Genesee Intermediate School District
RESOURCE GUIDE
Community Resources for School, Staff and Parents
2007-2008
Genesee, Lapeer and Shiawassee Counties
Safe and Drug Free Schools Consortia
Compiled by Genesee Intermediate School Health, Safety and Nutrition Services. Partially funded with a grant from the Office of Drug Control Policy, Safe and Drug Free Schools, the United States Department of Education Emergency Management and Crisis Response Grant.
Agency List
4C Child Care Unlimited...... 8 Adult Children of Alcoholic and Dysfunctional Families...... 8 AARP ...... 8 Alano Club East...... 8 Al-Anon...... 8 Alateen...... 8 American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association...... 9 American Society for Deaf Children...... 9 American Red Cross-Genesee Lapeer Chapter...... 10 Answer Center for Women...... 10 Association for Children’s Mental Health...... 11 AVKO Dyslexia Research Foundation ...... 11 Beecher Alternative Education...... 11 Bendle/Carman-Ainsworth Adult Education ...... 12 Big Brothers/Big Sisters...... 12 Bone Marrow Donor Program-American Red Cross, Great Lakes Region ...... 12 Boys and Girls Club of America ...... 12 Boy Scouts of America...... 13 Brain Injury Association of Michigan...... 13 Brass Ring ...... 13 Bridges to Access ...... 14 Burton Senior Center...... 14 Byron Baptist Church...... 14 C.S. Mott Community College...... 14 Camps for Children and Adolescents...... 15 Canine Companions for Independence...... 15 Capital Area Community Services, Inc...... 15 Carman-Ainsworth Alternative Education...... 15 Carriage Town Ministries...... 16 Catholic Charities of Michigan ...... 16 Catholic Charities of Shiawassee and Genesee Counties...... 16 Catholic Outreach...... 16 Center for Civil Justice...... 17 Center For Disease Control National HIV/AIDS Hotline...... 17 Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS) ...... 18 Child Bereavement Support Group ...... 18 Children’s Museum ...... 18 Children’s Wish Foundation International ...... 18 Christ Episcopal Church Outreach Center ...... 19 Chronic Fatigue & Immune Dysfunction Syndrome ...... 19 Citizens for Better Care...... 19 Clio Alternative Education...... 20 Clio Area Senior Center ...... 20 Clinton County Counseling Service...... 20
- 2 - Coats for Kids...... 20 Cocaine Anonymous ...... 20 Community Home Health and Hospice...... 20 Community Resource Volunteers ...... 21 Compassionate Friends (Loss of a Love One) ...... 21 Consortium on Child Abuse and Neglect...... 21 Connexion, Inc...... 21 Consumer Assistance - State of Michigan ...... 22 Council Against Domestic Assault (CADA) Eve’s House ...... 22 Cristo Rey Community Center...... 22 Crossover Downtown Ministries...... 22 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Greater Michigan Chapter...... 23 Davison Alternative Education ...... 23 Daisys in Recovery...... 23 Davison-Richfield Senior Center ...... 24 Domestic Violence Connection...... 24 Deaf Community Advocacy Network...... 24 Deaf Experience Among Families ...... 25 Depressive/Manic Depressive Association ...... 25 Diabetes Support Group ...... 25 Disability Network ...... 26 Dogs for the Deaf ...... 26 Dot Caring Center, Inc...... 27 Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan...... 27 Down Syndrome Family Support Group...... 27 Early On/Project Find...... 28 Eastside Compassionate Mission Center...... 28 Eating Disorders Awareness and Prevention ...... 29 Eating Disorders Website...... 29 Emotions Anonymous Support Group ...... 29 Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan ...... 29 Family Independence Agency Department of Human Services...... 30 F.A.C.E.D. (Faith Access to Community Economic Development)...... 30 Family Services Agency of Mid-Michigan...... 30 Family Support Network of Genesee County ...... 30 Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN)...... 31 Fenton Alternative Education (Southern Lakes Campus)...... 31 FISH-Linden...... 31 Flint Community Schools Alternative Education ...... 32 Flint Crisis Pregnancy Services...... 32 Flint Odyssey House, Inc...... 33 Flint Pregnancy Counseling Center...... 33 Flushing Alternative Education...... 33 Flushing Area Senior Center ...... 33 Friend of the Court ...... 34 Genesee Coalition on Adolescent Pregnancy, Parenting and Prevention ...... 34 Genesee County Association for Retarded Citizens...... 34 Genesee County Bar Association...... 35 Genesee Council of the Blind, Inc...... 35
- 3 - Genesee County Childhood Asthma Taskforce ...... 35 Genesee County Community Action Resource Department...... 35 Genesee County Community Mental Health Services...... 36 Genesee County Free Medical Clinic...... 36 Genesee County Health Department ...... 36 Genesee District Dental Society...... 37 Genesee Health Plan...... 37 Genesys Regional Medical Center ...... 38 Goodwill Industries ...... 38 Grand Blanc Community Schools Alternative Education...... 38 Greater Flint Health Coalition...... 38 Habitat for Humanity...... 38 Hamilton Community Health Network ...... 39 Harvest House Shelter...... 39 Hasselbring Senior Center...... 39 Haven House ...... 39 Headstart...... 39 Health Access...... 40 Health Departments...... 40 Healthy Kids/MI Child Health Insurance...... 40 Hear Now ...... 40 Heartbeat ...... 41 Heartbeat of Greater Flint...... 41 Huntington Disease Society of America ...... 41 Hurley Children’s Clinic ...... 41 Hurley Medical Clinic...... 42 Hydrocephalus...... 42 Information Clearinghouse for Infants with Disabilities & Life Threatening Conditions ...... 42 Insight Recovery Center...... 42 Intake Assessment and Referral Center...... 43 International Children’s Anopthalmia Network-Albert Einstein Medical Ctr...... 43 International Dyslexia Society - Michigan Branch ...... 43 International Shriner’s Hospitals...... 43 Interstitial Cystitis Association ...... 44 Kairos Health Care, Inc...... 44 Kearsley Community Schools Alternative Education...... 44 Kidney Foundation of Michigan, Inc...... 44 Knights Templer Eye Foundation, Inc...... 45 Krapohl Senior Center...... 45 Lansing Area Parents Respite Center...... 45 Lake Fenton Schools Alternative Education...... 45 Lapeer Community Mental Health...... 46 Lapeer Pregnancy and Family Care ...... 46 Latchkey Programs...... 46 Leader Dogs for the Blind ...... 46 Legal Services of Eastern Michigan...... 46 Leukemia & Lymphoma Society-Michigan Chapter ...... 47 Library of Michigan-Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped ...... 47 Lifeline Systems ...... 47
- 4 - Lilly Answers Program ...... 47 Little People of America ...... 48 Lions Club Vision Program...... 48 Linden Community Schools Alternative Education...... 48 Listen, Inc. Pregnancy Help Center...... 48 Literacy Coalition...... 49 Loaves and Fishes ...... 49 Loving Hands Adult Day Care Services ...... 49 M.A.D.D...... 49 March of Dimes of Flint/Saginaw...... 50 Manic Depressive and Depressive Association of Metropolitan Detroit ...... 50 Mass Transportation Authority ...... 50 McLaren Behavioral Health Services...... 50 Medic Alert Foundation ...... 51 Medical Expense Assistance ...... 51 Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Programs ...... 51 Mental Health Association in Michigan...... 51 Menninger Clinic...... 52 MI Child Health Insurance...... 52 Michigan Association for Deaf - Hearing and Speech Services ...... 52 Michigan Association for Children with Emotional Disorders...... 52 Michigan Chapter March of Dimes - Flint Division ...... 53 Michigan Department of Career Development & Rehabilitation Services...... 53 Michigan Dyslexia Institute ...... 54 Michigan Eye Bank & Transplantation Center ...... 54 Michigan Indian Lupus Foundation ...... 54 Michigan Parkinson Foundation ...... 55 Michigan Protection and Advocacy Service ...... 55 Michigan School for the Deaf & Blind ...... 55 Michigan SIDS (Tomorrow’s Child) ...... 56 Michigan Sleep Diagnostic ...... 56 Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Services...... 56 Mid Eastern Michigan Talking Book Center ...... 57 Montrose Community Schools Alternative...... 57 Mott Children’s Health Center...... 57 Mt. Morris Schools Alternative Education...... 57 Multiple Sclerosis Society...... 58 Myasthenia Gravis Support Groups ...... 58 Narcotics Anonymous-Flint ...... 58 National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Genesee County ...... 58 National Association for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments...... 59 National Association of Physically Handicapped, Inc...... 59 National Association for the Deaf...... 59 National Bone Marrow Donor Program...... 59 National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Hotline...... 60 National Child Abuse Hotline/Child-help USA...... 60 National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder...... 60 National Center for Youth with Disabilities...... 60 National Council on Alcoholism and Addictions - Greater Flint Area, Inc...... 60
- 5 - National Craniofacial Association...... 60 National Down Syndrome Congress ...... 61 National Eating Disorders Awareness Prevention ...... 61 National Federation of the Blind of Michigan ...... 61 National Kidney Foundation of Michigan...... 62 National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Michigan Chapter...... 62 National Neurofibromatosis Foundation...... 62 National Resource Center on Domestic Violence...... 63 National Runaway Switchboard...... 63 National Spinal Cord Injury Association ...... 63 National Organization of Parents of Murdered Children, Inc...... 63 National Organization of Rare Disorders...... 64 Newspapers for the Blind, Inc...... 64 New Passages Community Support Services...... 64 Oakland Psychological Clinic ...... 64 Old Newsboys of Greater Flint ...... 65 Orton Dyslexia Society-Michigan Branch ...... 65 Osteogensis Imperfecta Foundation ...... 65 Ostomy Support Group ...... 65 Overeaters Anonymous ...... 66 Pathways Alternative/Adult Education Program ...... 66 PAWS with a CAUSE...... 66 Pediatric After Hours...... 66 Pierce Park Senior Citizens Center ...... 66 Planned Parenthood of East Central Michigan...... 67 Poison Control Center ...... 67 Post Partum Support International ...... 67 Pregnancy Counseling Center ...... 67 Pregnancy Health Center...... 68 Project Linus...... 68 RAVE (Relief After Violent Encounter), Inc...... 68 Reach 2010...... 68 Readings for the Blind...... 68 Ready, Set, Grow! Passport Program...... 69 Recovery, Inc...... 69 Resource Center, The ...... 69 Ronald McDonald House Charities...... 70 Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Center...... 70 Salvation Army...... 70 Scleroderma Foundation...... 71 Scleroderma Support Group...... 71 Sickle Cell Disease Association of America Michigan Chapter...... 71 SJO Grens Syndrome Support Group ...... 72 Social Security Administration ...... 72 Southwestern Michigan Spinal Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association ...... 72 Spanish Speaking Information Center...... 72 Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Referral Services...... 73 Sunshine Foundation ...... 73 Swartz Creek Alternative Education ...... 73
- 6 - Take off Pounds Sensibly...... 73 Teen Challenge of Greater Flint...... 74 Teen Ranch...... 74 Teen link HIV/AIDS/STD Information and Referral Hotline for Teens ...... 74 Together RX Program ...... 74 Tough Love Parent Group...... 75 Tourette Syndrome Association of Metro Detroit and Eastern MI Chapter ...... 75 Transition House ...... 75 Transplantation Society of Michigan – Gift of Life Agency ...... 75 Triangle Foundation ...... 75 Toys for Tots ...... 76 United Cerebral Palsy Association of Michigan ...... 76 United Ostomy Association...... 76 United Way/Labor Bone Marrow Donor Program...... 77 University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center ...... 77 Valley Area Agency on Aging ...... 77 Vision Care...... 78 Visually Impaired Center ...... 78 Vista Center...... 78 Volunteer in Health Care...... 78 Wellness HIV/AIDS Service, Inc...... 78 Wings of Mercy...... 79 Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program Genesee County Health Dept...... 79 Women’s Outreach Network-National Hemophilia Foundation...... 79 Woodward Counseling...... 80 YMCA of Greater Flint ...... 80 YWCA of Greater Flint...... 80
- 7 - 4C Child Care Unlimited 1401 S. Grand Traverse Flint, MI 48503 810- 232-0145 1-800-527-2182 810-232-6261 fax www.flint4c.org flint4c.com Hours: 8:30-5:00 p.m., M-F
Description: The mission of 4C Child Care Unlimited is to promote early childhood education for all children by providing information, support and program development.
Child Care Resource and Referral Maintain a database of licensed child care providers in Genesee County and the Thumb area (counties include Huron, Lapeer, Sanilac and Tuscola) for parents who need child care for their children. Also matches parents with child care providers who care for children with specialized needs. There is no fee for our service but child care should be discussed with the child care providers and their fees.
Adult Children of Alcoholic and Dysfunctional Families 810-234-6996 1110 Eldon Baker Drive Flint, MI 48503
Mutual support group for adults who come from alcoholic or dysfunctional families. Mutual Support Groups Provides a mutual support group for adults who came from alcoholic or dysfunctional families. Meets 7:00 p.m. Tuesdays, Insight Recovery Center.
AARP 2035 Front Street Fenton, MI 48430
Provides services for persons 50+ including insurance plans, pharmaceutical discounts and educational courses. Also provides a lobby group that advocates for senior issues.
Alano Club East 517-482-8957 2202 Howard Street Lansing, MI 48912
Provides AA, Al-Anon speaking meeting lists literature and socialization.
- 8 - AL-NON-ALATEEN P.O. Box 454 Linden, MI 48451 810-234-1460 24 Hour Line www.al-anon.org/alateen.html
Program mission is to help families and friends of alcoholics recover from the effects of living with a problem drinking relative or friend. Similarly, Alateen is a recovery program for young people sponsored by AL-Anon members. The program of recovery is adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous and is based upon the Twelve Steps, Twelve Traditions, and Twelve concepts of Service. The only requirement for membership is that there is a problem of alcoholism in a relative or friend.
Alateen 810-234-1460 (24 hour line)
Provides mutual self-help support group for teens that have family members or friends with alcohol abuse problems, based on the AA 12 Step model. Numerous sites and times.
American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association 2210 Gratiot Ave. East Detroit, MI 48201-2227 586-776-3900 800-598-4668 586-776-3903 fax www.aarda.org Hours: 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F
Provides services for persons with autoimmune disease and for their families to alleviate the suffering of individuals afflicted with autoimmune related diseases through research, education, early detection, family support and supportive services throughout America.
