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We have pulled together resources in 3 different areas for your convenience: Delta County, Schoolcraft County, and State and National Resources. Click on the links below to bring you to each of the three areas:
Delta County Schoolcraft County
State and National
Delta County Resources
4C of the U.P.
Central Upper Peninsula American Red Cross -- Gladstone
Child and Family Services of the Upper Peninsula
Children's Protective Services
Community Foundation For Delta County
Delta County - Michigan Department of Human Services (MDHS)
Delta-Schoolcraft Intermediate School District
Early On of Delta County
Legal Services of Northern Michigan
Lutheran_Services_of_Northern_Michigan
Menominee-Delta-Schoolcraft Community Action Agency and Human Resource Authority
Menominee-Delta-Schoolcraft_Community_Action_Agency_Early_Childhood_Program_
Michigan State Police 8th District Headquarters
MSU Extension of Delta County; Family and Consumer Science Programs
Salvation Army -- Wisconsin and Upper Peninsula Divisional Headquarters
U.P._B.E.A.R.S._Program
UPCAP_Services_
U.P._2-1-1_Call_Center
Welcome_Newborns
4C of the U.P.
104 Coles Drive, Suite F, Marquette, MI 49855. 1-866-424-4532 or 906-228-3362
4C of the U.P. is a non-profit Child Care Resource and Referral Agency that services all 15 counties of the Upper Peninsula. The mission of the 4C of the Upper Peninsula is to help parents find licensed child care, to support and train child care providers, and to advocate for the highest quality childcare for parents, employers and the general public throughout the Upper Peninsula.
http://www.4c-up.com
Central Upper Peninsula American Red Cross - Gladstone
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone, MI 49837, (800) 472-6225 24-Hour Line - (906) 428-9357
Provides safe, reliable and cost-effective blood, plasma and tissue services to assist with meeting our Nation's needs. This service is available due to blood drives held at local business and organizations throughout the Chapter's jurisdiction. Provides information, education and training in First Aid, Workplace Safety, and Babysitting to employees and citizens in an effort to prevent and properly respond to medical emergencies. Participants learn from class discussions, real life video segments and hands-on practice sessions. Provides training fo the public and private sector to enhance emergency planning efforts, overall preparedness by government organizations, community based agencies, individuals and families for a major disaster or large-scale emergency that disrupts the normal functioning of a community. Provides emergency relief to victims of natural or manmade disasters. Services may range from single-family residential fires to major floods, tornadoes, earthquakes, hazmat incidents and other catastrophic events. No matter the size or type of disaster, basic needs are met. These services may include but are not limited to: food, clothing, emergency shelter, personal items, essential household furnishings, medical supplies and eyeglasses. Assistance may also include emergency health care and mental health care provided by licensed Red Cross volunteers. Disaster Assistance: provides information and/or short-term assistance, usually in the form of food, clothing, blankets, temporary shelter, furnishings, small appliances or temporary financial aid, for people who have suffered injuries or incurred losses due to a major disaster or large-scale emergency that disrupts the normal functioning of a community. The objective of disaster relief is to help individuals sustain their lives during the immediate aftermath of the event. Disaster Recovery: provides longer -term assistance with the objective of facilitating the return of the community to its pre-disaster condition and/or rebuilding the community in a way that makes it less vulnerable in the future. Provides 24-hour emergency assistance to members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Through their worldwide communications network the Red Cross transmits emergency messages when a family member is seriously ill, the family is facing a financial crisis, a child is born, or other emergencies that may threaten the service person or their family. Also, Social Services are provided to families experiencing a hardship. Recruits and places volunteers interested in being a part of the Disaster Action Team and individuals who would like to offer their professional services to instruct Health and Safety classes. SITE AREA SERVED: Alger, Delta and Schoolcraft counties.
