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
*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
ButtonSuicide 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
Dental
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.
Aspen Dental Savings Plan
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.
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
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.