Disease/Disability Provides accurate up-to-date information (via website or brochures) and supportive services for the 50 million Americans afflicted with one or more autoimmune disease. Call 1-800-598-4668 or visit our website for details.
Voluntary Health Organization Provides a program of service, education and research related to autoimmune diseases through voluntary contributions from the public at large. Call 586-776-3900 or 1-800-598-4668 or visit the website for details.
- 9 - American Society For Deaf Children P.O. Box 3355 Gettysburg, PA 17325 1-717-334-8808 fax 800-942-2732 Toll Free Parent Hotline Hours: 8:00 a.m.-12:00p.m. PST, M-F www.deafchildren.org
National organization which provides information support and advocacy to help improve the educational recreational and health care opportunities of dead and hard of hearing children and youth.
Disease/Disability Information Mutual Support Groups Promotes parent-parent support, education and local networking via a toll-free voice/TTY phone line which offers encouragement and information as well as referral to local Parent Affiliated groups and experienced parents who live or work near the caller. Also, provides a quarterly newspaper, printed materials, a speakers “expert” parents and sponsors and biennial national convention and a listserv (an on-line discussion forum) for the discussion of parenting issues faced by parents raising children who are deaf or hard of hearing. ELIGIBILITY: Parents and families of children who are hard of hearing as well as educators and professionals. APPLICATION: Send an email message to list [email protected] with nothing in the body of the message except “subscribe PARENTDEAF-HH (your real name not your screen name).” All other services-call the toll-free voice/TTY Parent Hot Line at (800) 942-2732. FEES: Phone services and listserv-none Other services-vary
American Red Cross Genesee Lapeer Chapter 989-743-6118 810-232-1401 517-484-7461 702 W. Corunna Avenue 1401 Grand Traverse 1800 E. Grand River Corunna, MI 48817 Flint, MI 48503 Lansing, MI 48909
Description: Provides prescription assistance, military services, disaster services, international social services, disaster education, and disaster welfare inquiry.
Answer Center for Women 626 Stevens St. Flint, MI 48502 810 234-7777 810-234-7778 (Her Choice Taped Messages) HOURS: 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday 9:00a.m.-1:00 p.m. Wednesday 10:00a.m.- 2:00p.m. Friday, Closed on Thursday PARKING: Free lot on side of building MTA BUS STOP: Yes, two blocks away
Description: Provides services to all women facing unplanned pregnancy. Free pregnancy tests, abortion/adoption education, adoption referrals, abstinence education, STD education, maternity
- 10 - clothes, baby items, medical and hospital care assistance and referrals, access to existing pubic and private assistance programs, pregnancy education. ELIGIBILITY: Open to any woman FEES: Free
Association for Children’s Mental Health 1-888-226-4543 100 W. Washtenaw St., Suite 4 48933 Lansing, MI
Provides support, education and advocacy for families of children with, or at risk for mental health services.
AVKO Dyslexia Research Foundation 3084 W. Willard Rd., Suite W Clio, MI 48420-7801 810-686-9283 810-686-1101 fax www.avko.org [email protected] HOURS: 9:00a.m.-9:00 p.m., M-F PARKING:Yes MTA BUS STOP: No BARRIER FREE: Yes
AVKO Dyslexia Research Foundation was founded to help determine what dyslexia is, why traditional methods of teaching reading and writing fail to help most dyslexics learn to read and write, and what is needed to raise the level of literacy to the point where the words, illiteracy, phonemic awareness, learning disabilities, dygraphia, family literacy, adult literacy, and illegible handwriting will no longer have relevance. Provides training for parents, a library materials for teaching and free daily tutoring if necessary.
Mentoring Program Provides trained tutors who help persons of all ages learn to overcome dyslexia with spelling/reading classes.
Special Library Collection Provides the Bernice Webb Memorial Library, which has a specialized collection of materials on dyslexia. Free and open to the public. For Further information visit the website.
Beecher Community School District Beecher Alternative Education
New Directions (All Grades) Francine Edwards, Director Special Education 1149 Klein Street, Mt. Morris 48458
- 11 - 810-591-9202
Riley Adult and Alternative Education and Even Start Debbie Cassidy, Director 1149 Klein Street, Mt. Morris 48458 810-591-9202 Bendle/Carman Ainsworth Adult Education Atlantis High School (16-18) 591-3276 (on Eldon Baker Dr.) Diana K. Balbaugh, Principal Carman Park - Baker Career Academy 3375 Van Campen Dr. Flint, MI 48507 810-591-3620 810-591-3795 Fax [email protected]
Big Brothers/Big Sisters 810-235-0617 517-546-1140 902 E. 6th Street 1004 Pinckney Rd., #203 Flint, MI 48503 Howell, MI 48843
One-to-One friendship provided by adult volunteers for children who hare having problems adjusting to home, school and community. Youth spend time with a volunteer mentor 15-20 hours per month. Transportation provided.
Bone Marrow Donor Program American Red Cross Great Lakes Region United Way of Genesee County 810-232-8121 Ext. 855 810-232-8121 Ext 831 328 S. Saginaw St., 5th Floor Flint, MI 48502
Provides local registry for national bone marrow donor program.
Organ and Tissue Bank Provides registration list for national bone marrow donor program. Facilitates special events and drives to raise awareness of need for donors.
Boys and Girls Clubs of America 1-517-394-0455 4315 Pleasant Grove Road Lansing, MI 48910
Provides activities for children ages 7-17 including tutoring, computer access, recreation, game room, life skills classes, field trips, teen learning center, cadet program, computer camp, conflict resolution, arts and crafts, physical education, game room and sports.
- 12 - Boy Scouts of America Wolverine Council Tall Pine Council 1-743-971-7100 810-235-2531 1979 Huron Parkway 507 W. Atherton Road Ann Arbor, MI 48104 Flint, MI 48507
Description: Provides comprehensive Youth Development programs for boys, grades 1-12. Also provides summer day camps and 1-2 week summer camp programs. Call the council nearest you.
Brain Injury Association of Michigan 800-772-4323 810-229-5880 810-229-8947 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F 7305 Grand River, Suite 100 Brighton, MI 48114
Provides services for persons with brain injuries and their families including information and resources, advocacy to encourage and support legislation pertaining to health care issues, prevention programs and support services.
Disease/Disability Information Provides information and referral services for persons with brain injuries and their families.
Mutual Support Groups Mutual support group for persons with brain injuries and their families. The Flint Chapter meets 4th Thursday 8:00 p.m. McLaren Head Injury Bldg,. 4448 Oak Bridge Dr., Flint.
Brass Ring 407-339-6188 407-339-6369 Fax 500 Macaw Lane Fern Park, FLl 32730
Description: The Brass Ring Society to fulfill the dreams of children who suffer from a life threatening or terminal illness. The Society is a tax-exempt 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. The society reaches children in every state and Canada.
Wish Foundation Provides dream fulfillment for children (ages 4-17) with a life threatening or terminal illness. The main requirement is that the dream must be that of the child. Entire families are included where applicable. The most popular request, about 94%, is for trips for Disney World. This program is open to children throughout the United States and Canada and under special circumstances to children from other countries. Call toll free (800) 666-9474 or visit website.
- 13 - Bridges to Access 866-728-4368 Hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. www.bridgestoaccess.gsk.com
Provides a 60-day supply of Glaxo Smith Kline medication for $5.00 to eligible individuals. Application must be made to a health care worker involved in the patient’s case.
Eligibility: Must be a U.S resident, not be eligible for any prescription drug benefit and meet income guidelines (currently $25,000 for an individual, higher for a family; subject to change). Application: Must be made by a patient advocate (any health care worker involved in the patient’s care).
Burton Senior Center 3410 S. Grand Traverse Burton, MI 48529 Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., M-F www.burtonmi.com
Provides a multipurpose center for adults offering a variety of services and activities and activation that are needed by and of interest to this population including hot lunch, assistance with transportation, prescriptions and free tax preparation assistance to senior citizens and low and middle-income taxpayers.
Prescription Assistance Assistance to help seniors access the Elder Prescription Insurance Coverage (EPIC) Program which helps pay for prescriptions.
Byron Baptist Church 810-266-4776 410 N. Ann Street Byron, MI 48418
Description: Provides AWANA during the school year for ages 3 to 6th grade. Youth programs once a week for 7-12th grades. Call for times and locations.
C.S. Mott Community College 810-762-0200 810-762-0470 Humanities Department 810-762-0396 TDD 810-762-0511 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m-5:00 p.m., M-F www.mcc.edu
Dental Care Provides dental hygiene services to anyone at minimum cost. Services are done at Mott Community College by students, under the supervision of licensed dentists and dental
- 14 - hygienists and include oral screening; prophylaxis, fluoride treatments, periodontal evaluation, treatment and bi-annual cleaning, x-rays, and sealants. Fees are extremely low and times when services are available varies with school seasons. Call (810) 762-0493, (810) 762-0328 (dental secretary).
Camps for Children and Adolescents Camp Copneconic 810-629-9622 10407 North Fenton Fenton, MI Camp Fair Winds 810-230-0244 2029 Elms Road Swartz Creek, MI Camp Linden 810-735-5427 5285 Hogan Road Linden, MI
Canine Companionship for Independent 866-224-3647 (Santa Rosa, California) 740-548-4447 4989 State Rte. 37 East Delaware, OH 43015-9682 www.caninecompanion.org
Description: Canine Companions for Independent is a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships.
Capital Area Community Services, Inc. 989-723-3115 1350 E. Main Street, Suite 106 Owosso, MI
Provides utility related assistance, shelter assistance (rent, mortgage, property taxes) Commodity supplemental food program (CSFP) (TEA AP), home weatherization, homeless services, senior employment, energy education, money management, MI enrolls counselors, home heating and homestead tax credits and community information and referrals.
Carman-Ainsworth Community School Alternative Education (810)591-3276 Atlantis High School (Ages 16-18) Vacant, Facilitator of Alternative Education 1110 Eldon Baker Drive Flint, MI 48507
- 15 - Carriage Town Ministries 810-238-8787 705 Garland Flint, MI 48507
Provides food, clothing, emergency housing, substance abuse treatment, job readiness and training for individuals and families.
Catholic Charities of Michigan 810-232-9950 810-232-7599 Fax 901 Chippewa Flint, MI 48503 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. M-Th, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Fri., 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. www.CatholicCharities.org
Program mission is to empower individuals and families in a caring Christian manner to enrich their quality of life and that of Genesee County.
Substance Abuse Counseling Provides substance abuse counseling for persons with addiction problems. Fees are based on ability to pay. Call for an intake appointment or more information.
Catholic Charities of Shiawassee and Genesee Counties 989-723-8239 810-232-9950 120 W. Exchange St., Ste 204 901 Chippewa Owosso, MI 48867 Flint, MI 48503
Description: Provides individual, parent/child, family counseling, child abuse prevention counseling, pregnancy counseling, adoption services, anger management classes for children, adolescents and adults, parenting classes and support group.
Catholic Outreach 810-234-4693 509 N. Grand Traverse Flint, MI 48503 Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. M/W/F Provides food and personal items, rent; help with eviction and utilities shut off notices.
Medical Transportation Provides transportation for children to medical facilities in Detroit, Ann Arbor and Lansing. Adults going to the same area can be transported too, if space allows. Services are free and provided by volunteers.
- 16 - Center for Civil Justice 810-238-8053 (Healthcare Eligibility Law Project-HELP) 800-481-4989 (Food Stamps Help-Line) 800-724-7441 (Systemic Legal Issues) 436 S. Saginaw Street, Suite 504
The Center for Civil Justice (CCJ) is a private, non-profit law firm that provides free legal services in civil matters. Priority is given to issues that affect large numbers of low-income persons.
HELP (Healthcare Eligibility Law Project) Help offers a telephone “HELP-line” that can answer many questions about government health insurance programs and rules. Provides help to clients with the application process. Staff works with callers to address many problems regarding obtaining, keeping, or using their governmental healthcare coverage. Project serves only those living in Genesee County.
Food Stamp Help Line Tells callers whether they may qualify for Food Stamps, the amount of expected benefits and offers advice on the application process. Project serves the entire state.
Legal Help on Systemic Issues The Center for Civil Justice (CCJ) will work with agencies and clients to identify and address legal and policy problems affecting may low-income persons. CCJ has special expertise on many needs-based governmental programs. Organizations are encouraged to call before referring individual clients. Clients must live or have legal issues in CCJ’s 14 county service area, which includes Genesee, Lapeer, Saginaw and the “thumb” counties.
Center for Disease Control National HIV/AIDS Hotline 800-227-8922 24-hour line 800-344-7234 24-hour line for Spanish speaking persons 800-342-AIDS 24-hour line 800-243-7889 TDD 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recognized as the lead federal agency for protecting the health and safety of people-at home and abroad, providing credible information to enhance health decisions, and promoting health through strong partnerships. CDC serves as the national focus for developing and applying disease prevention and control, environmental health, and health promotion and education activities designed to improve the health of the people of the United States CDC, located in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, is an agency of the Department of Health and Human Services.
Disease/Disability Information Provides information about symptoms, prevention measures, screening/diagnostic procedures, and/or methods of treatment and management for persons infected by HIV/AIDS. Call toll free, 24 hours a day.
- 17 - Information and Referral for AIDS Issues Provides a 24 hour hotline with information on HIV/AIDS testing and treatments with referrals.
Child Abuse Prevention Services (CAPS) 989-224-6729 1000 E. Sturgis, Suite 3 St. Johns, MI 48879
Provides systematic training for effective parenting (STEP) classes on communication, values, discipline, problem solving and substance abuse awareness.
Child Bereavement Support Group 989-725-6454 Memorial Healthcare Center Clinic 1480 N. M-52 Owosso, MI 48867
Provides support group for children who have experienced the death of a loved one.
Children’s Museum 810-767-5437 1602 W. Third Avenue Flint, MI 48503 A hands-on museum for children (pre-school to 8 years) Activities are designed to provide young children an opportunity to learn about themselves and their world through play.
Children’s Wish Foundation International 800-323-9474 770-393-9474 770-393-0683 fax 8615 Roswell Rd. Atlanta, GA 30350 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. www.childrenswish.org [email protected]
Fulfills wishes of gravely or terminally ill children under age 18. Wishes may be a trip to Disney World with the whole family or meeting a celebrity. The child chooses a wish. Referrals are accepted from doctors, hospital, teachers, and family members. Call (800) 323 9474 or visit website.
