Glossary

Homeless Services
Section O

A drop-in center for homeless youth providing a safe and appropriate setting in which youth can congregate and utilize a spectrum of services from a basic meal to counseling. Available from The Refuge, (586) 465-1212.

Tenant-based rental assistance provides rent vouchers for homeless young adult aged 18 - 23 whose income is at or below 20% AMI. The young adult finds housing anywhere in Macomb within certain price ranges depending on household size. The young adult pays 30% of their monthly income directly to the Landlord and the program covers the rest. After a year, the young adult is reassessed to determine need and, if they qualify, may use the housing subsidy for an additional year. The program has a two year maximum. Available from Family Youth Interventions - Tenant-based Rental Assistance program, (586) 463-3717.

Supervised transitional living in apartments for homeless young adults (can be staying with friends) for up to 18 months and who are employed. Rent is 30% of their income. Case management and counseling provided. Available from Family Youth Interventions - Homeless Youth Program, (586) 463-3717.

Transitional living and support services (home, meals, material assistance, childbirth and infant care support and education, educational and vocational assistance, and referrals) for unwed pregnant women, 18 and older without severe emotional disorders, history of substance abuse and able to function independently. The women must apply to DHS and cooperate with Work First requirements. Available from Abigayle Ministries, (586) 323-1411.

Transitional living and support services (crisis care, job training, life skills, education, etc) are available at the Agape House, located in Oakland County, (248) 799-2446 or (2480 799-2419

Education Services (assistance with enrollment in school and transfer of school records; liaison between family and school personnel, assistance with school transportation, school supplies and backpacks; referrals to community services, summer school/day camp, tutoring assistance)  to help school-aged children remain in school despite homelessness is available from:

Reading proficiency services are available from the Macomb Literacy Partners* (586) 286-2750.

Referrals for shelter, emergency food, transportation, and basic needs for the homeless or those at risk of homelessness are available from Macomb County Community Services Agency - Community Action Centers*:

Overnight Accommodations, blanket, plus basic support and breakfast ("Warming Center") is available on a rotating basis at nine churches during the winter months.  The locations of each week's church are available by calling (586) 466-4413 during the day or (586) 321-0998, after hours.

TEMPORARY SHELTERS IN MACOMB COUNTY INCLUDE:

For women and children who are victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or are homeless: Turning Point*, (586) 463-6990.

For single men, women and families (30 days annually): Macomb’s Answer To Temporary Shelter* (MATTS)*, (586) 755-5191.

For single men, women and homeless families, MCREST (A rotating shelter which provides 30 days per year of overnight shelter at various church locations throughout the County.), Bed availability is available on a telephone menu 24/7:  (586) 415-5101, press 4 when you hear the recording.

For homeless adults, a warming center is available from November through March.  For more information call the Macomb County Warming Center, (586) 321-0988.

For runaway and homeless youth (ages 12-17), temporary shelter is available at Family Youth Interventions (FYI), (586) 465-1212.

Showers are available at Mount Clemens Citadel and Community Center (The Salvation Army), 55 Church Street, Mt. Clemens, 48043. (586) 469-671.

Bus tickets are available at Mount Clemens Citadel and Community Center (The Salvation Army), 55 Church Street, Mt. Clemens, 48043. (586) 469-6712.

Clothing is available at Mount Clemens Citadel and Community Center (The Salvation Army), 55 Church Street, Mt. Clemens, 48043. (586) 469-6712.

Coffee and snacks are available at Mount Clemens Citadel and Community Center (The Salvation Army), 55 Church Street, Mt. Clemens, 48043. (586) 469-6712.

Women with children - Transitional housing is available from Faith House, (586) 443-6906 or Amelia Agnes Home, (586) 323-7066.

Emergency food is available through various food pantries in Macomb County. Eligibility is determined by first calling the Macomb County Community Services Agency - Macomb Food Program, (586) 469-6004 (Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).

Soup kitchens are available from 12-1 p.m.- Monday - Friday at two Salvation Army* locations in Macomb County: 4820 E. Nine Mile Road in Warren (586) 754-7400 and Mt. Clemens (586) 469-6712.

Emergency services are available from:

Monthly rental subsidy for homeless person with severe or persistent mental illness, developmental disability or AIDS/HIV or over 54 and blind.  Available form Community Housing Network, Inc. (586) 783-8174.

Transitional housing for single men or women in jobs or jobs training while preparing for independent living is available from The Salvation Army* - Macomb Center Transitional Housing Program, (586) 954-1838 ext. 286.

Low cost health insurance for children (MIChild* - pronounced "My Child") who are U.S. citizens, live in Michigan, are below age 19, have no health insurance and are at or below 200% of the poverty level and who do not qualify for HealthyKids. If the child/ren qualify, the monthly premium is $5.00 per family. MIChild* covered services include: dental services, diagnostic services, emergency services, hearing services, immunizations, inpatient and outpatient hospital services, mental health services, prescriptions, primary care and specialty physician services, vision services and well-child visits. MIChild* applications* are available at local DHS* offices.

Free medical coverage is available for qualified, low-income Macomb County residents.  Services include doctor visits, lab and X-rays, prescriptions, and urgent care.  As a prerequisite, denial of Medicaid or AMP from DHS is needed (but you can receive Care Connect while your disability determination is pending).  The income limit is $800/$1070, but it is applied after deductions for expenses.  An online application is available at: http://www.macombhealthplan.org/MCC%20Application.pdf.  Macomb Care Connect (586) 954-1838.

Free to low cost medical services including treatment for acute illnesses (colds, ear infections, bronchitis, rashes, cuts); women’s health (gynecological physicals, family planning, sexually-transmitted-diseases*); treatment for chronic illnesses (high-blood pressure, diabetes); employment and school physicals; referrals to other services.  Service is available for persons and families of all ages, economically disadvantaged, persons with no medical insurance. Available from Neighbors Caring for Neighbors Clinics* Outreach Clinic.

Free immunizations for Macomb County homeless children and adults against the following diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, measles, mumps, poliomyelitis, rubella, hemophilus influenza or Hepatitis B. Available from:

Assistance for dental emergencies for homeless persons who have no insurance and may make co-pays for other dental programs.  “Homeless” includes shelters, transitional housing and those doubling up with others.  Available from Downriver Community Services*, (810) 794-4982 or (810) 734-4081.

Vision services for the homeless are available from New Haven Medical Center*, (586) 794-4982.

Thirty (30) day residential substance abuse treatment and detox for homeless men and women is available from The Salvation Army* - Harbor Light, (586) 954-1838.

Rehabilitated older homes for first-time low to moderate income buyers is available from Housing Opportunities of Macomb, Inc.*, (586) 772-4892.

Free advice and representation for homeless with legal problems such as Tenants’ Rights, Public Benefits, Family and Consumer Law. Available from Legal Aid and Defender Association in Wayne County.  Call toll-free number (877) 964-4700.