MICHIGAN HAPPENIN'S - March 2010
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PRECIOUS INFORMATION ON TO THOSE OF NEED. OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE
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Program Description
The Family Independence Program (FIP) provides cash assistance to families with children and pregnant women to help them
pay for living expenses such as rent, heat, utilities, clothing, food and personal care items.
FIP applicants and recipients may be assigned to Work First for assistance in finding a job or to develop needed job skills. Work
First is designed to establish and maintain a connection to the labor market for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
recipients, Non-Custodial Parents (NCPs), and recipients of non-cash assistance such as Child Day Care, Medicaid and
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). To make this connection, participants are placed into employment and
occupationally relevant education and training programs.
Help with transportation, childcare and other needs related to employment and training may be provided.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Michigan, either pregnant or responsible for a
child under 19 years of age, a U.S. national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, have low or very low income, and be either
under-employed (working for very low wages), unemployed or about to become unemployed.
Only a Family Independence Specialist at FIA can accurately determine your family's eligibility for FIP. Ask for details when
turning in a completed application at your local FIA County Office.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Click here for the application form and an informational booklet on the application process:
http://www.michigan.gov/documents...
For additional information and forms you may need, please visit:
http://www.michigan.gov/dhs/0,1607,7-124-5453_5526_22957-69226--,00.html
Program Contact Information
The family independence agency must help all persons fill out the application, when requested. If you need help, please call or
visit your local FIA County Office:
http://www.michigan.gov/fia/1,1607,7-124-5461---,00.html
If you need an interpreter, you may use one of your choice or the agency will provide one. If you are refused help in filling out the
application, you may call
517-373-0707
For more information please visit this website and click on the links under "Family Independence Program":
http://www.michigan.gov/dhs/0,1607,7-124-5453_5526---,00.html
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
The Michigan Food Assistance Program supplements the food purchasing power of low-income individuals and families. The U.S.
Department of Agriculture funds 100% of this program. The state and Federal governments share administrative costs. The
Family Independence Agency (FIA) determines eligibility for food assistance.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan and fall into one of two groups: (1)
those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance
(savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a
person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household
income of less than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three
people live in the household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380, if five people live in the household; $35,904 if
six people live in the household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the
household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
To apply for Assistance, you may download an application from the FIA website
http://www.michigan.gov/fia/0,1607,7-124-5453_5526_22957---,00.html
The family independence agency must help all persons fill out the application, when requested. If you need help, please call or
visit your local FIA County Office
http://www.michigan.gov/fia/1,1607,7-124-5461---,00.html
If you need an interpreter, you may use one of your choice or the agency will provide one. If you are refused help in filling out the
application, you may call
517-373-0707
Only a Family Independence Specialist at FIA can accurately determine your family's eligibility for FAP. Ask for details when
turning in a completed application at your local FIA County Office
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
The School Breakfast Program provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious breakfast to students
each day. Schools receive Federal funds for each breakfast served, provided that the meal meets established nutrition
standards. The State of Michigan provides additional funds to schools for each meal served to children who qualify for free or
reduced-price meals. The goal of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is to protect the health and well-being of the
nation's children by providing nutritious school meals every day. NSLP provides funding that makes it possible for schools to
offer a nutritious school lunch. Schools receive Federal funds for each lunch served, provided that the meal meets established
nutrition standards. The Federal government and the State of Michigan provide additional funds to schools for each meal served
to children who qualify, because of family income, for free or reduced-price meals.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the
household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the
household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households,
add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here by
scrolling down to "School Locator":
http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-5233-32711--,00.html
Program Contact Information
For additional information about the programs, please visit the Michigan Nutrition office at:
http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-6530_6569_29919---,00.html
If you have further questions on these programs, please contact the Michigan Department of Education at:
781-338-3000
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
LIHEAP is Federal money given to each state to assist low-income families with energy costs. In Michigan, the LIHEAP block grant
is used for the following programs:
•Home Heating Credit
•State Emergency Relief (SER)
•Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan, you must need financial assistance
for home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $11,913 if one person lives in the
household; $16,027 if two people live in the household; $20,141 if three people live in the household; $24,255 if four people live in