- 18 - Christ Episcopal Church Outreach Center 989-723-2495 120 East Good Owosso, MI 48867 Hours: Thursday 11-1pm
Provides household items, personal care packages, food and clothing.
Chronic Fatigue and Immune Syndrome (CFID) Association of America 704-365-9755 Fax 704-365-2343 Resource Line P.O. Box 220398 Charlotte, NC 28222-0398 www.cfids.org
Description: The mission of the CFIDS is to conquer Chronic Fatigue and Immune Syndrome.
Disease/Disability Information provides information for individuals and their families and friends about Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome. Information includes symptoms, screening/diagnostic, procedures and methods of treatment.
Citizens for Better Care 800-284-0046 Long term care ombudsman 989-746-9251 Fax 6722 E. Curtis Rd., Suite 2 Bridgeport, MI 48722 www.cbcmi.org
Consumer Assistance and Protection: Provides information on nursing homes, adult foster care facilities, nursing home laws and regulations and extended care facilities. Advocates for nursing home residence work to resolve problems and complaints regarding long term care facilities. Call the State Long-term Care Ombudsman (800) 284-0046 for details.
Consumer Education: Provides training and information to increase the quality of life in Michigan’s licensed long-term care facilities. Recruits, trains and supervises volunteers who assist residents of facilities and help their families with questions and concerns.
Nursing Facility Complaints: Provides assistance for nursing home residents and their families who want to register complaints regarding unethical improper or unprofessional conduct of personnel or other inappropriate business practices of nursing facilities.
- 19 - Clio Alternative Education Grades 9-12 810-591-7577 420 North Mill Street Clio, MI 48420
Clio Area Senior Center 810-687-7260 810-564-0635 fax 2136 W. Vienna Rd. Clio, MI 48420
Prescription Expense Assistance: Provides volunteers who help area seniors with the Elder Prescription Insurance Coverage Program, a prescription program for lower income older adults ages 65+ resides in Michigan. This short-term financial intervention helps older persons of limited means and immediate need for prescribe medication. Eligible persons may receive assistance three times each fiscal year.
Clinton County Counseling Service 989-224-6729 1000 E. Sturgis, Suite 3 St. Johns, MI 48879
Provides a full range of services to the chronically mentally ill. Also provides counseling for children, adolescents, adults and families.
Coats For Kids Provides coats for children during the winter months; see Salvation Army.
Cocaine Anonymous 810-762-3569 or 1-800-COCAINE HOTLINE P.O. Box 357, Flint, MI 48501 Provides mutual self-help support groups using 12-step model for persons who are addicted to cocaine or crack.
Community Home Health and Hospice 810-733-8424 Fax 2360 Stone Bridge Flint, MI 48532 Hours: 9:00 a.m-5:00 p.m. M-F www.communityhhh.org
Hospice Care/Hospice Facilities: Provides palliative and supportive services for terminally ill persons in the final stages of illness and for their families. Services include medical care, pain
- 20 - and symptom management, home nurse visitation, case management, counseling, and bereavement services for the patient and members of the family.
Children in Grief Mutual Support Groups Provides mutual support group services for children ages 6-14 to help them deal with death and grief. The groups are offered at local schools in six weekly sessions of 45 minutes each. Children talk about feelings, death and loss with a hospice bereavement staff member.
Community Resource Volunteers 304 N. Brush Street St. Johns, MI 48879
Provides transportation; wheelchair lift available. Transit authority countywide services for all persons.
Compassionate Friends (Lost of a Loved One) 810-235-5600 P.O. Box 7192 Flint, MI 48507
Provides a mutual support group for parents who have lost a child, and/or for children who have lost a sibling.
Consortium on Child Abuse and Neglect 810-234-3680 726 Church Street Flint, MI 48502
Provides information and educational materials on child abuse.
Connexion, Inc. 3707 Davison Road 810 715-2340, press “3” 810-715-2346 fax [email protected]
Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The mission is to act as a primary prevention agency to provide and promote services that will assist individual in developing the skills needed to establish and maintain a healthy and substance-free life.
Mutual Support Groups Provides support groups for parents, grandparents and others raising children. Groups include Parents and Children Together (PACT), a group for divorcing or divorced parents, Parent Support Groups, Kinship Caregivers Groups, and Grief and Loss Groups. Call 810-767-3750.
- 21 - Consumer Assistance State of Michigan 517-373-9273 877-999-6442 517-373-0220 Fax 611 W. Ottawa Lansing, MI 48933 Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m., M-F
Provides assistance and advocacy for persons who are having problems with an insurance company and agent.
Insurance Complaints Provides assistance for consumers who want to register complaints regarding the licensing, services, unethical or improper conduct of personnel or other inappropriate business practices of companies that sell insurance or settle insurance claims.
Council Against Domestic Assault (CADA) Eve’s House 517-372-5572 P.O. Box 14149 Lansing, MI 48901
Provides information and referrals on prevention programs and education
Cristo Rey Community Center 517-372-4700 1717 N. High Lansing, MI 48906
Provides a community kitchen, child services, substance abuse services, senior programs, employment services, family circle program, mental health counseling, health counseling, handicap program, break the cycle program, anger management classes, food bank, prescription assistance, clothing bank, appliance, furniture and household goods assistance, housing assistance and utilities assistance.
Crossover Outreach Ministries 810-234-2479 414 W. Court Street Flint, MI 48502
Provides clothing and household items for eligible individuals.
- 22 - Cystic Fibrosis Foundation-Greater Michigan Chapter 989-790-3044 517-790-1050 Fax 800-968-7169 Toll Free 3064 Boardwalk Dr. Saginaw, MI 48603
Disease Disability Information: Provides information on cystic fibrosis, including treatment options, specialized treatment centers, research/clinical trial programs, support services (such as prescription drug assistance and support groups) and public policy issues. Information is provided through a toll-free telephone hotline, print material, speakers, videos, and a web site (www.cff.org).
Mutual Support Group: Provides referral to cystic fibrosis support group located in communities throughout the United States.
Davison Alternative Education 810-591-1022 1250 North Oak Rd. Sue Kenkel, Principal Grades 9-12
Daisys in Recovery 248-634-0335 248-634-0335 fax 304 S Broad St., Suite A Holly, MI 48442
Adult Incest Survivor Counseling: Provides understanding and support to survivors of child abuse in all its forms of abuse and their results, such as dissociative disorders, multiple personality disorders and all forms of self-destructive behaviors. Also, provides a guided support group for adult survivors of child abuse and incest who are residents at the Genesee County Jail.
Mutual Support Groups for Adult Child Abuse Survivors Provides support groups for adult survivors of child abuse and incest including a group for residents at the Genesee County Jail.
- 23 - Davison-Richfield Senior Center 810-658-1566 810-658-8044 Fax 10135 Lapeer Road Davison, MI 48423 Hours: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. M-F
Provides education/entertainment programs and activities, health screenings, trips, social activities, bowling, exercise programs, cards/bingo, dancing, information and referrals for seniors.
Prescription Expense Assistance: Elder Prescription Insurance Coverage Program helps pay for prescriptions.
Domestic Violence Connection 810-230-3795 (24 hour line) Flint, MI (address not given for safety reasons) Provides education on family violence services, referrals, assistance with forms, court advocacy and group meetings.
Deaf Community Advocacy Network 248-332-3331 248-332-3323 TTY 248-332-7334 fax 2111 Orchard Lake Rd #101 Sylvan Lake, MI 48320 www.deafcan.org [email protected]
Case Management Provides case management services (an agency representative assesses a client’s needs, coordinates delivery of services, ensures services are obtained in accordance with the case plan, and follows up and monitors progress to ensure that services are having the desired impact on the clients problems). For deaf and hard of hearing persons.
Disability Counseling Provides individual and family counseling for the deaf and hard of hearing who are experiencing difficulty resolving personal and interpersonal conflicts or adjusting to deafness or other stressful life situations. Sign language and spoken English interpreters are available to assist in communication when necessary.
Disease/Disability Information Provides information about deafness and related disabilities and makes referrals to appropriate resources. Promotes public awareness of the issues related to hearing disabilities and acceptance of the hearing impaired community within the greater community through educational programs and workshops, speakers, and printed materials.
- 24 - Mutual Support Group Sponsors support groups for families with deaf and hard of hearing children, deaf parents with hearing children and deaf and hard of hearing adults to provide emotional support, alleviated isolation, share coping strategies and information and network. Childcare may be available.
Deaf Experience Among Families (DEAF) 8201 Prairie Ave. Flushing, MI 48433 Hours: 6:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. M-F (site hours 9:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m. M-F)
Provides parenting support group, hearing-impaired peer support, information and referral on local, state and national resources, recreational activities, and educational information.
Information and Referral Regarding Deafness Provides information and referral on local, state and national resources, recreational activities, and educational information.
Parenting Skills Development: Provides parenting/support group for persons who are hearing impaired and their friends and families.
Depressive/Manic Depressive Association 810-789-3609 1-800-826-3632 www.ndmda.org
The mission of this organization is to educate patients, families, professionals and the public concerning the nature of depressive and manic-depressive illnesses as treatable medical diseases to foster self-help for patients and their families to eliminate discrimination and stigma to improve access to care and to advocate for research toward the elimination of these illnesses.
Mutual Support Groups Provides mutual support groups for persons who have concerns with Depression and Manic Depression. Many meetings are held throughout the area. New members should call first at 810-789-3609.
Diabetes Support Group 810-664-7070 Lapeer Meeting 800-206-8706 ext. 1712 Shiawassee County (Owosso meeting) 810-762-4455 Genesee County
Mutual Support Groups for Diabetes: Provides support groups for persons with diabetes and their families in Genesee, Lapeer, and Shiawassee Counties. Shiawassee 800-206-8706 ext 1712 for meeting information.
- 25 - Disability Network 800-ADA-6040 810-742-1800 810-742-2400 Fax 3600 S. Dort Hwy., Suite 54 Dort Mall Flint, MI 48507 Hours: 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. M-F www.disnetwork.org
Disability Network’s mission is to realize consumer empowerment, self-determination, full inclusion and participation of all people in our communities through independent living philosophy and the unequivocal implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
ADA Implementation Assistance: Provides technical assistance training and/ or information for organizations which are implementing the Americans With Disabilities Act and have questions regarding its requirements. Call 810-742-1800 or visit website for details.
Community Technology Center/Assistive Technology Equipment: Provides computers which allow disabled persons to use computer programs and access the internet including Braille software and printers computers which are controlled by blowing through a tube or by eye movements or by brain waves, and software which can read email or other written materials aloud. Center is open to anyone.
Assistive Technology Information: Provides advocacy, information and referral, and peer support to help persons with handicapping conditions learn independent living skills. Also provides ADA monitoring which evaluates whether public places meet accessibility and accommodation requirements.
The Flint Ramp Project-Home Barrier Evaluation/Removal Ramp Construction: The Flint Ramp project provides funds to build ramps and/ or make accessible home modifications up to $5,000 for City of Flint residents who meet eligibility guidelines. Also maintains a list of licensed and qualified builders who can supply these services and provides supplies and labor for ramps on a permanent loan basis (i.e the user can keep the ramp until it is no longer needed).
Dogs for the Deaf 10175 Wheeler Rd. Central Point, OR 97502 541-826-9220 800-990-3647 541-826-9220 TDD/TTY 541-826-6696 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m-4:30 p.m. PST M-F www.dogsforthedeaf.org
- 26 - Signal Dogs: Provides and trains recipients in the use of dogs who have been taught to help deaf or hard of hearing persons increase their independence and ability to communicate in a hearing world. The dogs obey sign languages commands and are taught to respond to a variety of sounds including ambulance sirens, doorbells, alarm clocks, smoke alarms, crying babies and teakettles.
Dot Caring Center, Inc. G-3500 Flushing Rd. Flint, MI 48504 810-732-8033 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m-7:00 p.m. M-Th; 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. F
Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan P.O. Box 8804 Grand Rapids, MI 48915 616-956-3488 Answering Service/Machine
Description: Voluntary health organization dedicated to providing support and resources to individuals with Down Syndrome and their families. Down Syndrome is a chromosomal disorder which generally causes delays in physical, intellectual, and language development.
Disease/Disability Information Provides information about Down Syndrome. Information is available via the telephone number, printed materials, speakers, and traveling lending library. Eligibility: No restrictions Application: Call for information Fees: None
Mutual Support Group for Down Syndrome Coordinates and facilities regularly scheduled meetings at which people affected by Down Syndrome can share information and provide mutual support. Eligibility: Residents of Michigan who are the family or friends of persons with Down Syndrome. Meets at various times and locations. Call 810-234-7126 for meeting times and places and to obtain a new parent information packet.
Down Syndrome Family Support Group 810-234-7126
Disease/Disability Information Provides information and support groups for families with children who have Down Syndrome.
Mutual Support Groups for Down Syndrome Provides support group for families and parents who have family with children who have Down Syndrome.
- 27 - Early On/Project Find 989-725-2581 517-543-5500, Ext. 1237 ICC Eaton ICC 114 W. North, Suite 2 1790 Packard Hwy. Corunna, MI 48817 Charlotte, MI 48813
Provides early childhood development services. Referral Specialist, Leanne Arnst, and Early On Coordinator, Emily Brewer.
Eastside Compassionate Mission Center 1829 Delaware Flint, MI 48506 2806 Hoff, Flint, MI 48506 810-767-5312 810-234-8750 Fax http://flinteastsidemission.org [email protected]
Health Screening/Diagnostic Services Provides health screenings on the first Tuesday of each month, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Call 810-767-5312 for details.
Optometry Provides eye examinations and glasses for persons with low or no income. The doctor visits every other Tuesday, 10:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. The doctor examines eyes on a first visit and then brings new glasses on next visit. The service is free but for persons who can afford it a $10.00 donation is greatly appreciated.
Eating Disorders Awareness and Prevention 603 Stewart St., Suite 803 Seattle, WA 98101 206-382-3587 800-931-2237 Toll-free Information and Referral Hotline 206-829-8501 Fax www.nationaleatingdisorders.org www.myneda.org
Disease/Disability Information Provides information on anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, compulsive exercise, and other food and weight disorders. Maintains a non-medical information and referral hotline to address questions on eating disorders, offer support on food and body image issues, and provide treatment and counseling referrals by geographic location. Sponsors Eating Disorders Awareness Week. Offers various prevention curricula for educators and health professionals to administer in workshops and school programs. Eligibility: No restrictions Application: Hotline 800-931-2237 Fees: Vary; none for information packet, nominal fee for printed materials, full cost for curricula program.