Child and Family Services of the Upper Peninsula
1100Ludington Suite 301, Escanaba, MI 49829. (906) 233-1554
We provide individual, family and couple counseling for children, adolescents and adults. Wraparound services for families in danger of losing a child to abuse or neglect are also provided as well as foster care, adoption and other specialized services to families across the U.P. We are a non-profit, non-sectarian, non-discriminating agency which seeks to strengthen families by providing quality social service programs that empower individuals with skills to care for themselves and others.
http://www.cfsup.org
Children's Protective Services
906-341-2144, Weekends and Holidays: 800-560-1671
Child Abuse Parent Help Line 1-800-942-4357; Child Fatality Review Team (517) 324-7330
This program investigates allegations that a child under the age of 18 is suspected of being abused or neglected by a parent, legal guardian or adult who lives in the same home as the child, and assesses the safety and risk to the child and intervenes appropriately. The Michigan Department of Human Services (MDHS) has only investigative authority. Enforcement authority is with the police and courts. Anyone may make a complaint if abuse or neglect is suspected. The identity of the reporting person is confidential. Funding is both state and federal.
http://michigan.gov/dhs
The Community Foundation For Delta County
2500 7th Avenue South, Suite 103, Escanaba, MI 49829. Phone: (906) 786-6654
The Community Foundation For Delta County works to better the lives of area residents, now and in the future. The Foundation will provide leadership including growing and managing permanent endowments from a wide range of donors and making grants to meet changing community needs. The Foundations a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization managed by and directed by a volunteer board of directors. The Foundation receives contributions that are permanently invested. The earnings from the investments are granted back to the community to meet local needs. The Welcome Newborns program was started by a proactive grant from the Foundation, meeting the needs of families giving birth within Delta County. The Foundation has been an ongoing supporter of the Welcome Newborns program and many other area youth programs.
www.cffdc.org
Delta County - Michigan Department of Human Services (MDHS)
2940 College Avenue, Escanaba, MI 49829, Phone: (906) 786-5394 Toll Free 1-888-264-6483
The Department of Human Services provides a wide variety of programs and services. The following is a brief description, please visit their website for additional information.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS - Family Independence Program (FIP), Food Assistance Program (FAP); State Disability Assistance (SDA), State Emergency Relief (SER), Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Child Development and Care (CDC, formerly Child Day Care), Child Support Program, Medicaid.
SERVICES PROGRAMS: Adoption Services & Adoption Subsidy, Child Abuse Prevention and Family Preservation Services Prevention, Children’s Foster Care, Children’s Protective Services (CPS),
Michigan Children’s Institute (MCI), Native American Affairs and Indian Outreach, Teen Parent Program, Volunteer Services.
REGULATORY: Bureau of Children and Adult Licensing (BCAL), Children’s Trust Fund,
Domestic Violence Prevention & Treatment Board.
www.michigan.gov/dhs
Delta-Schoolcraft Intermediate School District
Career Technical Center 2525 Third Avenue South, Escanaba, MI 49829, (906) 786-9300 Manistique Satellite Center 100 North Cedar Street, Manistique, MI 49854, (906) 341-6935
Offers effective educational programs that promote learning for all students through the cooperative involvement of students, families, educators, and the community. SERVICES PROVIDED INCLUDE: Career and Technical Education / Clear Lake Education Center / Learning Center / Manistique Alternative Education Center / Manistique Area Career-Technical Satellite Center Programs / Alternative School / Child Find / Great Start/ Great Parents, Great Start / Special Education. SERVICES ARE PROVIDED TO: Bark River-Harris School District / Big Bay de Noc School District / Escanaba School District / Gladstone School Districts / Manistique School District / Mid Peninsula School District / Rapid River School District / Nah Tah Wahsh PSA / Holy Name Central Grade School / St. Francis de Sales / 7th Day Adventist.
http://www.dsisd.k12.mi.us
Early On of Delta County
2920 College Avenue, Escanaba, MI 49829 (906) 789-8113
Early On is a system to coordinate services for families concerned about their baby’s health or development. Early intervention is important and is available beginning at birth through age 2, with transition planning at age 3. Developmental screenings and assessments will take place at no charge through Early On and Child Find. A program of services at little or no cost will be developed to meet your child’s health or developmental needs. Don’t worry, but don’t wait.