the household; $28,369 if five people live in the household; $32,483 if six people live in the household; $36,597 if seven people live
in the household; $40,711 if eight people live in the household; and $44,825 if more than eight people live in the household. For
larger households, add $4,114 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, please contact the local DHS office in the county in which you reside:
http://www.michigan.gov/dhs/0,1607,7-124-5461---,00.html
Program Contact Information
For more information about this program, please visit:
http://www.michigan.gov/fia/0,1607,7-124-5453_5531-15420--,00.html
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
MIChild is a health care program administered by the Department of Community Health. It is for the low income uninsured
children of Michigan's working families. MIChild has a higher income limit than Healthy Kids. There is only an income test. Like
Healthy Kids, MIChild is for children who are under age 19. There is a $5 per family monthly premium for MIChild. The $5 monthly
premium is for all of the children in one family. The child must be enrolled in a MIChild health and dental plan in order to receive
services. Beneficiaries receive a comprehensive package of health care benefits including vision, dental, and mental health
services.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan, under 19 years of age, not covered by
health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual
household income before taxes of less than $29,140 if two people live in the household; $36,620 if three people live in the
household; $44,100 if four people live in the household; $51,580 if five people live in the household; $59,060 if six people live in the
household; $66,540 if seven people live in the household; $74,020 if eight people live in the household; and $81,500 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $7,480 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your
income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Apply online by visiting https://healthcare4mi.com/michild-web/ or download an application by visiting http://www.michigan.
gov/documents/MIChildApplication_11847_7.pdf.
Once completed, mail the application and any requested supporting documents to the address listed on the last page of the
application.
Applications are also available from most community human services agencies or by calling 1-888-988-6300.
Program Contact Information
For more information, visit:
http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/1,1607,7-132-2943_4845_4931---,00.html
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income
pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk. To
be fully eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional risk (i.
e., have certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan, pregnant, breastfeeding and
postpartum woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at
nutrition risk; and, (2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or
has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for WIC, call 1-800-26-BIRTH (1-800-262-4784).
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on Michigan WIC, please visit the Department of Community Health (DCH) at:
http://www.michigan.gov/wic
If you have questions about the WIC program call the Michigan DCH at:
517-373-3740
TDD users call:
517-373-3573
Or to learn more about the program e-mail:
michiganwic@michigan.gov
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
The Special Milk Program provides milk to children in schools, childcare institutions, and eligible camps that do not participate in
other Federal child nutrition meal service programs. Schools that participate in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast
Programs, can participate in the Special Milk Program for half-day kindergarten and pre-kindergarten children who do not have
access to a school meals program. The program reimburses schools and institutions for the milk they serve. In 2001, nearly
7,000 schools and residential childcare institutions participated, along with 1,300 summer camps and 562 non-residential
childcare institutions.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk
to low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan, your
household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live
in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people
live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight
people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it
participates in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program:
http://mdoe.state.mi.us/cnap/ProgramInformation.html
Program Contact Information
For more information visit:
http://www.michigan.gov/mde
If you have further questions on the Michigan Special Milk Program (SMP), please contact the School Nutrition Training and
Program of the Department of Education at:
(517) 373-3347
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers)
promote school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and
social services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in
administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment.
Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and
seasonal farm worker families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial
status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing
pregnancy, less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other
qualifications may apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For enrollment information, contact the program nearest you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
You can visit the Michigan Head Start Association at:
http://www.mhsa.ws
You may also contact the Michigan Head Start Association at:
(517) 374-6472
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Michigan's Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is a federally-funded, low-income residential energy conservation
program. The program provides free home energy conservation services to low-income Michigan homeowners and renters.
These services reduce energy use and lower utility bills, thus creating more self-sufficient households.
A trained inspector will assess eligible dwellings for energy conservation needs. A typical inspection will include Blower Door
testing for air leakage, Combustion Appliance testing for safety and efficiency, and a Health and Safety inspection. A
computerized audit is the basis for determining which measures are most cost effective for each individual dwelling.