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Anorexia-Bulimia Eating Disorders Helpline Counseling Provides a 24-hour helpline with information on anorexia, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, compulsive exercise, and other food and weight disorders.
Eating Disorders Website www.edreferral.com
Emotions Anonymous Support Group 402 S. Franklin Ave. Flint, MI 48503-5326 810-234-8203 989-725-8124 Information Owosso site 810-694-2431 Hours: 10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. 7 days Funding: Donations Parking: Yes, free lot
Mutual Support Group Provides supports groups for persons with emotional problems.
Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan 20300 Civic Center Drive Southfield, MI 48076-4154 800-377-6226 248-351-2101 Fax www.epilepsyfoundation.org [email protected] Hours: 9:00 a.m-5:00 p.m M-F Parking: Yes, lot free Barrier Free: Yes
Living Well Helps empower individuals to self-manage their seizure disorder. Workshops presented include Adjusting to a New Diagnosis of Epilepsy, Stress Management, Caregiver Stress Management, Depression and Epilepsy, Parenting a child with Epilepsy, Woman and Epilepsy, Employment issues and seniors with Epilepsy. FEES: All workshops are free to the public; however, advanced registration is required.
- 29 - Family Independence Agency FIA Department of Human Services Office Shiawassee Genesee Livingston (989) 725-3200 (810)760-2200 (517)548-0200 (24 hr. 546-8668) 1975 W. Main Street 125 E. Union Street 2300 E. Grand River, Suite 1 Owosso, MI Flint, MI 48501-1620 Howell, MI 48843-7577 Provides daycare home licensing, adoption, child protective services, adult protective services, childcare subsidies, foster care placement, rent assistance, utility assistance, medical assistance and food assistance.
Faith Access to Community Economic Development 310 E. Third St., 5th Floor Flint, MI 48502 (810)232-7733 (810)232-9833 Fax PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ACCESSIBLE
Maternal Infant Health Advocacy Services (MIHAS) / Healthy Start: Provides mothers and pregnant women with advocates who make home visits; gives one-on-one support; helps fill out applications; gives referrals for food, clothing, parenting classes, and transportation; and helps find doctors for mother and baby. Call (810)232-7733 for details. Eligibility: Zip Code 48504
Church Health Teams- Information and Referral: Provides information on community agencies and programs to help people with employment concerns, financial worries, housing, drug and alcohol problems, prenatal and maternity concerns, and health related problems. Call (810) 232-7733 for details.
Medical Transportation: Provides medical transportation to medical eligible for their medical appointment within the Flint city limits. Must give 24-48 hours advanced notice, appointments on first come, first serve basis. Call (810) 232-7733 for details.
Family Service Agency of Mid Michigan 1170 Robert T. Longway Blvd. Flint, MI 48503 (810) 767-4014
Provides in-home eldercare program.
Family Support Network of Genesee County/Children Special Health Care Services FUNDING: Fundraisers, donations
- 30 - Fathers for Equal Rights 6632 Telegraph Rd., Suite 48311 Bloomfield Hills, MI 48037 (248) 354-3080 www.dadsofmichigan.org
Provides a support group for non-custodial parent issues. Maintains a list of screened Domestic Relation Specialists (attorneys and paralegals) who can give legal help on related issues. Also provides therapy, mediation, crisis intervention for individuals, couples and families affected by divorce before, during and after by licensed therapists. Also works with unwed fathers.
Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN) 1135 Tremont Street, Suite 420 Boston, MA 02120 (800) 331-0688; (617) 236-7210 www.fcsn.org
The federation provides information, support and assistance to parents of children with disabilities, their professional partners and their communities.
Feminine Health Care Center 2032 S. Saginaw St. Flint, MI 48503 Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., M-F, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 a.m. Sat. (810) 232-8071 (810) 232-9488 Fax
Provides general gynecology services. Provides pregnancy testing-$10 for urine test and $20 for blood test. Birth control pills and Depo-Provera also available. Visits: $50 non-student, $45 student.
Fenton Alternative Education Southern Lakes Career Technical Center Kimberly Fischer, Principal, Adult and Vocational Education 2100 West Thompson Rd. Fenton, MI 48430 810-750-8160
FISH-Linden 119 W. Broad Street Linden, MI 48451 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Sept-May (810) 735-5755 Provides food for needy families and clothing for children, infants to twelve.
- 31 - Flint Community Schools Alternative Education Johnson AAA (Grades 7-9) Morris Peterson, Principal 5323 Western Road Flint, MI 48506 810-760-5305
Holmes Gender-Based Academy (Grades 7-10) Cheryl Adkins, Principal 6602 Oxley Drive Flint, MI 48504 810-760-1620
Schools of Choice (Grades 7-12) Curtis Williams, Principal 571 East Fifth Avenue Flint, MI 48503 810-760-1390
Whittier Classical Academy (Grades 7-10) Beverly Payne, Principal 701 Crapo Street Flint, MI 48503 810-760-1175
Flint Crisis Pregnancy Services 3404 S. Saginaw St., Suite 101 Flint, MI 48503 (810)767-7153 (810)767-8153 Fax [email protected] 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M;11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. T; 9:00a.m.-4:00 p.m. W,Th; 11:00 a.m.-6:00p.m. F;10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Provides counseling for women who have had abortions to help them deal with feelings connected with that. Provides pregnant women with information to resolve any problems that may have arisen from the pregnancy and help them make decisions regarding their pregnancies and resulting children. Provides free pregnancy testing, pregnancy counseling, maternity clothing, baby items for pre- and post natal women and their children.
- 32 - Flint Odyssey House 529 M L King Ave. Flint, MI 48503 (810) 238-0484 (810) 238-7226 (800) 999-6673 (810) 238-1322 Fax
The mission of FOH is to provide intervention, primary and secondary substance abuse prevention, and treatment services to the community at large, with a focus on the indigent population. The mission is also “to provide programs geared toward positive youth development.”
Flint Pregnancy Counseling Center 2710 W. Court Street, Suite 7 Flint, MI 48503 (810) 767-1262 24-hour line (810) 767-1579
Provides baby furniture maternity and baby clothing as donations allow. Provides assistance with pregnancy testing. Provides free information, emotional and spiritual help. Assistance with information pertaining to adoption, abortion procedures and alternative help for pregnant women.
Flushing Alternative Education Kaye Brisson, Principal 409 Chamberlain Street Flushing, MI 48433 810-591-2327
Flushing Area Senior Center 106 Elms Rd. Flushing, MI 48433 8:00 a.m-4:00 p.m. M-F (810) 659-4735 (810) 659-4686 Fax
Provides door-to-door (or curb-to-curb) transportation for seniors in the Flushing area who do not have private transportation or are unable to utilize public transportation to meet their needs.
- 33 - Friend of the Court Shiawassee County Genesee County Livingston Count (989) 743-2397 (810) 257-3300 (517) 546-0230 208 N. Shiawassee 1101 Beach Street 210 S. Highlander Way Corunna, MI 48817 Flint, MI 48502 P.O. Box 707 Howell, MI 48843
Provides investigation and enforcement for the court in all matter related to divorce cases where child support and or alimony is court ordered.
Genesee Coalition on Adolescent Pregnancy, Parenting & Prevention 400 N. Saginaw, Suite 334 Flint, MI 48502 (810)235-1491 (810) 234-5017 Fax 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F www.gcapp.org
Parents in Process Child Abuse Prevention this program is for teen parents and is designed to prevent child abuse, increase graduation rates and help teens become successful parents and individuals. Prevention programs for youth to help them with abstinence, refusal skills and decision making. Provides informational packets to parents concerning puberty, self-esteem, HIV, STD’s, date rape, tobacco, alcohol, and other drug free topics. Provides a community based abstinence education primary prevention program for adolescents age 12-15. Provides a four session, one hour class series for parents of 4-6th grade. Provides a comprehensive program with a single goal to cut the nation’s high rate of teen pregnancies and births.
Genesee County Association for Retarded Citizens G-5069 Van Slyke Rd. Flint, MI 48507 (810) 238-3671 (810) 238-2140 fax 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. M-F www.gcarc.com
Provides programs designed to serve clients with the following rehabilitation problems: limited activities of daily living skills, inappropriate social behavior, limited self-care and hygiene skills, limited work skills and habits, inadequate leisure skills and interest, inadequate communication skills, limited community awareness or mobility skills and inadequate home environment skills. Services designed for full-time client participation. Case management service available to mange individual program plans and assists clients in linking with community resources.
- 34 - Genesee County Bar Association (810) 232-6000 315 E. Court St. Flint, MI 48502
Provides a lawyer referral service that offers attorneys who will consult for $30 for a half hour.
Genesee Council of the Blind, Inc. 5701 N. Saginaw St. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (810) 789-2263
Maintains s nationwide directory of services for person with visual impairments and can refer callers to appropriate services for their needs.
Genesee County Childhood Asthma Taskforce 519 S. Saginaw St., Suite 312 Flint, MI 48502 (810) 767-6477 Information-Leave message (810) 767-6472 fax www.getasthmahelp.org
Provides services for families with children who have asthma including information on agencies, programs and services and referrals as needed.
Genesee County Community Action Resource Department 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 601 N. Saginaw St. Flint, MI 48502 (810) 232-2185 (810) 768-4667 fax
Provides emergency food, shelter, clothing, housing and utility payment assistance; training and technical assistance to low-income persons and to organizations; nutritious meals for young people during the summer. USDA surplus food commodities food program for pregnant women, new mothers and children to age 6.
Head Start 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (810)235-5613 administration office (810) 232-7546 fax (810) 768-4679 TDD
Head start focuses on preschool age children. The program is for low-income and/or “at risk” children or children with special needs (age 3-5). The program is conducted in half-day sessions or weekly home visits during the school year.
- 35 - Homeless Outreach Program (810) 762-4913
Provides services to homeless families and individual including emergency shelter, referral to appropriate services for any emergency needs (dental, medical, food, clothing, etc). employment services, permanent shelter resources, and transportation while in the program. You must fill out an application call for more information.
Genesee County Community Mental Health Services 420 W. 5th Ave. Flint, MI 48503 (810) 257-3707 Administrative (810) 257-3705 Customer Service (810) 257-3742 Access Center (810) 257-3740 Crisis Line (810) 257-3770 fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00p.m. www.gencmh.org
Provides mental health services to persons dealing with temporary coping problems, lifestyle changes, emotional problems, mental illness or developmental disabilities.
Genesee County Free Medical Center 2437 Welch Blvd. Flint, MI 48504 (810) 235-4211 (810) 235-5122 fax Clinic open by appointment only 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. -2:30 p.m. Wednesday and 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Fridays
Provides quality health care, excluding emergency care and obstetrics, to the employed uninsured without regard to race, creed and ethnicity, in a safer environment and respectful manner. “Professional volunteers are the backbone of our care delivery in the free clinic.” Without their support the Free Clinic would not be able to fulfill it’s mission. Professional staff includes physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, dietitians, social workers, and other specialist who devote their time and talents to ensure quality health care to people in need.
Genesee County Health Department 630 S. Saginaw St. Flint, MI 48502 (810) 257-3612 (810) 257-3147 fax www.health.co.genesee.mi.us
- 36 - Sites: Burton Health Clinic G-3373 S. Saginaw St. Burton MI, 48529 (810) 742-2255
McCree North Health Center 115 E. Pierson Rd. Flint, MI 48505 (810) 787-2115 information (810) 785-5399 WIC
McCree South Health Center 630 S. Saginaw St. Flint, MI 48502 (810) 257-3612
Provides the following services; anonymous HIV testing, sexually transmitted disease screening, breast and cervical cancer control program, breast examination, mammograms, breast self examination, pap smears and a outpatient clinic. Please call site to know what they offer.
Genesee District Dental Society 2849 Miller Rd. Flint, MI 48503 (810) 230-3790 www.michigandental.org
Professional membership organization which maintains a list of dentists to whom referrals may be made. Promotes ethics and provides peer review and continuation education within the dental profession. They offer no direct dental services other than referral.
Genesee Health Plan G-3169 Beecher Rd. Flint Twp. (810) 232-7740 (810) 767-2229 information (810) 232-7795 fax
Provides a free health benefit program for low-income adults in Genesee County who do not qualify for Medicaid or Medicare. Apply at any Health Access application site or Genesee County Health Department, 630 S. Saginaw St., 2nd Fl. Flint, 8:00 a.m. and 12:00p.m. and 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
- 37 - Genesys Regional Medical Center (888) 606-6556 (810) 606-6050 Social Work Department (810) 606-6600 (810) 606-5961 TDD www.genesys.org
Provides full acute care hospital services including obstetrics, nursery, pediatrics, surgery, medical, coronary, intensive care, emergency medicine, occupational health, chemical abuse, psychiatric care, pulmonary function, physical and cardiac rehabilitation, diagnostic/treatment services, expectant parent/related cases, diabetes management, free health screenings, wellness workshops, diet/nutrition counseling, and speaker’s bureau.
Goodwill Industries 501 S. Averill Avenue Flint, MI 48506 (810) 762-9960
Provides employment services for people with disabilities and other special needs.
Grand Blanc Schools Alternative Education Tia Dale, Principal G-11920 South Saginaw Street Grand Blanc, MI 48439 (810) 591-7910
Greater Flint Health Coalition (810) 232-2228 (810) 232-3332 Fax Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:000 p.m. M-F [email protected]
This coalition of human service provider agencies and the Genesee Intermediate School District coordinates outreach in Genesee County regarding MI Child, Healthy Kids and Medicaid programs and provides advice and guidance to help improve the health status of people in the community and reduce health care costs.
Habitat for Humanity P.O. Box 7 Owosso, MI 48867 (989)723-9776
Helps low income families build or renovate a home for eventual ownership. Must currently be in substandard housing, have stable income and able to work on home for 500 hours.
- 38 - Hamilton Community Health Network G-5399 N. Saginaw G-3373 S. Saginaw Flint, MI 48505 Burton, MI 48529 (810) 787-5001 (810) 743-6830
Provides low cost medical, ob-gyn services, and dental services based on income level. Hamilton also provides physical exams for school, employment and sports, wellness health screenings, treatment of chronic diseases, minor office surgeries, acute care services, counseling and health education, cancer screenings, on-site FIA worker, Health Access Enrollment Coordinator, WIC Program (Burton Site) and behavioral consultations.