http:/www.1800earlyon.org
Menominee-Delta-Schoolcraft Community Action Agency and Human Resource Authority
507 First Avenue North, Escanaba, MI 49829, (906) 786-7080 Main / (800) 562-9131 Toll-Free.
Organization working to provide opportunities for people of all ages and means to improve their quality of life through advocacy, education, housing, nutrition, volunteerism and support services. (TANF) HEAT, UTILITY AND RENT ASSISTANCE: Provides emergency heat and utility or rental assistance to households facing unexpected difficulties and have received shut-off/eviction notices. This service is only offered one-time per year. OCCASIONAL EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE: Provides a food package of staples on a quarterly basis to all ages, ages 60 and over on a monthly basis. THE EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Provides groceries on a limited basis to people who are unable to provide food for themselves or their families. USDA COMMODITY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM: Provides a monthly $45-$50 food package to low-income seniors and individuals in an effort to stretch limited funds for other household needs.
Menominee-Delta-Schoolcraft Community Action Agency Early Childhood Program
507 First Avenue North, Escanaba, MI 49829, (906) 786-7080 Main / (800) 562-9131 Toll-Free.
Provides free comprehensive preschool services for children ages 3 - 5 years through Head Start and Great Start School Readiness Programs. Selection for enrollment is prioritized on various factors. The Early Childhood Preschool Services include: language development, letters and numbers, health and nutrition, getting along with others, assistance with toilet training, safety, special needs services and support. Parents may enhance the quality of their family lives and environments by receiving support and information in a variety of areas including: parenting, education, literacy, job skills, access to medical and dental care, emergency needs, access to quality child care. To support parents and family members as their children's primary teachers, a number of opportunities are offered and may include: volunteering in the classroom, literacy programs, parent-teacher conferences and home visits, child development screenings.
In Delta County there are 3 Early Childhood Centers:
Escanaba: 1905 South 21st St, Escanaba, MI 49829. (906) 789-0997
Gladstone: 207 South 12th Street, Gladstone, MI 49837. (906) 428-4231
Rapid River: 10070 U.S. 41, Rapid RIver MI 49878. (906) 474-3535
Michigan State Police 8th District Headquarters
GLADSTONE POST #85: 922 Lake Shore Drive, Gladstone, MI 49837, (906) 428-4412
State law enforcement agency whose function is to maintain exclusive jurisdiction over the freeways and limited jurisdiction over county roads and streets in unicorporated areas. Officers are responsible for patrolling the highways to enforce traffic laws, issue citations to violators, investigate accidents, provide emergency first aid, and perform other services that help to ensure that the highways are safe, convenient to use and accident-free.
MSU Extension of Delta County; Family and Consumer Science Programs
2840 College Avenue, Escanaba, MI 49829, (906) 786-3032
MSU Extension's Children, Youth and Family Programs offer educational opportunities designed to meet the needs of people of all stages of the life cycle including ages 0-5. Through informal educational experiences built on research and knowledge of Michigan State University, families can find resources for supporting the positive growth and development of their children. MSU Extension of Delta County offers a library of resources including books, tapes, and videos on multiple parenting and child development topics. The public is welcome to check out any of these materials by calling the MSU Extension Office of Delta County at 906/786/3032. MSUE offers the Welcome Newborns Program to all new parents of infants. Through Welcome Newborns, parents receive a tote bag of developmental, health, and community resource information. Special focus is placed upon immunizations, parenting, literacy, and child abuse prevention. Parents also receive a free parenting newsletter from birth of their child to age 3 years old. Home visits are provided. Various parenting classes/curriculum modalities are also offered.
