakland County Health Division provides health services for the public, businesses and educational communities.
- Immunizations
- Walk-in Clinics
- Hearing and vision testing for children (no cost)
- Child Development Assessment
- Emergency preparedness
- No-cost hearing and vision testing for ages 3 to 18
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program
Pontiac: 248-858-1280
Southfield: 248-424-7000
Gary Burnstein Clinic
Gary Burnstein Clinic offers high-quality, free healthcare for people without insurance.
Medical, Nursing, & Pharmacy Services
Dental Services
Community Programs
248-309-3752
Havenwyck Hospital
Havenwyck behavioral health treatment center in Auburn Hills, MI offers individualized inpatient and outpatient programs for all ages.
248-373-9200
24/7 Immediate Assessment 1-800-401-2727
United Way
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Provides information about community services including food, clothing, rent and utility assistance, physical and mental health.
2-1-1 or 800.552.1183
Nurse on Call
The Nurse on Call hotline offers information about health and related resources. Calls are answered by Oakland County Health Division Public Health Nurses.
Monday-Friday
8:30am - 5:00pm
1-800-848-5533
Women, Infants, & Children (WIC)
Oakland County Health Division WIC offices will only offer appointments and services over the phone and online until further notice.
248-858-1272
Common Ground
24/7 Resource and Crisis Helpline/Text/Chat/safe shelters and treatment
Common Ground offers assistance for:
- Mental Health Emergencies
- Counseling
- Emergency Shelter
Call or Text 988
248-451-2600 or 1-800-231-1127
Honor Community Health
Honor Community Health is a non-profit, community health center providing comprehensive and integrated primary, behavioral health and dental care throughout Oakland County.
248-897-0722
Great Start Collaborative Oakland County
Programs for families, parents, and children include:
- Parent Connection
- Child Development
- Preschool & Childcare
- Social & Emotional Health
- Home Visits
- Early Childhood Services
- Positive Parenting Classes
844-456-5437
Household & Utilities
Oakland County Community Housing Network
Community Housing Network is a nonprofit organization committed to homelessness prevention and housing assistance.
248-928-0111
Oakland County Emergency Housing Support
Oakland County Emergency Housing Support Certified HUD Housing Counselors offer free housing information, education, and referrals in a confidential setting.
248-858-5402
Michigan 2-1-1
Michigan 2-1-1 is an easy way to find help right in your community for food, housing or paying bills.
24 hours, 7 days a week
2-1-1 or 844-875-9211
Text your ZIP code to 898211
United Way
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Provides information about community services including food, clothing, rent and utility assistance, physical and mental health.
2-1-1 or 800.552.1183
Common Ground
24/7 Resource and Crisis Helpline/Text/Chat/safe shelters and treatment
Common Ground offers assistance for:
- Mental Health Emergencies
- Counseling
- Emergency Shelter
Call or Text 988
248-451-2600 or 1-800-231-1127
Community Housing Network (CHN)
Provides programs and services to help people with disabilities, those who are homeless, and others in need to find long-term housing solutions. Assists families and individuals with very low income in obtaining Housing Choice Vouchers.
248-928-0111
Grace Centers of Hope
Grace Centers of Hope Emergency Shelter Program provides immediate assistance to the homeless, addicted, or victim of domestic violence by making available food, shelter, clothing, access to phones and computers, case managers, and other necessities.
855-435-7424 OR 855-HELP-GCH
HAVEN of Oakland County
HAVEN provides shelter, counseling, advocacy and educational programming for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
24-HR CRISIS & SUPPORT 248-334-1274
Lighthouse MI
Lighthouse MI responds to the immediate needs of community members experiencing economic crises by providing the following services:
Food Distribution
Homelessness Prevention
Emergency Shelter
Runaway & Homeless Youth
Pontiac: 248-920-6000
Clarkston Food Pantry: 248-920-6000 x4403
South Oakland Emergency Shelter: 248-920-6000 x3300
Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan
The Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan offers families in need gently used furniture that is essential to a home.
333 North Perry Street, Pontiac, MI 48342 248-332-1300
Hours of operation:
Monday-Thursday 9:00 am -- 4:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (closed 12:00 – 12:45 pm for lunch)
Safety
Madison Heights Police Department
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-Emergency Number: 248-585-2100
Oakland County Sheriff
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-Emergency Number: 248-858-4950
Reporting Abuse or Neglect
This toll-free number allows you to report abuse or neglect of any child or adult 24-hours, 7 days a week.
855-444-3911
National Domestic Violence Hotline
Offering domestic violence support 24 hours, 7 days a week.
1-800-199-7233
Text LOVEIS to 22522
National Child Abuse
Call or text 1-800-4AChild (1-800-422-4453)
National Sexual Assault
1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
Be SMART | Secure Gun Storage
Be SMART raises awareness that secure gun storage — storing guns locked, unloaded and separate from ammunition — can save children’s lives. Learn more and join us.
Michigan Children's Protection Registry
The Michigan Children's Protection Registry website allows Michigan parents to register their children's electronic contact points for protection from inappropriate messages.