Harvest House Shelter 101 N. Grand Traverse Flint, MI 48501 (810) 233-6848
Domestic Violence Shelter
Hasselbring Senior Center (810) 766-7128 (810) 766-7132 Fax 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. M-F
Prescription expense assistance for seniors with the elder prescription insurance coverage program (a program for lower income, older adults, 65+, residing in Michigan). Provides health supportive services through collaboration with Hurley Medical Center. Also provides screening for blood pressure and health fairs.
Haven House 121 Whitehills Drive East Lansing, MI 48823 (517) 337-2731
Provides shelter and support services for families in need. Length of stay up to 30 days.
Head Start 312 W. Main 700 E. Columbus 718 Harrison Owosso, MI 48867 Durand, MI 48429 Flint, MI 48502 (989) 723-5849 (989)288-6052 (810)235-5613
Provides a pre-school (3&4 years old) program to help insure the developmental readiness of kindergarteners.
- 39 - Health Access 1428 W. Court St. Flint, MI 48503 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (810) 232-4200 (810) 232-4210 fax www.healthaccessprogram.org
Mission is to improve access to quality health care for uninsured and underinsured residents for Genesee County. Health Access Enrollment Coordinators can assist eligible individuals with enrollment in MI Child Healthy Kids. Medicaid and other public benefit programs. Care managers work with the uninsured to assist in accessing health care services and supplies. Assistance is provided to individuals with prescription drug coverage to help with obtaining medication. Many of the programs with which individuals are assisted have income guidelines. Health Access workers can provide more information on qualification for various programs.
Health Departments (989) 743-2355 (810) 257-3612 (517) 546-9850 (800) 466-0391 Shiawassee Genesee Livingston Lapeer 110 E. Mack 630 S. Saginaw E. Grand River 1800 Imlay City Corunna, MI 4887 Flint, MI 48502 Suite 102 Lapeer, MI 48446 Howell, MI 48843 Provides health clinics, AIDS testing and counseling, child health services, immunizations, general health services, women’s health clinic, public health, nursing, STD clinics, TB control and WIC programs.
Healthy Kids/MI Child Health Insurance (888) 988-6300
Covers regular checkups, shots, emergency care, dental care, pharmacy, hospital care, prenatal care, delivery, vision, hearing, mental health, and substance abuse services. Monthly premium of $5. Call for application.
Hear Now 9745 Hampden Ave., Suite 300 Denver, CO 80231 (800) 648-HEAR (303) 695-7797 voice (303) 695-7789 fax
Provide FDA approved cochlear implants to enable profoundly deaf persons, unable to afford the cost, to experience hearing sensations. Also provide in-the-ear, behind-the-ear, and body type hearing aids to persons of any age who meet eligibility guidelines. When available, new hearing aids or reconditioned behind-the-ear instruments are supplied.
- 40 - Heartbeat 320 E. Fourth St. Flint, MI 48502 (810) 232-3101
Services provided for pregnant women, new mothers, and small children include pregnancy testing and counseling, maternity clothing, layettes and clothing, for infants and toddlers. A pantry is available and supplies disposable diapers, baby formula and baby furniture.
Heartbeat of Greater Flint 320 E. Fourth St Flint, MI 48502 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. M-F (810) 232-3101 (800) 238-4269
Provides pregnancy testing and counseling which support alternatives to abortion. They also provide maternity clothing, layettes and clothing, for infants and toddlers. A pantry is available and supplies disposable diapers, baby formula and baby furniture loan closet.
Huntington Disease Society of America 4000 N. Michigan Rd. Diamondale, MI 48821 (800) 909-0073 24 hour line
Provides information about Huntington’s Disease including symptoms, screening/diagnostic procedures, and methods management. Educates public and health care professionals and funds research on causes and cures.
Hurley Children’s Clinic 806 Tuuri Place Flint, MI 48503 (810)257-9734 www.hurleymc.com
Offers a complete array of medical services for children (infants through 18 years old) including: primary care, immunizations, regular check-ups and referrals to specialty clinics as needed. Specialty clinics include Behavioral Medicine (mental health), Nephrology (kidney). Developmental Assessment, Adolescent Clinic, Endocrinology (including diabetes and growth hormone deficiency), Gastrointestinal (stomach, intestines), Genetics, Cardiology (heart), Neurology (nerves system), Hematology/Oncology (blood/cancer), Pulmonary (lungs) and Surgical Specialists (orthopedics, oral cleft palate and general surgery).
- 41 - Hurley Medical Center One Hurley Plaza Flint, MI 48503 (810) 257-9000 www.hurleymc.com
8:00a.m.-4:30 p.m. M-F office hours Facility 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, year round.
Hydrocephalus 870 Market St., Suite 705 San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 732-7044 (888) 598-3789 Toll-Free 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. PST (415) 732-7044 fax www.hydroassoc.org
The mission is to provide support, education and advocacy for individuals, families and professionals. Goals are to ensure that families and individuals dealing with the complex issues of hydrocephalus receive personals support, comprehensive educational materials, and ongoing quality health care.
Information Clearinghouse for Infants with Disabilities & Life Threatening Conditions Center for Development Disabilities Benson Building Columbia, SC 29208 (800) 922-9234
Provides information and referral on infants with disabilities and serious conditions.
Insight Recovery Center 1110 Eldon Baker Drive 4413 Corunna Rd. Flint, MI 4850 Flint, MI 48532 (810) 744-3600 (810) 733-0900 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F www.insightrecovery.org [email protected]
Provides Day Treatment and outpatient counseling for adults and adolescents with a substance abuse problem, free assessments, and mental health and family counseling.
- 42 - Intake Assessment and Referral Center (IARC) 1047 Professional Drive Flint, MI 48532 (810) 235-9555 (888) 446-2834 (810) 235-9525 Fax (586) 974-1768 24-hour crisis line www.mhweb.org/midmichigan/iarc_salvation.htm
Provides court assessments and referrals for substance abuse treatment.
International Children’s Anopthalmia Network Albert Einstein Medical Ctr 5501 Old York Rd. Levy Building, 2nd Floor Philadelphia, PA 19141 (800) 580-4226 (215) 456-8722 www.ioi.com/ican
ICAN is a parent support group for families with a child with anophthalmia or microphthalmia. The objectives of the groups are to support parents and children, connect parents, share information, provide education, gather medical/legal/ governmental information, support and encourage research about michrophthalmia and anophthalmia, and support scholarships and grants.
International Dyslexia Society - MI Branch (800) 222-3123 (734) 663-9884 Hours: 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m., M-F, leave a message www.interdys.org [email protected]
Membership organization which provides information about problems of dyslexia.
International Shriners Hospitals 2900 Rocky Point Dr. Tampa, Fl 33607-1460 (800) 237-5505 (813) 281-0300 www.shriners.com
It is the mission of Shriners Hospitals for Children to provide the highest quality care to children with neuro-musculo-skeletal conditions, burn injuries and certain other special health care needs within a compassionate, family centered and collaborative care environment; provide for the education of physicians and other health care professionals; and conduct research to
- 43 - discover new knowledge that improves he quality of care and quality of life of children and families. The mission is carried out without cost to the patient or family, and without regard to race, color, creed, sex or sect.
Interstitial Cystitis Association (810) 635-2941 www.ichelp.com
Provides information to persons who have concerns about interstitial cystitis.
Kairos Health Care Inc. G-3247 Beecher Rd., Suite 100 (White House) Flint Twp., MI 48532 (810) 720-4357 (810) 720-1978 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. M-Th, 8:00-a.m.-5:00 p.m. F
Provides outpatient treatment services for persons with substance abuse or mental health problems, or those with a dual diagnosis. Clients must be referred by Intake, Assessment and Referral Center for Substance Abuse or by Genesee County Community Mental Health.
Kearsley Alternative Education Rich Duffy, Director Paro Educational Center 5340 North Genesee Rd. Flint, MI 48506 (810) 591-9928
Kidney Foundation of Michigan, Inc. 1169 Oak Valley Dr. Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (800) 482-1455 (734) 222-9800 (734) 871-5655 Fax Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F
The mission of the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan is to prevent and eliminate diseases of the kidney and urinary tract, to enhance through education, services, advocacy and research, and to increase organ donation.
- 44 - Knights Templer Eye Foundation, Inc. 5097 N. Elson Ave. Suite 100 Chicago, IL 60630 (773) 205-3838 (773) 205-1689 Fax www.knightstempler.org/ktef/index/htm [email protected]
Provides assistance to those who face loss of sight due to the need for surgical treatment Also, provides funds for research in curing disease of the eye. Assistance is available to anyone in need of surgical treatment without regard to race, color, creed, age, sex or national origin provided they are unable to pay or receive adequate assistance from current government agencies or similar sources and provided they are within the financial guidelines of the Foundation. A letter of denial from a social or government agency is necessary for assistance.
Krapohl Senior Center 5473 Bicentennial Dr. Mt. Morris, MI 48458 (810) 785-2270 (810) 785-9973 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F www.heartscs.org
Provides full service senior center for retired persons (ages 55+). Also provides door-to-door transportation for people who are elderly or disabled.
Lansing Area Parents Respite Center 840 E. Mt. Hope, Suite 101 Lansing, MI 48910 (517) 372-6671
Provides in-home care for special needs children in Clinton, Eaton and Ingham Counties and provides a respite house with trained care providers, and after school program.
Lake Fenton Alternative Education Southern Lakes Academy (Grades 9-12) John Spicko, Principal Dan Ferguson, Principal 4070 Lahring Rd. Linden, MI 48451 (810) 591-9591
- 45 - Lapeer Community Mental Health 1570 Suncrest Drive Lapeer, MI 48446
Case management, counseling, medication management, assessment and referrals.
Lapeer Pregnancy and Family Care 2188 W. Genesee Street, Suite 2 Lapeer, MI 48446
Provides maternity services including formula and baby food.
Latchkey Programs Contact your local school district for more information.
Leader Dogs for the Blind P.O. Box 5000 Rochester, MI 48308 (888) 777-5332 (248) 651-9011 (248) 651-3713 Voice and TTY (248) 651-5812 Fax Hours: 8:30 a.m-4:30 p.m., M-F summer hours 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. www.leaderdog.org [email protected]
Leader Dogs for the Blind is dedicated to helping the visually impaired enhance their quality of life by providing the means for safe and independent travel. In support of this we value the right of all people to determine their destiny. We value the right of visually impaired people to have access to mobility choices which include a quality trained Leader Dog; we value employees who are dedicated, committed, and loyal to the goals and spirit of Leader Dogs for the Blind; and we value employees as our most important resource committed to teamwork and personal growth.
Legal Services of Eastern Michigan 436 S. Saginaw St. Flint, MI 48502 (810) 234-2621 (810) 234-9039 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F
Provides legal counseling and representation for housing, health, economic development, disability, public benefits, family law (specifically divorce, child support payments, and student loans), and senior citizens law; maintains a Speaker’s Bureau. Clients must meet eligibility guidelines.
- 46 - Leukemia & Lymphoma Society-Michigan Chapter 1421 E. Twelve Mile Rd., Bldg. A Madison Heights, MI 48071 (248) 582-2900 (800) 456-5413 (248) 582-2925 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F www.leukemia-lymphoma.org
Provides information about leukemia, lymphoma, and other blood-related cancers, including resources, services, therapies, bone marrow testing, and treatment. Information is available via toll-free telephone, printed materials, and a World Wide Web site.
Library of Michigan-Services for the Blind and Physically Handicapped 717 W. Allegan St. Lansing, MI 48909 (517) 373-5614 (800) 992-9012 Hours: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. M-F; 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.., Sat 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. www.libraryofmichigan.org/sbph/sbphservices.html .
All Michigan residents who cannot see or read standard print due to a visual or physical disability are eligible are to receive free reading materials from a statewide network of libraries. There is no charge for the service, not even a cost to mail materials to and from the library.
Lifeline Systems 111 Lawrence St. Framingham, MA 01702 (800) 543-3546 (800) 451-0525 (508) 988-1384 Fax www.lifeline.com
Provides a system to help frail or elderly persons notify caretakers in case of an accident, a fall or any serious problems. The client wears a button around neck or wrist which they push in case of a problem. This notifies a monitoring service who then follows up to ensure the client is checked on and cared for.
Lilly Answers Program Eli Lilly and Company P.O. Box 219296 Kansas City, MO 64121 (877) 795-4559 www.lillyanswers.com
- 47 - Medicare enrolled seniors and people with disabilities can have no other prescription drug coverage, must meet income guidelines (currently $18,000 per year individual annual income, $24,000 per household, subject to change).
Little People of America P.O. Box 65030 Lubbock, TX 79464 (888) 572-2001 (806) 687-1840 Voice and Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F CST www.lpaline.org [email protected]
Little People of America assists dwarves with their physical and developmental concerns resulting from short statue. By providing medical, environmental, educational, vocational, and parental guidance, short-stature individuals and their families may enhance their lives and lifestyles with minimal limitations. Through peer support and personal example, our members will be supportive of all those who reach out to LPA. By networking with national and international growth-related and genetic-support groups, LPA will enhance knowledge and support of short-stature individuals.
Lions Club Vision Program G-6045 Corunna Road Flint, MI 48532 (810) 230-0200
Provides funds for eye exams and glasses for persons with vision problems who meet income eligibility guidelines. Call for application.
Linden Alternative Education Southern Lakes Academy (Grades 9-12) Kim Fischer, Principal 2100 West Thompson Rd. Fenton, MI 48430 (810) 750-8160
Listen, Inc. Pregnancy Help Center 512 Adelaide St. Fenton, MI 48430 (810) 629-1876 (810) 629-1817 (810) 629-2302 Fax Hours:11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. M-Th
- 48 - Provides baby furniture, baby clothing and diapers to mothers and children up to age two who have gone through the Listen Program.
Literacy Coalition 2421 Corunna Rd. Flint, MI 48503 (810) 760-5182
Provides training and placement for volunteers who wish to teach others how to read or work on math skills.
Loaves and Fishes 209 S. Oak St. Durand, MI 48429 (989) 288-3893
Emergency help for shelter, food, rent, utilities, medical and dental.