According to national studies, households that receive weatherization services can expect heating costs to be reduced 20 to 25
percent. At today's fuel cost, that amounts to about a $300 savings. As fuel costs continue to rise, even greater savings will
result.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan, your household's annual income
before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if
three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household;
$44,295 if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live in the household; and $55,515 if eight people live in the
household. For larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, contact your local weatherization operator:
http://www.michigan.gov/dhs/0,1607,7-124-5452_7124_7211-58707--,00.html
Program Contact Information
For more information on the program please visit:
http://www.michigan.gov/heatingassistance/0,1607,7-215-33212-15408--,00.htm...
To ask about the Weatherization Assistance program, please call the Michigan Family Independence Agency at:
517-373-2035
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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memorable highlights. Explore lighthouses, antique markets, exotic gardens and more with our instant itineraries and road trips.
Late-Summer Festival Round-up
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last weeks of summer.
Wild Times
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Michigan's state parks have it all.
Zoo Trekking
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Fall for Great Festivals & Events
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Colors of Michigan
Stay current with weekly fall color updates, which include color reports, great fall getaway packages and events and a run down
on things to see and do in Michigan this fall.
Michigan Wines are Golden
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Michigan's sprawling wine trails.
Take Your Pick
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country stores across Michigan.
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is sure to keep temperatures rising at Michigan's newest casino.
We want to hear from you. Let us know about your travel interests to help improve this email program.
For additional Michigan travel information, visit our official State of Michigan travel Web site at michigan.org,
contact one of our travel counselors at: 888.78.GREAT, or visit any one of Michigan's Welcome Centers.
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REMEMBER NO MATTER WHAT TOWN, CITY, COUNTY OR STATE SEND US YOUR UPCOMING EVENT
INFORMATION TO BE APPLIED TO YOUR STATE'S PAGE!
BECOME ACTIVE IN YOUR COMMUNITY!
IF YOUR GROUP, ORGANIZATION, OR HOUSE OF WORSHIP HAS ANY ACTIVITIES UPCOMING SUCH AS:
MEALS FOR THE NEEDY, FOOD PANTRIES & BASKET GIVEAWAYS, CLOTHING CLOSETS, BAZAARS,
FLEA MARKETS, CAR WASHES, FREE CLASSES/SEMINARS, FILM FESTIVALS,
FIRST TIME HOME PURCHASER SEMINARS, STATE FAIRS....EVEYTHING!!!!
PLEASE CONTACT ME BY EMAIL: homelesstoindependence@yahoo.com
DISCLAIMER
JUST A SHORT NOTE TO STATE THAT THE PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLICATION IS TO PASS
PRECIOUS INFORMATION ON TO THOSE OF NEED. OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE
ARTICLES BY OTHER WRITERS. I MAY NOT NECESSARILY AGREE WITH THEIR VIEWPOINTS,
HOWEVER, I DO RESPECT THEM. THANK YOU
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Program Description
The Family Independence Program (FIP) provides cash assistance to families with children and pregnant women to help them
pay for living expenses such as rent, heat, utilities, clothing, food and personal care items.
FIP applicants and recipients may be assigned to Work First for assistance in finding a job or to develop needed job skills. Work
First is designed to establish and maintain a connection to the labor market for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
recipients, Non-Custodial Parents (NCPs), and recipients of non-cash assistance such as Child Day Care, Medicaid and
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). To make this connection, participants are placed into employment and
occupationally relevant education and training programs.
Help with transportation, childcare and other needs related to employment and training may be provided.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of Michigan, either pregnant or responsible for a
child under 19 years of age, a U.S. national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, have low or very low income, and be either
under-employed (working for very low wages), unemployed or about to become unemployed.
Only a Family Independence Specialist at FIA can accurately determine your family's eligibility for FIP. Ask for details when
turning in a completed application at your local FIA County Office.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Click here for the application form and an informational booklet on the application process:
http://www.michigan.gov/documents...
For additional information and forms you may need, please visit:
http://www.michigan.gov/dhs/0,1607,7-124-5453_5526_22957-69226--,00.html
Program Contact Information
The family independence agency must help all persons fill out the application, when requested. If you need help, please call or
visit your local FIA County Office:
http://www.michigan.gov/fia/1,1607,7-124-5461---,00.html
If you need an interpreter, you may use one of your choice or the agency will provide one. If you are refused help in filling out the
application, you may call
517-373-0707
For more information please visit this website and click on the links under "Family Independence Program":
http://www.michigan.gov/dhs/0,1607,7-124-5453_5526---,00.html
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
The Michigan Food Assistance Program supplements the food purchasing power of low-income individuals and families. The U.S.
