Community Resources

Local Community Resources

We’re here to support your family beyond the exam room. Explore our collection of trusted community resources for children and families—including local support services, parenting programs, educational tools, and more. Helping you find the care, guidance, and connections you need every step of the way.

  • School Resources
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    *Please reach out to our in house behavioral health specialist, Cari Mason, who can provide guidance on navigating the school system including educational resources and the legal protections your child has, including development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans. Phone 231-421-8099


    Transition into Adulthood

    Under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA), schools are responsible for some supports as students transition into adulthood. A student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP) should include transition planning. Many schools start around ages 12-16.


    Parent Mentor

    Michigan Alliance for Families - Nicole Miller

    nicole@michiganallianceforfamilies.org

    231-715-1503



  • Community Mental Health
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    Suicide Prevention Lifeline

    Suicide Prevention Lifeline call/text 988


    Community Mental Health

    *Can also stop by a CMH facility within business hours*

    Mental health services including counseling, autism evaluations, psychiatric services


    Accepts all Medicaid plans


    Northern Lakes Community Mental Health

    Counties include: Crawford, Grand Traverse, Leelanau,  Missaukee, Roscommon, and Wexford


    Phone Number to Access Services: (800)492-5742 or (231)922-4850

    24-Hour Crisis Line: (833)295-0616


    Centra Wellness Center

    Counties: Benzie, Manistee


    Phone Number to Access Services: (877)398-2013

    24-Hour Crisis Line: (877)398-2013


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  • Dental
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    Dental Clinics North

    Provides affordable dental services to patients within Northern Michigan. Accepts most insurances including: Medicaid, Healthy Kids, and MiChild

    https://www.dentalclinicsnorth.org/


    United We Smile

    Powered by University of Michigan and provides access to dental care in Northern MIchigan. 

    https://uwsmile.org/


    Aspen Dental Savings Plan

    https://aspendentalplan.com/



  • Food Assistance

    The Northwest Food Coalition

    *Updated Daily*

    You can find food pantries, baby pantries, and warm meals in a county near you. 

    https://northwestmifoodcoalition.org/food-pantries/


    Feeding America

    You can search by your zip code to find the nearest pantry.

    https://www.feedwm.org/findfood/

  • Shelter

    Safe Harbor

    Offers overnight shelter throught the year


    517 Wellington Street

    Traverse City, MI 49686


    Call the homeless response hotline at 844-900-0500


    Goodwill Inn

    Offers emergency shelter and works with families and individuals to build long term housing success


    2943 N Keystone Rd

    Traverse City, MI 49686


    Phone: 231-922-4890


    Habitat for Humanity

    Creates affordable home ownership for low to moderate income families and individuals. Applicants must be residents of, or have worked in Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, or Leelanau counties for at least a year. 


    Call Homeowners Services at: 231-941-4663x321

    https://www.habitatgtr.org


    Woman's Resource Center

    Mission to protect, shelter, and empower people impacted by domestic and sexual violence. Emergency shelter is available. 


    To access services call: 1-800-554-4972 or visit https://www.womensresourcecenter.org/



Reach Out if You Need Help

If you are in need of assistance or have questions, please feel free to give us a call and we can direct you towards resources.