Loving Hands Adult Day Care Services 222 S. Linden Rd., Suite J Flint, MI 48532 (810) 720-5700 (810) 720-5251 Fax
Provides a full or half-day care for mild to moderately impaired adults who are not verbally abusive or combative.
M.A.D.D (Mothers Against Drunk Drivers) P.O. Box 456 Grand Blanc, MI 48439 (810) 694-6233 (810) 238-MADD (810) 238- 7802 Fax
Provides full services for persons who have suffered a loss due to drunk drivers. For a meeting place near you, call 1-800-GET-MADD, or write the National Office. 511 E. John Carpenter Freeway, Suite 700, Irving, TX 75062
- 49 - March of Dimes of Flint/Saginaw G-3237 Beecher Rd., Suite G Flint, MI 48532 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.., M-Th 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Fri (810) 230-2855 (810) 230-8958
The mission of the March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects and infant mortality. Goals are to expand prenatal care coverage in Medicaid at least 205% of poverty; to add Homosystinuria and MCAD tests to the existing 7 newborn screening tests are available in Michigan; to establish and maintain a follow-up program for the Michigan Birth Defects Registry; and to fund Fetal Infant Mortality Review teams in Michigan’s at risk counties.
Manic Depressive and Depressive Association of Metropolitan Detroit P.O. Box 32531 Detroit, MI 48232 (734) 284-5563 www.mdda.metro-detroit.org
Provides education for patients, families and professionals, and the public concerning the nature of depressive and manic-depressive illness.
Mass Transportation Authority 1401 S. Dort Hwy Flint, MI 48503 www.mtaflint.org Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F (810) 767-6950 (810) 767-0100 (810) 767-6580 Fax
Provides half-price fare for senior citizens and persons with disabilities. Reduced fare cards available at the Easter Seal Society and Visually Impaired Center. Provides primary route service in the City of Flint operating in a spoke pattern from downtown Flint. A commuter route between Flint and Davison provides services M-F for secondary and suburban routes. Your Ride’s door-to-door transportation program (for mobility impaired persons or persons 65 or older) offers lift-equipped small buses and vans. Offers service in the greater Flint area including: Clio, Davison, Fenton, Flushing, Genesee, Grand Blanc, Mt. Morris, Otisville and Swartz Creek areas.
McClaren Behavioral Health Services G-5057 W. Bristol Rd. Flint Twp., MI 48532 Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. M-F (810) 733-1492
- 50 - Medic Alert Foundation 2323 Colorado Ave. Turlock, CA 95382 Hours: 24 hours per day, 7 days a week (888) 633-4298 (800) 344-3226 Customer Service Center (800) 863-3429 Fax www.medicalert.org
Provides an emblem engraved with medical problems and other pertinent information. Encourages people to wear identification bracelets or pendants, drawing attention to medical conditions or allergies which need to be known by personal during emergency medical treatment.
Medical Expense Assistance See Easter Seals
Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Programs 6105 W. St. Joseph Lansing, MI 48917 (800) 803-7174
Assists clients in understanding eligibility, enrollment, coverage medical bills, Medicare supplement and long term care insurance.
Mental Health Association of Michigan 30233 Southfield Rd., Suite 220 Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 647-1711 (248) 647-1732 Fax Hours: 8:15 a.m.-4:45 p.m. M-F www.mha-mi-org [email protected]
Voluntary citizen’s organization dedicated to promoting positive mental health attitudes and practices, preventing mental illness, and ensuring that appropriate and adequate treatment services are available to those who are mentally ill. Affiliated with the National Mental Health Association.
- 51 - Menninger Clinic 2801 Gessner, P.O. Box 809045 Houston, TX 77280 (800) 351-9058 (713) 275-5000 www.menninger.edu
A national specialty psychiatric care facility offering diagnostic and treatment programs for adolescents and adults.
MI Child Health Insurance (800) 642-4453 Information (1-800-MI-CHILD) (888) 988-6300 www.mdch.state.mi.us
Provides health insurance for low-income children up to age 18.
Michigan Association for Deaf - Hearing and Speech Services 2929 Covington Ct., Suite 200 Lansing, MI 48912 (517) 487-0066 (517) 487-0202 Voice and TTY (517) 487-2586 Fax Hours: 9:00a.m.- 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. M-F www.madhs.org
Dedicated to improving the quality of life for persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, and speech impaired through leadership in advocacy, education and services. Provides two summer camps for deaf or hard of hearing children and their siblings ($250.00 per child; camperships available through Lions Club) and a Teen leadership training camp. Call for details. Camperships are available for children whose families can’t afford the fee. Provides free hearing aids to deaf and hearing children and adults who meet eligibility guidelines.
Michigan Association for Children with Emotional Disorders 30233 Southfield Rd., Suite 219 Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 433-2200 (248) 433-2299 Fax Hours: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. M-F [email protected]
Participates in state and local policy making groups to improve educational and treatment services for mentally ill children and youth. Provides support to empower families to obtain needed services and attends individual Education Planning Committee meetings to advocate for individual children and families in the special education process. Conducts the Children’s
- 52 - Forum, an annual meeting to discuss and improve services that special needs children receive at home, at school, and in therapy.
Michigan Chapter March of Dimes, Flint Division 3237 Beecher Rd. Flint, MI 48532 (810) 230-2855 (914) 997-4764 TDD (888) 663-4637 Information (810)230-8958 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F www.marchofdimes.org [email protected]
Provides services to individuals and health professionals focusing on birth defect prevention through prenatal care. Services for individuals include film, literature, and referrals for genetic counseling to local health care providers and physicians who deal with birth defects and genetics. Services for health professionals include trainings to help them educate others about prenatal care, birth defects and genetic information, and funding for programs through a grant process.
Michigan Department of Career Development & Rehabilitation Services 303 W. Water St., Suite 204 Flint, MI 48503 (877) 620-7912 (810) 760-2103 Voice TDD (810) 760-2114 Fax
711 N. Saginaw St., Suite 211 Flint, MI 48503 (810) 233-5309 Voice and TTY (810) 233-5539 Fax Hours: 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.mrs.stat.mi.us
The mission of Michigan Rehabilitation Services is to assist individuals with disabilities to achieve employment and self-sufficiency. Provides vocational rehabilitation for persons with disabilities representing substantial barriers to employment when there is reasonable expectation that they may become gainfully employed.
- 53 - Michigan Dyslexia Institute 532 E. Shiawassee St. Lansing, MI 48912 (800) 832-3535 (517) 485-4000 (517) 485-4076 Fax www.dyslyxia.net [email protected]
Provides information about dyslexia via phone, printed materials, educational programs, workshops, and website. Provides mutual support group for persons affected by dyslexia. Meetings are held throughout Michigan, call for details. Offers a one-week summer camp in June for young persons (7-16) with dyslexia. Traditional summer camp activities are offered along with educational workshops intended to enhance the coping skills of young persons with dyslexia.
Michigan Eye Bank & Transplantation Center 1000 Wall St. Ann Arbor, MI 48105 (800) 247-7250 (734) 930-0200 Fax (734) 764-3262 Hotline Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.mebtc.org
Provides services which procure and supply donor eye material for surgical transplant in human recipients, for surgical training, and for medical research. Also, promotes awareness of organ and tissue donation, supports medical research, and obtains pledges for the donation of human eye tissue and other tissues.
Michigan Indian Lupus Foundation 26507 Harper Ave. St. Clair Shores, MI 48081 (586) 775-8310 (586) 775-8330 (586) 775-9494 Fax www.lupus.org
Voluntary health organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of people with lupus through education, support, and research. Lupus is a chronic inflammatory disease that can affect various parts of the body, especially the skin, joints, blood, and kidneys. Agency is an affiliate of the Lupus Foundation of America.
- 54 - Michigan Parkinson Foundation 30161 Southfield Rd., Suite 119 Southfield, MI 48076 (248) 433-1150 (800) 852-9781 (248) 433-1011 Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.parkinsonmi.org [email protected]
The Michigan Parkinson Foundation is a non-profit corporation founded in 1983. Harper Hospital created MPF to address vital patient care issues. Those issues include obtaining an early and accurate diagnosis, obtaining proper medical treatment and learning about various support services which can improve quality of care and life. From that focus the following mission was adopted: The Michigan Parkinson is a voluntary organization dedicated to helping those afflicted with Parkinson’s disease, as well as their families, by improving their quality of life through patient support, education and encouraging research.
Michigan Protection and Advocacy Service 4095 Legacy Parkway, Suite 500 Lansing, MI 48911 (800) 288-592 (517) 487-1755 Accepts collect calls, Voice TTY (800) 414-3956 Livonia Pavillion, Voice TTY (517) 487-0827 Fax (248) 473-4104 Livonia Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m www.mpas.org . Our goal is to advance the dignity, equality, self-determination, and expressed choices of individuals. Michigan Protection and Advocacy Service, Inc. (MPAS) promotes, expands and protects the human and legal rights of people by providing them with information and advocacy.
Michigan School for the Deaf & Blind 1667 Miller Rd. Flint, MI 48503 (800) 662-6730 (810) 257-1400 (810) 238-1220 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. M-F www.msdb.k12.mi.us
The Michigan Schools for the Deaf and Blind are committed to providing comprehensive educational, cultural, social and vocational services to hearing impaired, deaf and visually impaired. In response to the needs of children, families, and service providers, MSDB provides the following services: direct instruction for students and families; collaboration in the planning
- 55 - of student programs, comprehensive diagnostic assessment, and networking or resources across the state and the nation. In cooperation with the local school, Michigan School for the Deaf and Blind provide opportunities that enable all students to achieve their full potential.
Michigan SIDS (Tommorrow’s Child) 112 East Allegan, Suite 500 Lansing, MI 48933 (517) 485-7437 (800) 331-7437 (517) 485-0163 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.misids.org
Our Mission: Tomorrow’s Child/Michigan SIDS is dedicated to preserving the lives of newborns and healing families one day at a time. We provide education outreach, advocacy and research to keep babies healthy and safe their first year to life. Provides referrals to local mental health professionals and to mutual support groups.
Michigan Sleep Diagnostic 3237 Beecher Rd. Flint, MI 48532 (810) 733-8338 (888) 6SLEEP1 (810) 733-8023 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F www.amerciasleeps.com
An independent, full service, multidisciplinary Sleep Disorder Center which is equipped, staffed and organized to provide comprehensive high quality care for patients who suffer from conditions such as insomnia, excessive daytime sleepiness, sleep apnea syndrome, heavy snoring, morning headaches, frequent awakening, restlessness, coughing and or choking during sleep, personality change, high blood pressure.
Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Services 701 S. Norton Corunna, MI 48817 (989) 743-2251
Provides agricultural specialist, educational material, 4-H Youth Program, home economics, youth and family programs.
- 56 - Mid Eastern Michigan Talking Book Center 503 S. Saginaw St., Suite 839 Flint, MI 48502 (810) 232-7119 (800) 641-6639 Toll Free (810) 232-6639 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-9:00 pm. M-Th; 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., F-S www.mideastern.lib.mi.us
Provides services for person who are unable to see or read standard print due to visual or physical impairment. Talking Books may be provided through postage free mail. The Mideastern Michigan Talking Book Center in Flint is part of a Michigan network that includes Genesee, Lapeer, and Shiawassee Counties. The program is made possible by the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped.
Montrose Community School Alternative Terry Bigelow, Director 303 Ray Street, P.O. Box 3129 Montrose, MI 48457 (810) 591-8840
Mott Children’s Health Center 806 Tuuri Place Flint, MI 48505 (810)-767-5750 (810) 768-7511 Fax www.mottchc.org
Hours: Behavior Service 8:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m., M-Th, 8:00a.m.-5:00 p.m. F, Pediatric Dentistry; 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. M, TU, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. W-Fri.; Child Health Service; 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F
The mission of Mott Children’s Health Center is to improve the lives of Genesee County children and adolescents who are at great risks for not reaching their full potential by providing for their comprehensive health care needs through direct services, indirect services and advocacy within the context of family and community and by joining others to promote the well being of all children in the county.
Mt.Morris Alternative Education Tom Riutta, Interim Principal Jeff Glombowski, Assistant Principal Beverly Hughes, Assistant Principal 3400 North Jennings Rd Flint, Mi 48504 (810)591-9508
- 57 - Multiple Sclerosis Society (National) Flint Branch 21311 Civic Center Dr. Southfield, MI 48076 (800) 243-5767 248-350-0020 Hours: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. M-F www.nmssmi.org
Provides mutual support groups as a forum for person affected by Multiple Sclerosis. Provides program to help person diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis finance wheelchair ramps. Must meet income eligibility guidelines.
Myasthenia Gravis Support Group 17117 W. 9 Mile Rd #1409 Southfield, MI 48075 (248) 423-9700 (248) 423-9705 Fax (810) 232-8831 local contact number
Provides a mutual support group for persons with myasthenia gravis (a generative neuro- muscular disease) and for their families and friends.
Narcotics Anonymous-Flint 3401 Corunna Rd. P.O. Box 747 Flint, MI 48501 (810) 234-0815 24 Hour Line (810) 238-3636 Michigan-na.org [email protected]
Provides mutual self-help support groups for person addicted to narcotics using the 12 step model. Meetings are held at various sites and times throughout county.
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Genesee County 420 E. 5th Flint, MI 48503 P.O. Box 1320, Flint, MI 48501 (mailing address) (810) 232-6498 Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.nami.org
Provides mutual support and advocacy for families and relatives of those with long-term mental illness through a grassroots coalition of interested persons. The purpose of NAMI is to erase the stigma and prejudices attached to mental illness.
- 58 - National Association for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments P.O. Box 317 Watertown, MA 02472 (800) 562-6265 (617) 972-7444 Fax www.spedex.com [email protected]
NAPVI is a national organization that enables parents to find information and resources for their children who are blind or visually impaired, including those with additional disabilities.
National Association of Physically Handicapped, Inc. P.O. Box 349 Mt. Morris, MI 48458 (810) 631-6690 (810) 732-0207 Hours: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F
Provides social and recreational opportunities for handicapped person of any age and/ their family and friends. Provides advocacy on legislative issues related to handicapped persons of any age and their family and friends. Meets 3rd Thursday, 7:00 p.m., Ray Wood Memorial Hall, 5411 N. Saginaw St., Flint.