Department of Agriculture funds 100% of this program. The state and Federal governments share administrative costs. The
Family Independence Agency (FIA) determines eligibility for food assistance.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan and fall into one of two groups: (1)
those with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance
(savings and checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a
person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household
income of less than $13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three
people live in the household; $26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380, if five people live in the household; $35,904 if
six people live in the household; $40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the
household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
To apply for Assistance, you may download an application from the FIA website
http://www.michigan.gov/fia/0,1607,7-124-5453_5526_22957---,00.html
The family independence agency must help all persons fill out the application, when requested. If you need help, please call or
visit your local FIA County Office
http://www.michigan.gov/fia/1,1607,7-124-5461---,00.html
If you need an interpreter, you may use one of your choice or the agency will provide one. If you are refused help in filling out the
application, you may call
517-373-0707
Only a Family Independence Specialist at FIA can accurately determine your family's eligibility for FAP. Ask for details when
turning in a completed application at your local FIA County Office
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
The School Breakfast Program provides funding that makes it possible for schools to offer a nutritious breakfast to students
each day. Schools receive Federal funds for each breakfast served, provided that the meal meets established nutrition
standards. The State of Michigan provides additional funds to schools for each meal served to children who qualify for free or
reduced-price meals. The goal of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) is to protect the health and well-being of the
nation's children by providing nutritious school meals every day. NSLP provides funding that makes it possible for schools to
offer a nutritious school lunch. Schools receive Federal funds for each lunch served, provided that the meal meets established
nutrition standards. The Federal government and the State of Michigan provide additional funds to schools for each meal served
to children who qualify, because of family income, for free or reduced-price meals.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the
household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the
household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households,
add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here by
scrolling down to "School Locator":
http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-5233-32711--,00.html
Program Contact Information
For additional information about the programs, please visit the Michigan Nutrition office at:
http://www.michigan.gov/mde/0,1607,7-140-6530_6569_29919---,00.html
If you have further questions on these programs, please contact the Michigan Department of Education at:
781-338-3000
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
LIHEAP is Federal money given to each state to assist low-income families with energy costs. In Michigan, the LIHEAP block grant
is used for the following programs:
•Home Heating Credit
•State Emergency Relief (SER)
•Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan, you must need financial assistance
for home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $11,913 if one person lives in the
household; $16,027 if two people live in the household; $20,141 if three people live in the household; $24,255 if four people live in
the household; $28,369 if five people live in the household; $32,483 if six people live in the household; $36,597 if seven people live
in the household; $40,711 if eight people live in the household; and $44,825 if more than eight people live in the household. For
larger households, add $4,114 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, please contact the local DHS office in the county in which you reside:
http://www.michigan.gov/dhs/0,1607,7-124-5461---,00.html
Program Contact Information
For more information about this program, please visit:
http://www.michigan.gov/fia/0,1607,7-124-5453_5531-15420--,00.html
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
MIChild is a health care program administered by the Department of Community Health. It is for the low income uninsured
children of Michigan's working families. MIChild has a higher income limit than Healthy Kids. There is only an income test. Like
Healthy Kids, MIChild is for children who are under age 19. There is a $5 per family monthly premium for MIChild. The $5 monthly
premium is for all of the children in one family. The child must be enrolled in a MIChild health and dental plan in order to receive
services. Beneficiaries receive a comprehensive package of health care benefits including vision, dental, and mental health
services.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan, under 19 years of age, not covered by
health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, and you must have an annual
household income before taxes of less than $29,140 if two people live in the household; $36,620 if three people live in the
household; $44,100 if four people live in the household; $51,580 if five people live in the household; $59,060 if six people live in the
household; $66,540 if seven people live in the household; $74,020 if eight people live in the household; and $81,500 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $7,480 for each additional person in the home. Depending on your
income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program information for details.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Apply online by visiting https://healthcare4mi.com/michild-web/ or download an application by visiting http://www.michigan.
gov/documents/MIChildApplication_11847_7.pdf.