http://www.msue.msu.edu
Public Health Delta & Menominee
2920 College Avenue, Escanaba, MI 49829. (906) 786-4111
Salvation Army -- Wisconsin and Upper Peninsula Divisional Headquarters
3001 Fifth Avenue South, Escanaba, MI 49829, (906) 786-0590
Christian charitable organization whose main purpose is to preach the gospel, disseminate Christian truth, supply basic human necessities, provide personal counseling and undertake the spiritual and moral regeneration of all persons in need. TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE: Offers gas vouchers or Greyhound bus tickets to individuals in an emergency need situation. SUMMER CAMP: Offers week lone camping opportunities and scholarships to individuals of all ages. CHRISTMAS ASSISTANCE: Provides food items for a holiday meal, gift wrapped toys and clothing for the children. EMERGENCY HOMELESS SHELTER: Provides up to 5 days of emergency shelter assistance. If the individual does not have a mean of income, they are referred to the shelter site in Iron Mountain or Green Bay. UTILITY BILL PAYMENT ASSISTANCE: Provides utility bill assistance to low-income individuals facing utility shut-off/disconnection. FOOD PANTRIES: Provides a 3-5 day supply of food to low-income families in an emergency assistance situation. GENERAL COUNSELING SERVICES: Provides individual and family trauma counseling and emotional support. HOUSE PAYMENT ASSISTANCE: Provides assistance to low-income families who have received an eviction/foreclosure notice and denial from FIA. THANKSGIVING ASSISTANCE: Provides assistance to low-income residents in the community for them to celebrate and enjoy the Thanksgiving season. This comes in either in the form of a food basket or a congregate meal.
U.P. B.E.A.R.S. Program
4C of the U.P. 104 Coles Drive, Suite F, Marquette, MI 49855 (906) 228-3362 or 1-800-424-4532
The Behavioral, Emotional, and Resiliency Skills program is an early childhood prevention program designed to support children ages 0-5 in childcare who are experiencing challenges. Sometimes these challenges may put children at risk of expulsion from their early childcare setting. B.E.A.R.S. is designed to keep children in childcare and will help parents and caregivers.
We work with licensed child care centers, preschools, and registered family day care homes; relative providers and day care aides. Service is provided by consultants who specialize in infant, young children, and family intervention.
Services provided include: on-site observations at child care or preschool site, home visits for the family, developmental and behavioral assessments, coordination of services, and team planning.
B.E.A.R.S. is a U.P.-wide collaborative partnership of the 4C of the U.P. and Copper Country Mental Health Institute. Funding for this project is provided by Michigan Department of Community Health through funds from the Michigan Early Childhood Investment Corporation (ECIC).
UPCAP Services P.O. Box 606, Escanaba, MI 49829. 906-786-4701
UPCAP Services, Inc. was established in 1961 by the County Boards of Commissioners of the 15 counties if the U.P. Counties as a regional economic and human resource development and planning organization. UPCAP Services, Inc. is a local non-profit, charitable organization.
www.upcap.org
U.P. 2-1-1 Call Center
The U.P. 2-1-1 Call Center is the U.P.'s Community and Human Resource Connection. 2-1-1 is an easy to remeber telephone number that connects people with important community services and volunteer opportunities. 2-1-1 provides information and assistance for over 6,000 services in the U.P. such as: after-school programs, child care, Long-Term Care options, disability resources, employment resources, rent/utility assistance, senior services, housing, transportation, and many more! 2-1-1 is FREE, confidential and available 24 hours a day, 7days a week, 365 days a year.
www.upcap.org
Welcome Newborns
2840 College Avenue, Escanaba, MI 49829. (906) 786-3032
Established in 1996, the mission of the Welcome Newborns program is to provide support to Delta County parents of newborns by providing information and education about child development, health care, and community resources. The Welcome Newborns program offers Delta County parents the following: Tote bags filled with community resources and parenting information, family home visits, three years of free age specific monthly newsletters mailed directly to the parents home,layettes for newborns in need,SIDS prevention education and distribution of free Halo Sleep Sacks,"Watch Me Grow" calendars, and Newborn R.E.A.D.Y. Kits to encourage reading and brain development.
Schoolcraft County Resources
4C of the U.P.
