Detroit Tenant Survival Resource Guide

Support for Single Mothers, Seniors, and Low-Income Residents

FOOD & BASIC NEEDS

Apply for Food Stamps (SNAP) & State Benefits MI Bridges (MDHHS)
Apply for EBT, cash assistance, healthcare, and child care help
https://www.michigan.gov/mibridges
Phone: 1-888-678-8914

Gleaners Community Food Bank
Free groceries & pantry access across Detroit
https://www.gcfb.org
Phone: (866) 453-2637

Forgotten Harvest
Mobile food pantries every week in Detroit
https://www.forgottenharvest.org
Phone: (248) 967-1500

UTILITY & WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE

DTE Energy Assistance
Programs for low-income residents struggling to pay gas or electric bills
https://www.dteenergy.com/us/en/business/billing-and-payments/energy-assistance/low-income-programs.html
Phone: (800) 477-4747

Wayne Metro Weatherization Program
Free insulation, furnace work, air sealing—lowers your bills!
https://www.waynemetro.org/weatherization
Phone: (313) 388-9799

FREE FURNITURE & ESSENTIAL GOODS

Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan
Free beds, couches, dressers for families in need
https://www.furniture-bank.org
Phone: (248) 332-1300

United Way of Southeastern Michigan – 2-1-1 Help Line
Help finding baby items, diapers, hygiene products, furniture, and more
https://www.unitedwaysem.org
Dial 2-1-1 or text your ZIP code to 898211

CHILDCARE & FAMILY SUPPORT

Great Start to Quality
Helps you find free or low-cost daycare, preschool, and Head Start
https://www.greatstarttoquality.org
Phone: (877) 614-7328

Early On Michigan (Ages 0–3)
Support for children with developmental delays or special needs
https://www.1800earlyon.org
Phone: (800) 327-5966

Childcare Subsidy Program (State of Michigan)
Helps pay for daycare while you work or go to school
https://www.michigan.gov/childcare
Phone: (866) 540-0008

EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT

Focus: HOPE
GED, job training, computer skills, daycare while you study
https://www.focushope.edu
1400 Oakman Blvd, Detroit, MI
Phone: (313) 494-5500

Detroit At Work
Free job placement, resume help, skills training
https://detroitatwork.com
Phone: (313) 962-9675

Detroit Public Library Literacy Services
Tutoring for adults and children
https://detroitpubliclibrary.org

EMERGENCY SUPPORT & DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

First Step
Shelter and legal help for domestic violence survivors
https://www.firststep-mi.org
24/7 Helpline: (888) 453-5900

Alternatives for Girls
Support for homeless or at-risk women and teens—shelter, health, parenting help
https://www.alternativesforgirls.org
Phone: (313) 361-4000

Lakeshore Legal Aid
Free legal help for custody, benefits, domestic violence, and more
https://www.lakeshorelegalaid.org
Phone: (888) 783-8190

TAXES & MONEY MANAGEMENT

Accounting Aid Society
Free tax filing and credit counseling for low-income families
https://accountingaidsociety.org
Phone: (313) 556-1920

HOW TO USE THIS PAGE

Call or visit the websites listed
Have documents ready like ID, proof of income, lease, etc.
Need help applying? Contact your property manager—we may help you connect directly