Once completed, mail the application and any requested supporting documents to the address listed on the last page of the
application.
Applications are also available from most community human services agencies or by calling 1-888-988-6300.
Program Contact Information
For more information, visit:
http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/1,1607,7-132-2943_4845_4931---,00.html
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income
pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk. To
be fully eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional risk (i.
e., have certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan, pregnant, breastfeeding and
postpartum woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at
nutrition risk; and, (2) meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or
has family members who participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for WIC, call 1-800-26-BIRTH (1-800-262-4784).
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on Michigan WIC, please visit the Department of Community Health (DCH) at:
http://www.michigan.gov/wic
If you have questions about the WIC program call the Michigan DCH at:
517-373-3740
TDD users call:
517-373-3573
Or to learn more about the program e-mail:
michiganwic@michigan.gov
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
The Special Milk Program provides milk to children in schools, childcare institutions, and eligible camps that do not participate in
other Federal child nutrition meal service programs. Schools that participate in the National School Lunch or School Breakfast
Programs, can participate in the Special Milk Program for half-day kindergarten and pre-kindergarten children who do not have
access to a school meals program. The program reimburses schools and institutions for the milk they serve. In 2001, nearly
7,000 schools and residential childcare institutions participated, along with 1,300 summer camps and 562 non-residential
childcare institutions.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk
to low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan, your
household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live
in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people
live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight
people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it
participates in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program:
http://mdoe.state.mi.us/cnap/ProgramInformation.html
Program Contact Information
For more information visit:
http://www.michigan.gov/mde
If you have further questions on the Michigan Special Milk Program (SMP), please contact the School Nutrition Training and
Program of the Department of Education at:
(517) 373-3347
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Program Description
The Head Start program (for children ages 3-5) and Early Head Start program (for pregnant women, infants, and toddlers)
promote school readiness for children in low-income families by providing comprehensive educational, health, nutritional, and
social services. Parents play a large role in the programs, both as primary educators of their children and as participants in
administering the programs locally. Both programs provide pre-literacy and literacy experiences in a multi-cultural environment.
Parents are also provided social services, including assistance with childcare. Services are also available to migrant and
seasonal farm worker families.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than
eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial
status is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing
pregnancy, less than 19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other
qualifications may apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For enrollment information, contact the program nearest you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
You can visit the Michigan Head Start Association at:
http://www.mhsa.ws
You may also contact the Michigan Head Start Association at:
(517) 374-6472
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Michigan's Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is a federally-funded, low-income residential energy conservation
program. The program provides free home energy conservation services to low-income Michigan homeowners and renters.
These services reduce energy use and lower utility bills, thus creating more self-sufficient households.
A trained inspector will assess eligible dwellings for energy conservation needs. A typical inspection will include Blower Door
testing for air leakage, Combustion Appliance testing for safety and efficiency, and a Health and Safety inspection. A
computerized audit is the basis for determining which measures are most cost effective for each individual dwelling.
According to national studies, households that receive weatherization services can expect heating costs to be reduced 20 to 25
percent. At today's fuel cost, that amounts to about a $300 savings. As fuel costs continue to rise, even greater savings will
result.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan, your household's annual income
before taxes must not exceed $16,245 if one person lives in the household; $21,855 if two people live in the household; $27,465 if
three people live in the household; $33,075 if four people live in the household; $38,685 if five people live in the household;
$44,295 if six people live in the household; $49,905 if seven people live in the household; and $55,515 if eight people live in the
household. For larger households, add $5,610 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, contact your local weatherization operator:
http://www.michigan.gov/dhs/0,1607,7-124-5452_7124_7211-58707--,00.html
Program Contact Information
For more information on the program please visit:
http://www.michigan.gov/heatingassistance/0,1607,7-215-33212-15408--,00.htm...
To ask about the Weatherization Assistance program, please call the Michigan Family Independence Agency at:
517-373-2035
Managing Agency
Michigan
http://www.mich.gov/
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Hit the Road
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Colors of Michigan
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contact one of our travel counselors at: 888.78.GREAT, or visit any one of Michigan's Welcome Centers.
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