National Association of the Deaf 8630 Fenton St., Suite 820 Silver Spring, MD 20910-3819 (301) 587-1788 Public Information Center (301) 587-1789 TTY Hours: 8:45 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F www.nad.org [email protected]
The mission of the National Association of the Deaf is to promote, protect, and preserve the rights and quality of deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America.
National Bone Marrow Donor Program 3001 Broadway St. Northeast, Suite 500 Minneapolis, MN 55413 (800) 654-1247 (800) 627-7692 (612) 627-5877 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. M-F CST www.marrow.org
Recruits expectant mothers to donate their baby’s umbilical cord blood for unrelated stem cell transplantation. Cord blood banks collect, process, test and store donated cord blood. It is frozen for future transplantation use. Provides information on programs that specialize in the surgical
- 59 - replacement of bone marrow individuals whose own bone marrow is deseeded or otherwise dysfunctional.
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Hotline (800) The-Lost
National Child Abuse Hotline Child-help USA P.O. Box 603 Hollywood, CA 90028 (800) 422-4453
National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (802) 296-6300 PTSD Information line www.ncptsd.org [email protected]
The mission of the National Center for PTSD is to advance the clinical care and social welfare of America’s veterans through research, education, and training in the science, diagnosis, and treatment of PTSD and stress-related disorders.
National Center for Youth with Disabilities 1-800-273-8255 P.O. Box 1492 Washington, DC 20013 (800) 695-0285 www.nichcy.org
Provides a national information and referral center with information on disabilities and disability-related issues for families, educators, and other professionals. One special focus is children and youth (birth to age 22).
National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence 231-347-5511 313-369-5400 517-887-0226
“The National Council on Alcohol and Drug Depend fights the stigma and the disease of alcoholism and other drug addictions.”
National Craniofacial Association 744 McCallie Ave. Chattanooga, TN 37401 P.O Box 11082, Chattanooga, TN 37401 (mailing address)
- 60 - (423) 266-1632 (800) 332-2373 (423) 267-3124 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.faces-cranio.org [email protected]
Provides information about craniofacial anomalies including specific diseases such as cleft lip and palate, apert syndrome, hemangioma, and neurofibromatosis. Provides referrals to craniofacial centers, available resources, organizations, and other families who have a child with the same disorder. Information is available via toll-free telephone number, printed materials, speaker bureau, and a World Wide Web site.
National Down Syndrome Congress 1370 Center Drive, Suite 102 Bldg 5, Suite 100 Atlanta, GA 30338 (770)604-604-9500 (800) 232-6372 (800) 232-NDSC (770) 604-9898 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Organization dedicated to providing parents and professionals with current information and to working at national and local levels to promote the rights of and opportunities for person with Down Syndrome.
National Eating Disorders Awareness Prevention 603 Stewart Street Seattle, WA 98101 (206) 382-3587
Provides information and referrals for individuals with eating disorders.
National Federation of the Blind of Michigan c/o 1212 N. Foster Ave Lansing, MI 48912 (517) 272-9800 517-482-1800
1800 Johnson St. Baltimore, MD 21230 (410) 659-9314 (410) 685-5635 Fax www.nfb.org/default.htm
- 61 - Organization working for the complete equality and integration of people who are blind into society. Offers support groups for people who are blind to meet and share experiences and information. Provides a telephone newspaper reading service for people who cannot read a conventional newspaper. Using a touch-tone phone and special access code, people can listen to computerized voice reading selections from several national newspapers and local papers covering Detroit, Lansing, Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo and Marquette.
National Kidney Foundation of Michigan 1169 Oak Valley Dr. Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (734) 222-9800 (800) 482-1455 (734) 222-9801 Fax www.nkm.org
The National Kidney Foundation, Inc., a major voluntary health organization, seeks to prevent kidney and urinary tract disease, improve the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by these diseases, and increase the availability of all organs for transplantation.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Michigan Chapter 21311 Civic Center Dr. Southfield, MI 48076 (800) 243-5767 (248) 350-0020 (248) 350-0029 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.nnssmi.org
Voluntary health organization dedicated to maximizing the quality of life for individuals with multiple sclerosis by providing information, support services, assistive technology, and research. Multiple sclerosis is a disabling disease of the central nervous system. Symptoms may be mild such as numbness in the limbs or severe paralysis or loss of vision.
National Neurofibromatosis Foundation 95 Pine St. 16th Floor New York, NY 10005 (212) 344-6633 (212) 344-NNFF (800) 323-7938 (212) 747-0004 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.nf.org [email protected]
Voluntary health organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by neurofibromatosis. Coordinates regularly scheduled meetings at which
- 62 - people affected by neurofibromatosis can share information and provide mutual support. Meetings are held in Grand Rapids and Bay City areas.
National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (800) 537-2238
A reference and statistical information center that provides a local contact number and location for shelter and other services to those involved in domestic violence.
National Runaway Switchboard 3080 N. Lincoln Avenue Chicago, IL 60657 (800) 621-4000 1-800-786-2929
Provides services to runaways.
National Spinal Cord Injury Association 6701 Democracy Blvd., Suite 300 Bethesda, MD 20817 (301) 588-6959 (800) 962-9629 Helpline (301) 881-9817 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F www.spinalcord.org
Provides information about spinal cord injuries and diseases, including prevention, treatment and other medical issues.
National Organization of Parents of Murdered Children, Inc. 100 E. 8th St., Suite B-41 Cincinnati, OH 45202 (888) 818-7662 (513) 721-5683 (513) 345-4489 Fax www.pomc.com [email protected]
POMC provides the ongoing emotional support needed to help parents and other survivors facilitate the reconstruction of a new life and to promote a healthy resolution. Not only does POMC help survivors deal with their acute grief, but with the criminal justice system as well. The staff of the National Headquarters of POMC will assist any survivor and, if possible, link that survivor with others in the same vicinity who have survived their loved one’s murder. In addition, the staff is available to provide individual assistance, support and advocacy. The staff will also help interested parents or immediate family members from a chapter of POMC in their
- 63 - community. POMC will provide training to professionals in such fields as law enforcement, mental health, social work, community services, law, criminal justice, medicine, education, religion, the media and mortuary science, who are interested in learning more about survivors of homicide victims and the aftermath of murder.
National Organization of Rare Disorders P.O. Box 1968 Danbury, CT 06813 (800) 999-6673 (203) 744-0100 (203) 797-9590 TDD/TTY (203) 798-2291 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.rarediseases.org [email protected]
The NORD is a unique federation of voluntary health organizations dedicated to helping people with rare orphan disease and assisting the organizations that serve them. NORD is committed to the identification, treatment, and cure of rare disorders through programs of education, advocacy, research, and service.
Newspapers for the Blind, Inc. P.O. Box 441 Clio, MI 48420 (810) 762-3656 24 Hour hotline
New Passages Community Support Services 2830 Corunna Rd. Flint, MI 48507 (810) 235-6812
Provides case management, medication management, housing, crisis intervention and counseling to adults and children.
Oakland Psychological Clinic 2360 Linden Rd. Flint, MI 48532 (810) 732-0560
Provides mental health counseling and psychological services.
- 64 - Old Newsboys of Greater Flint 3216 Lapeer Rd. Flint, MI 48532 (810) 744-1840
Provides clothing and toys to schoolchildren at Christmas, and clothing to victims of burnout. Also accepts donations of toys and clothing in good repair all year long
Orton Dyslexia Society Michigan Branch 8548 Rivercrest Dr. SW Jenison, MI 48428 (800) 222-3123 (616) 457-5892 Hours: 3:00 pm.m-8:00 p.m. M-F leave message
Membership organization which provides information about problems of dyslexia.
Osteogensis Imperfecta Foundation 804 W. Diamond Ave., Suite 210 Gaithersburg, MD 20878 (301) 947-0083 (800) 981-2663 (301) 947-0456 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., M-F www.oif.org [email protected]
Provides information about osteogenisis imperfecta, including care techniques, bone disorders, genetics, and pain management. Makes referrals to other parents who have experienced a similar situation. Information is available via toll-free telephone number, audio-visual and printed materials.
Ostomy Support Group (800) 826-0826
Mutual support group for persons who have had a colostomy or ileostomy. Meets the 2nd Sun., 2:00 p.m. at Mclaren Hospital Auditorium. The second Sunday in May is Mother’s Day so the group meets the following Sunday. There are no meetings in June or July. Ostomy Visitors Program provides hospital or home visitation for people who have recently had a colostomy/ileostomy by someone who had the same type of surgery.
- 65 - Overeaters Anonymous Flint, MI 48501 (810) 659-4689 Hours: 24 hours
Mutual support groups for persons which eating disorders or weight control problems.
Pathways Alternative/Adult Education Program (989) 729-3310 Baker College of Owosso 989-725-3870 Fax
Business and Corporate Services Division Bentley Campus. Students can earn their High School Diploma. Child care center on campus.
PAWS with a CAUSE 4646 S. Division Wayland, MI 49348 (616) 877-7297 (800) 253-7297 (616) 877-0248 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F www.pawscause.org [email protected]
A national nonprofit community-based organization that identifies and develops ways to establish mutually beneficial working relationships between people with disabilities and dogs.
Pediatric After Hours (517) 364-4146 (810) 257-9000 Sparrow Prof. Bldg. Hurley Hospital 1200 E. Michigan, Suite 145 One Hurley Plaza Lansing, MI 48912 Flint, MI 48503
Pierce Park Senior Citizen Center 2302 Brookside Dr. Flint, MI 48053 (810)766-7424 810-239-4946 Fax Hours: 12:00 p.m.-4:15 p.m., W. 12:45 p.m.-3:00 p.m. F
Provides health screenings, travel club, bridge games and classes, progressive euchre, lawn bowling, Tuesday evening social dances, Mott classes, over 80 luncheons once a month (under 80 must bring a dish to pass), chorus for all seniors, country line dancing, shuffle board, golf league, Lensmen Club, and Stroke Club.
- 66 - Planned Parenthood of East Central MI 3371 Beecher Rd. Flint, MI 48532 (810) 234-1659 (810) 234-5956 Fax (989) 723-6420 Owosso (989) 723-5094 Owosso Fax Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., M-F some evenings until 8:00 p.m. open some Saturdays www.ppecm.org
Mission is to provide comprehensive reproductive and complementary health care service in settings which preserve and protect and essential privacy and rights of each individual to advocate public policies which guarantee these rights and ensure access to such services; to provide educational programs which enhance understanding of individual and societal implications of human sexuality to promote research and the advancement of technology in reproductive health care and encourage understanding of their inherent bioethical, behavioral, and social implications.
Poison Control Center 4160 John R. Blvd., Suite 616 Detroit, MI 48201 (800) 222-1222 24-hour line (313) 795-5493 Fax number Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F, Hotline operates 24/7 www.aapcc.org
Provides 24-hour immediate first aid advice for suspected poisoning with specific treatment advice and referrals to local hospitals. Crisis workers need to know age and weight of patient, amount and name of product, symptoms, and your local zip code.
Post Partum Support International (800) 944-4773 (800) 994-4PPD www.depressionafterdelivery.com
Depression After Delivery, Inc was formed to provide support for women with postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis and the baby blues. Also provides education, information and referral for women and families coping with mental health issues associated with child bearing, both during pregnancy, postpartum and beyond.
Pregnancy Counseling Center 2710 W. Court St., Suite 7 Flint, MI 48503 (810) 767-1262 Hours: varies, call
- 67 - Provides pregnancy testing, Pro-Life counseling, information on pregnancy and abortion alternatives. Used maternity and infant clothing and baby furniture are provided as donations allow.
Pregnancy Health Center 512 N. Adelaide St. Fenton, MI 48430 (810) 629-1876 (810) 629-2302 Fax Hours: 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. M-Th
Provides crisis pregnancy counseling and services.
Project Linus Flushing, MI 48433 (810) 659-6570
Project Linus is a non-profit, 100% volunteer organization that makes and distributes handmade security blankets to sick or traumatized children.
RAVE (Relief After Violent Encounter), Inc. (989) 725-9444 1-877-952-7283 Toll Free Number
Provides emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence, individual counseling, support groups for both adults and children, advocacy services, housing location, referrals for batters counseling, 24 hours 7 days a week.
REACH 2010 (989) 725-725-9511 (810) 233-8700 (810)-233-3263 Fax 308 W. Main Street, Suite 402 914 Church St Owosso, MI 48867 Flint, MI 48532
Provides individual and family counseling, short-term shelter and crisis intervention.
Readings for the Blind 5600 Rochester Rd Troy, MI 48098 (800) 803-7201 (248) 879-0101 (248) 879-9927 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., M-Th., 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m., Fri 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Sat www.rfbd.org
- 68 - Organization serving people who cannot read standard print because of a visual, perceptual, or other physical disability. Agency is an affiliate of the national Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic
Ready, Set, Grow ! Passport Initiative 432 N. Saginaw, Suite 800 Flint, MI 48502 (8100 767-0703 (810) 234-5157 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F
Provides services to assist mother or caregiver in giving their children all the skills and health care they will need for a good future. Provides services which assist mother or caregiver in giving their baby-to-be or child(ren) all the skill and health care they will need for a good future. New mothers or caregivers are given a resource guide with information on how to handle parenting issues from infancy through age six. They are also given a “Passport” which guides them through and encourages them to pursue health care, educational and cultural pursuits.
Recovery, Inc. 6029 S. Belsay Rd. Grand Blanc, MI 48439 (810) 720-1342 (810) 694-8588 Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.recovery-inc.org [email protected]
The recovery method is a compilation of many simple yet practical coping techniques. To gain inner peace, members learn how to change the way they react to the people and situations they have no control over. Members also learn how to identify and manage negative thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and behaviors that can lead to emotional distress and stress related physical symptoms. The techniques are learned through regular attendance at meetings, studying the Recovery literature, and daily practice.
Resource Center, The 1401 S. Grand Traverse Flint, MI 48503 (810) 232-6300 (810) 767-0500 Information and Referral line (810) 232-3788 Fax Hours: 8:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. M-F www.rescen.org
Improving our community by strengthening nonprofit organizations and promoting volunteerism. “Provides volunteer recruitment, training, promotion and referral; leadership, management and governance training; counseling and mentoring for nonprofits; publication of
- 69 - Community Services Sourcebook and other directories and comprehensive information and referral linking individual, service providers, volunteers and resources.