Central Upper Peninsula American Red Cross -- Gladstone
Child and Family Services of the Upper Peninsula
Children's Protective Services
Schoolcraft County - Michigan Department of Human Services (MDHS)
Delta-Schoolcraft Intermediate School District
Early_On_of_Schoolcraft_County
Hiawatha_Behavioral_Health
Legal Services of Northern Michigan
Menominee-Delta-Schoolcraft Community Action Agency and Human Resource Authority
Menominee-Delta-Schoolcraft_Community_Action_Agency_Early_Childhood_Programs
Michigan State Police 8th District Headquarters
MSU Extension of Delta County; Family and Consumer Science Programs
Salvation Army -- Wisconsin and Upper Peninsula Divisional Headquarters
UPCAP_Services_
4C of the U.P.
104 Coles Drive, Suite F, Marquette, MI 49855. 1-866-424-4532 or 906-228-3362
4C of the U.P. is a non-profit Child Care Resource and Referral Agency that services all 15 counties of the Upper Peninsula. The mission of the 4C of the upper Peninsula is to help parents find licensed child care, to support and train child care providers, and to advocate for the highest quality childcare for parents, employers and the general public throughout the Upper Peninsula.
http://www.4c-up.com
Central Upper Peninsula American Red Cross -- Gladstone
1100 Delta Avenue, Gladstone, MI 49837, (800) 472-6225 24-Hour Line. (906) 428-9357
Provides safe, reliable and cost-effective blood, plasma and tissue services to assist with meeting our Nation's needs. This service is available due to blood drives held at local business and organizations throughout the Chapter's jurisdiction. Provides information, education and training in First Aid, Workplace Safety, and Babysitting to employees and citizens in an effort to prevent and properly respond to medical emergencies. Participants learn from class discussions, real life video segments and hands-on practice sessions. Provides training fo the public and private sector to enhance emergency planning efforts overall preparedness by government organizations, community based agencies, individuals and families for a major disaster or large-scale emergency that disrupts the normal functioning of a community. Provides emergency relief to victims of natural or manmade disasters. Services may range from single-family residential fires to major floods, tornadoes, earthquakes, hasmat incidents and other catastrophic events. No matter the size or type of disaster, basic needs are met. These services may include but are not limited to: food, clothing, emergency shelter, personal items, essential household furnishings, medical supplies and eyeglasses. Assistance may also include emergency health care and mental health care provided by licensed Red Cross volunteers, Disaster Assistance: provides information and/or short-term assistance, usually in the form of food, clothing, blankets, temporary shelter, furnishings, small appliances or temporary financial aid, for people who have suffered injuries or incurred losses due to a major disaster or large-scale emergency that disrupts the normal functioning of a community. The objective of disaster relief is to help individuals sustain their lives during the immediate aftermath of the event. Disaster Recovery: provides longer -term assistance with the objective of facilitating the return of the community to its pre-disaster condition and/or rebuilding the community in a way that makes it less vulnerable in the future. Provides 24-hour emergency assistance to members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families. Through their worldwide communications network the Red Cross transmits emergency messages when a family member is seriously ill, the family is facing a financial crisis, a child is born, or other emergencies that may threaten the service person or their family. Also, Social Services are provided to families experiencing a hardship. Recruits and places volunteers interested in being a part of the Disaster Action Team and individuals who would like to offer their professional services to instruct Health and Safety classes. SITE AREA SERVED: Alger, Delta and Schoolcraft counties.
http://upredcross.org
Child and Family Services of the Upper Peninsula
1100Ludington Suite 301, Escanaba, MI 49829. (906) 233-1554
We provide individual, family and couple counseling for children, adolescents and adults. Wraparound services for families in danger of losing a child to abuse or neglect are also provided as well as foster care, adoption and other specialized services to families across the U.P. We are a non-profit, non-sectarian, non-discriminating agency which seeks to strengthen families by providing quality social service programs that empower individuals with skills to care for themselves and others.
http://www.cfsup.org
Children's Protective Services
Child Abuse Parent Help Line 1-800-942-4357; Child Fatality Review Team (517) 324-7330.
This program investigates allegations that a child under the age of 18 is suspected of being abused or neglected by a parent, legal guardian or adult who lives in the same home as the child, and assesses the safety and risk to the child and intervenes appropriately. The Michigan Department of Human Services (MDHS) has only investigative authority. Enforcement authority is with the police and courts. Anyone may make a complaint if abuse or neglect is suspected. The identity of the reporting person is confidential. Funding is both state and federal.
http://michigan.gov/dhs
Early On of Schoolcraft County
Early Childhood Center, 426 Chippewa Avenue, Manistique 49854. (906) 341-6423
Early On is a system to coordinate services for families concerned about their baby’s health or development. Early intervention is important and is available beginning at birth through age 2, with transition planning at age 3. Developmental screenings and assessments will take place at no charge through Early On and Child Find. A program of services at little or no cost will be developed to meet your child’s health or developmental needs. Don’t worry, but don’t wait.
http:/www.1800earlyon.org
Schoolcraft County - Department of Human Services (DHS)
Courthouse, Room 175A, 300 Walnut Street Manistique, MI 49854. (906)341-2114
The Department of Human Services (DHS) provides a variety of supports and assistance to those individuals and families who qualify for Cash Assistance (FIP), Food Assistance (FAP) and Medical Assistance (MA) Programs. Applications are available for completion Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. Other services include Adoption and related referrals, Adult Foster Care, Adult Protective Services, Children's Protective Services, Children's Foster Care, Home Help Services, Child Day Care services and Aide registration, Referrals for Child Day Care & Adult Foster Care Licensing, Child Foster Home Licensing, Juvenile Justice Services, Employment Support Services, Medical Transportation for MA-Eligible clients, State Emergency Relief (SER) and Volunteer Services.
Hiawatha Behavioral Health
125 North Lake Street, Manistique, MI 49854. 906-341-2144
HBH provides Community Mental Health services for adults and children with Developmental Disabilities and/or Mental Illnesses. We are evidenced-based equal opportunity providers and have CARF Accredidation.
www.hbhcmh.org
Menominee-Delta-Schoolcraft Community Action Agency and Human Resource Authority
507 First Avenue North, Escanaba, MI 49829, (906) 786-7080 or (800) 562-9131 Toll-Free Organization working to provide opportunities for people of all ages and means to improve their quality of life through advocacy, education, housing, nutrition, volunteerism and support services. (TANF) HEAT, UTILITY AND RENT ASSISTANCE: Provides emergency heat and utility or rental assistance to households facing unexpected difficulties and have received shut-off/eviction notices. This service is only offered one-time per year. OCCASIONAL EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE: Provides a food package of staples on a quarterly basis to all ages, ages 60 and over on a monthly basis. THE EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: Provides groceries on a limited basis to people who are unable to provide food for themselves or their families. USDA COMMODITY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM: Provides a monthly $45-$50 food package to low-income seniors and individuals in an effort to stretch limited funds for other household needs.
Menominee-Delta-Schoolcraft Community Action Agency Early Childhood Program
426 Chippewa Avenue, Manistique 49854. (906) 341-6423
Provides free comprehensive preschool services for children ages 3 - 5 years through Head Start and Great Start School Readiness Programs. Early Head Start offers weekly home-based services and bi-weekly socializations to children birth to three and pregnant moms; Selection for enrollment is prioritized on various factors. The Early Childhood Preschool Services include: language development, letters and numbers, health and nutrition, getting along with others, assistance with toilet training, safety, special needs services and support. Parents may enhance the quality of their family lives and environments by receiving support and information in a variety of areas including: parenting, education, literacy, job skills, access to medical and dental care, emergency needs, access to quality child care. To support parents and family members as their children's primary teachers, a number of opportunities are offered and may include: volunteering in the classroom, literacy programs, parent-teacher conferences and home visits, child development screenings.
Michigan State Police 8th District Headquarters
Manistique Post (906) 341-2101
State law enforcement agency whose function is to maintain exclusive jurisdiction over the freeways and limited jurisdiction over county roads and streets in unicorporated areas. Officers are responsible for patrolling the highways to enforce traffic laws, issue citations to violators, investigate accidents, provide emergency first aid, and perform other services that help to ensure that the highways are safe, convenient to use and accident-free.