Ronald McDonald House Charities Ann Arbor-Detroit-Grand Rapids-Lansing (734) 994-4442 Ann Arbor (734) 994-4919 Fax (313) 745-5509 Detroit (313) 993-0399 Fax (616) 776-1300 Grand Rapids (616) 776-0368 Fax (517) 485-9303 Lansing (517) 485-9810 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m-9:00 p.m. www.rmhc.com
Provides temporary low-cost housing for parents of seriously ill children in treatment at Ann Arbor, Detroit Children’s, Grand Rapids or Lansing Hospitals.
Sacred Heart Rehabilitation Center 400 Stoddard Rd. Memphis, MI 48401 (810) 392-2167 Hours: 24 hours per day/ 7 days per week
Provides quality treatment and support services for men and women suffering from alcoholism and other drug dependency disorders. Program includes Subacute Detox, Residential Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient.
Salvation Army 211 W. Kearsley St. Flint, MI 48502 P.O Box 3645, Flint, MI 48502 (mailing address) (810) 232-2196 (800) 562-3834 call here for donation pickup (810) 232-2426 Extension Office (810) 232-0356 Fax Hours: 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. M-F www.salvationarmy.org
Provides emergency financial assistance for rent, mortgage payments, utilities, medical and personal needs, clothing, temporary shelter and emergency transportation.
- 70 - Scleroderma Foundation-Michigan Chapter 30301 Northwestern Hwy., Suite 300 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 (800) 716-6554 (248) 865-7529 (248) 865-7523 Fax Hours: 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. M-F www.scleroderma.org [email protected]
This voluntary health organization is dedicated to supporting individuals with scleroderma and their families through education, research and public awareness. Provides support to help patients and their families cope with scleroderma through mutual support programs, peer counseling, physician referrals, and educational information; education to promote public awareness and education through patient and health professional seminars, literature, and publicity campaigns, and research to stimulate and support research to improve treatment and ultimately find the cause of and cure for scleroderma and related disease.
Scleroderma Support Group 24404 Catherine Industrial Dr., Suite 300 Novi, MI 48375 (248) 349-2899 (810) 678-3456
Provides a local support group for person with Scleroderma or those affected by it. Meets 4th Monday, 7:00 p.m, Mclaren Medical Center, 10090 Lippincott (corner of M-15), Davison. Call (810) 678-3456.
Sickle Cell Disease Association of America-Michigan Chapter 18516 James Couzens Detroit, MI 48235 (313) 864-4406 (800) 842-0973 Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-W, F; 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m. www.sicklecelldisease.org/default.htm
Promotes public awareness of sickle cell anemia and other sickle cell conditions through educational programs, printed materials, video tapes and speakers. Determines whether an individual is a carrier of the sickling gene and provides counseling and information to enable individuals and couples to make informed decisions regarding family planning. Offers recreational and academic opportunities in an environment appropriately staffed to meet the special needs of children and youth with sickle cell disease or other sickle cell conditions. Camp usually meets from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. mid-July through mid-August. Activities include games, tutoring, movies, computer instruction reading programs and lunch.
- 71 - SJO Gren’s Syndrome Support Group (810) 735-4365 (810) 635-4657 (810) 635-0456 www.sjogrens.org
Mutual support groups for women with Sjogren’s Syndrome. Meets every month, 4th Wed., 1:00 p.m. Italia Garden, Miller Rd., for lunch and sharing
Social Security Administration 929 Stevens St. Flint, MI 48502 (800) 722-1213 (810) 789-2163 (810) 239-9514 Hours: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. M-F
Provides Medicare and Medicaid applications and information and administers these insurance plans. Call for details. Provides monthly cash payments for persons age 62 and older who are fully insured. Benefit amounts depend on wages earned and the number of quarters of paid employment credited to an individuals Social Security record. Persons living in Clio, Genesee, Montrose, Mt. Morris, Otisville and zip codes 48504-48506 should go to Clio Rd address.
South Western Michigan Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Association 12240 Woodcrest Taylor, MI 48180 (734) 287-3606 (734) 287-4043 Fax
57145 Hamilton P.O. Box 212 Mattawan, MI 49071-2715 (269) 385-3959 (202) 944-3285 (269) 342-9765 Fax www.sbaa.org
Provides information about spina bifida and hydrocephalus medical, educational and social issues. For details call or visit our website.
Spanish Speaking Information Center 901 Chippewa Flint, MI 48053 (810) 239-4417 (810) 239-4419 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. M-F
- 72 - Provides support group for older Hispanic persons who are acting as caregivers for family members under the age of 18. Offers informational speakers, child care, transportation, education on community resources, legal issues, financial support, how to work with a child’s school, and disciplinary issues caregivers face when “parenting the second time around.” Also provides referrals to daycare services through the Rainbow Learning Program (children to age 11) and referrals to the YWCA to provide activities for older children; and temporary caretakers who care for dependent children in their own homes in order to give older guardians or family caregivers a short period of rest.
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Referral Services One Hurley Plaza Hurley Medical Center Flint, MI 48502 (810) 257-9344
Provides services to parents who have lost a child to SIDS.
Sunshine Foundation 1041 Mill Creek Drive Feasterville, PA 19053 (800) 767-1976 (215) 396-4770
Fulfills dreams and wishes of handicapped, terminally or chronically ill children (3-21) whose parents are under financial strain doe to child’s illness. Also grants wishes for abused children.
Swartz Creek Schools Alternative Education Michael Vanderlip, Principal 8197 Miller Rd. Swartz Creek, MI 48473 (810) 591-4380
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (800) 932-TOPS (810) 234-1813 (810) 233-0632 www.tops.org
Provides a mutual support group and forum for persons concerned with weight loss issues. Holds weekly meetings, annual conventions, literature (including Nutrition Monograph) and a medical research program. Annual membership is $20.00
- 73 - Teen Challenge Of Greater Flint 1230 Dupont St. Flint, MI 48504 P.O. Box 527 Flint, MI 48501 (810) 235-3787 (810) 235-4480 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m-5:00 p.m. www.teenchallenge.com/flint
Provides a Christian-based 12 month residential program for men ages 18+ who are trying to overcome major life problems and/or drug and alcohol addictions.
Teen Ranch 4672 Marlette Rd. Clifford, MI 48727 (989) 761-7106 Provide residential treatment for adolescents who are mentally ill.
Teenlink HIV/AIDS/STD Information and Referrall Hotline for Teens (800) 440-8336 HIV/AIDS National Hotline (800) 750-TEEN Michigan HIV/AIDS Hotline (800) 826-SIDA En Espanol (800) 332-0849 TTY/TDD (800) 227-8922 STD National Hotline (800) 344-7432 En Espanol
Provides anonymous, confidential information to young persons with questions about HIV, AIDS, or STDs.
Together RX Program P.O. Box 52158 Phoenix, AZ 85072-9967 (800) 865-7211 www.together-rx.com
Must be a Medicare enrollee, have no prescription drug coverage and meet income guidelines (currently $28,000 annually for a single person, $38,000 annually for a couple, subject to change).
- 74 - Tough Love Parent Group 5219 Champagne Drive Flint, MI 4507 (810) 732-7571
Provides a support group for parents experiencing difficulties raising their children of any age. Meetings in Flint and Fenton.
Tourette Syndrome Association Metro Detroit and Eastern MI Chapter 4240 Bell Boulevard, Suite 205 Bayside, NY 11361-2820 (888) 486-8738 (718) 224-2999 www.tsa-usa.org
This is a national non-profit voluntary health organization with over 50 chapters in the US and over 45 contacts in other counties. Maintains a crisis hotline, physician referral listing by state, and medical referrals in other countries. Publishes a brochure titled Questions and Answers about Tourette Sundrome.
Transition House 939 M L King Avenue Flint, MI 48504 (810) 424-1438
Provides residential substance abuse services.
Transplantation Society of Michigan Gift of Life Agency 3861 Research Park Ann Arbor, MI 48108-9836 (800) 482-4881 (734) 973-1577 (734) 973-3133 Fax www.tsm-giftoflifemichigan.org
Provides services to coordinate organ and other tissue transfers between donor and recipient. website: www.tsm-giftoflife.org. Provides cards that people who want to donate vital organs or their entire bodies can sign and carry with them.
Triangle Foundation 19641 W. 7 Mile Rd. Detroit, MI 48219 (877) 787-4264 (313) 537-3323 (313) 537-3379 Fax
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Provides statewide services for Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, or Transvestites persons including anti- violence tracking and reporting, lawyer referrals, work with legislators to educate, work with religious leaders to encourage tolerance and acceptance, media watchdog program, legal advocacy fund and community response and Speaker’s Bureau.
Toys for Tots-UAW Hall 812 Leith Street Flint, MI 48505 (810) 238-1616 ext 416 (810) 715-4401
Provides toys at Christmas time to children who meet eligibility guidelines. Also accepts donations.
United Cerebral Palsy Association of Michigan 4970 Northwind Drive, Suite #102 3401 E Saginaw, Suite 216 Lansing, MI 48823 (800) 828-2714 (517) 203-1200 (517) 203-1203 Fax Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.ucp.org/ucp_local.cfm/87
To advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities.
United Ostomy Association 19772 MacArthur Blvd., Suite 200 Irvine, CA 92612 (949) 660-8624 (800) 826-0826 (949) 660-9262 Fax Hours: 7:30 a.m-4:30 p.m. M-TH; 7:30a.m.-4:30 p.m. [email protected]
Provides a variety of information to individuals with ostomy diseases such as colostomies, ileostomies, or urostomies. Incluedes printed materials, audio and video tapes, annual conference, current disease-related information, and a world wide web site.
- 76 - United Way/Labor Bone Marrow Donor Program Citizens Bank Building 328 S. Saginaw St., 5th Floor Flint, MI 48502 P.O. Box 949 Flint, MI 48501 (800) You-Gave, ext. 366 (810) 232-8121, ext. 855 Hours: 7:45 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Provides information on how to become a bone marrow donor, organizes bone marrow drives to add volunteers on the national bone marrow registry and facilitates special events raise awareness for need for donors.
University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center 1500 E. Medical Center Dr. Ann Arbor, MI 48109 (800) 865-1125 24-hour line (734) 936-2516 (734) 936-9582 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. www.cancer.med.umich.edu
Maintains a library of reference books, brochures and cancer-related articles on over 40 types of cancer and respective treatments. Cancer answer line provides information about the etiology, symptoms, preventive measures, screening/diagnostic procedures, and/or methods of treatment or management for all types of cancer. Also maintains an extensive library on cancer.
Valley Area Agency on Aging Walter Reuther Center 225 E. 5th St., Suite 200 Flint, MI 48502 (800) 978-6275 (810) 239-7671 (810) 233-4242 TDD (810) 239-8869 Fax Hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. www.gfn.org/vaa
The Valley Area Agency on Aging is a private, non-private organization committed to funding programs and services which enable older adults to remain living independently in their own homes. VAAA is one of 16 Area Agencies on Aging in Michigan established by the federal Older Americans Act and the state Older Michiganians Act to meet the needs of a growing, aging population. Also provides technical support assistance to any non-profit agency targeting or seeking to target seniors, and information services to all interested parties.
- 77 - Vision Care (800) 766-4466
Free eye exam for low income and individuals meeting eligibility.
Visually Impaired Center 1170 Robert T. Longway Blvd. Flint, MI 48503 (810) 235-2544 Hours: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. www.vicflint.org
Provides services for person with vision loss which give the skills to better manage their lives including organizing medications, applying makeup, organizing matching clothing, obtaining large print reading materials, talking clocks and watches; techniques to build confidence about eating in public; computer classes for email, Internet exploration or word processing; Braille classes for labeling, keeping personal records, phone numbers and recipe files or playing cards and games.
Vista Center 249 Peer Ave. Flint, MI 48503 (810) 766-7085
Provides various psychosocial activities for the mentally disabled adults, such as social skills, recreational programming, as well as literacy training, counseling, housing search assistance and educational activities.
Volunteers in Health Care www.volunteersinhealthcare.org
Website that provides application forms for pharmaceutical indigent drug programs, which provide medications free or low cost to individuals who meet eligibility criteria
Wellness HIV/AIDS Service, Inc. 311 E. Court St. Flint, MI 48502 (800) 225-2437 (810) 232-0888 (810) 232-2418 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Provides anonymous HIV/AIDS testing using non-invasive sputum test. Provides individual, family or couple counseling and case management for persons infected or affected by HIV or AIDS and several mutual support groups. Other programs available are: food supplements,
- 78 - housing payment assistance, medical transportation, mutual support groups physician referrals and substance abuse counseling.
Wings of Mercy P.O. Box 2009 Bay City, MI 48707 (888) 326-3729 www.wingseastmi.org [email protected]
Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program Genesee County Health Dept. 3373 S. Saginaw Flint, MI 48529 (810) 600-2430 (810) 257-3505 115 E. Pierson Rd Flint, MI 48505 (810) 785-5399
Hours: 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. M-F www.co.genesee.mi.us/health/ph/wic.htm
WIC provides coupons for infant formula, cereal, juice, milk, cheese, eggs and other food for women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or have children under 5 years of age and for their infants and children. Program can also provide these services for caretakers of children who qualify. Also provides nutritional education and referrals to health service providers for medical and counseling.
Women’s Outreach Network-National Hemophilia Foundation 116 W. 32nd St., 11th Floor New York, NY 10001 (800) 424-2634 (212) 328-3700 (212) 328-3777 Fax www.hemophilia.org Hours: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Provides services for women with hemophilia, Von Willebrand disease and other bleeding disorders, including decreasing the risk of HIV, empowering women to promote well-being, and contributing to humane and supportive climates for all individuals affected by HIV.
- 79 - Woodward Counseling G-3163 Flushing Rd. Flint, MI 48504 (810) 249-9924 (810) 249-9927 Fax Hours: 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Provides individual, family and group therapy outpatient programs including substance abuse, intensive outpatient therapy, prevention and education programs, aftercare services, drivers license evaluation and drug testing.
YMCA of Greater Flint 515 W. Main 411 E. Third St Owosso, MI 48867 Flint, MI 48503 (989) 725-8136 (810) 232-9622 Provides exercise programs, tot watch, education, social and physical activities for youths and adults. Provides emergency and correction housing for single men, youth programs and services, camps and a pool.
YWCA of Greater Flint 620 S. Capital, Suite 100 310 E. Third Street Lansing, MI 48933 Flint, MI 48502 (517) 485-7201 (810) 238-7621
Provides domestic violence and sexual assault programs, children’s day care programs, recreation, health and fitness programs, and youth program.
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