MSU Extension of Delta County; Family and Consumer Science Programs
300 Walnut Street, Courthouse Room 218, Manistique, MI 49854 (906) 341-3688
Michigan State University Extension strives to help people better understand their environment, make the best possible use of their resources and enhance the quality of life for themselves, their families and their communities through education and decision-making skills. MSU Extension provides information and offers on-going educational programs in the three areas: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Children, Youth and Family, and Community and Economic Development. Some of the local program are: 4-H, youth development, food and nutrition, building strong families, natural resource management and conservation, and land use programs.
http://www.msue.msu.edu
Salvation Army -- Wisconsin and Upper Peninsula Divisional Headquarters
3001 Fifth Avenue South, Escanaba, MI 49829, (906) 786-0590
Christian charitable organization whose main purpose is to preach the gospel, disseminate Christian truth, supply basic human necessities, provide personal consoling and undertake the spiritual and moral regeneration of all persons in need. TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE: Offers gas vouchers or Greyhound bus tickets to individuals in an emergency need situation. SUMMER CAMP: Offers week lone camping opportunities and scholarships to individuals of all ages. CHRISTMAS ASSISTANCE: Provides food items for a holiday meal, gift wrapped toys and clothing for the children. EMERGENCY HOMELESS SHELTER: Provides up to 5 days of emergency shelter assistance. If the individual does not have a mean of income, they are referred to the shelter site in Iron Mountain or Green Bay. UTILITY BILL PAYMENT ASSISTANCE: Provides utility bill assistance to low-income individuals facing utility shut-off/disconnection. FOOD PANTRIES: Provides a 3-5 day supply of food to low-income families in an emergency assistance situation. GENERAL COUNSELING SERVICES: Provides individual and family trauma counseling and emotional support. HOUSE PAYMENT ASSISTANCE: Provides assistance to low-income families who have received an eviction/foreclosure notice and denial from FIA. THANKSGIVING ASSISTANCE: Provides assistance to low-income residents in the community for them to celebrate and enjoy the Thanksgiving season. This comes in either in the form of a food basket or a congregate meal.
UPCAP Services P.O. Box 606, Escanaba, MI 49829. 906-786-4701
UPCAP Services, Inc. was established in 1961 by the County Boards of Commissioners of the 15 counties if the U.P. Counties as a regional economic and human resource development and planning organization. UPCAP Services, Inc. is a local non-profit, charitable organization.
www.upcap.org
U.P. 2-1-1 Call Center
The U.P. 2-1-1 Call Center is the U.P.'s Community and Human Resource Connection. 2-1-1 is an easy to remeber telephone number that connects people with important community services and volunteer opportunities. 2-1-1 provides information and assistance for over 6,000 services in the U.P. such as: after-school programs, child care, Long-Term Care options, disability resources, employment resources, rent/utility assistance, senior services, housing, transportation, and many more! 2-1-1 is FREE, confidential and available 24 hours a day, 7days a week, 365 days a year.
www.upcap.org
State and National Resources
Early Childhood Investment Corporation
www.ecic4kids.org
Legal Services of Northern Michigan
806 Ludington Street Escanaba, MI 49829 (906) 786-2303 or (888) 787-2303 (toll free)
This law firm is a non-profit corporation that provides free legal assistance to low-income residents. Representation is limited to civil cases such as spousal assaults, divorce and family law problems, state benefit matters, social security claims and utility shut offs. Legal Services does not handle criminal cases.
http:/www.lsnm.org
Lutheran Social Services
290 Rublein Street, Suite A, Marquette, Michigan 49855. (906) 226-7410 or (800) 677-7410 Email: bfillmore@lsswis.org
Services are provided to individuals of all faiths, ethnic backgrounds and economic status. Programs and services offered include: adoption, behavioral health counseling, and homeless assistance for families, individuals, and youth.
Michigan’s Children
www.michiganschildren.org
Pre-K Now
www.preknow.org
Northpointe Behavioral Healthcare Systems
www.nbhs.org
State of Michigan
www.michigan.gov
The Commonwealth Fund
www.cmwf.org
U.P. Substance Abuse Coordinating Agency
www.wupsasca.org
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