Community Support
These resources can help!Vaccine Information
Barry-Eaton Dist Health Dept — Schedule your Booster shot
Live Online Learning for Adults!
New from the Library of Michigan for older Michiganders. GetSetUp offers over 1,800 real-time virtual classes on their video platform that make it easy to learn new skills and connect with a trusted community. Give it a try today! Free Classes for Michiganders!
COVID Testing Information
FREE At-home COVID Antigen Tests are available at GLADL while supplies last — Pickup in our lobby or Curbside.
Organizations — Ready to Help
Grand Ledge Emergency Assistance Program – An all-volunteer organization that assists with utility bills, transportation, food, medical bills and housing needs for families within the GL School District. 517-626-0694
MI Bridges – apply for benefits, get help with healthcare coverage, food & cash assistance.
Tri-County Office on Aging – connecting seniors and those who care for seniors with a variety of services
Directories & Guides
Michigan 2-1-1 – Dial 2-1-1 or connect online. Michigan 2-1-1 is an easy way to connect with help of all kinds, right in your community. Need help with food, housing, or paying bills? Need support in a family crisis or community disaster? Any time. All the time. Just call, text, or search online and we’ll get you connected.
Eaton County Wellness Resource Directory — find programs and services to help improve your mental health
Mental Health Resources — Be KIND to your MIND — variety of online options and If you’re feeling emotional distress due to the COVID-19 pandemic, get free, confidential support from a Michigan Stay Well counselor. Dial 1-888-535-6136 and press “8” The Stay Well counseling line is available 24/7.
Veteran’s Small Business Guide — grants, loans, and training resources for veteran entrepreneurs compiled by digital.com
Veteran Financial Planning — information on pensions, civilian income, Social Security (or possible disability income), VA healthcare and tax-advantaged savings from annuity.com
Early Retirement Planning — Planning for early retirement includes envisioning your post-retirement lifestyle, assessing your finances, setting a budget and managing income streams effectively. Information from annuity.com
Broadband Internet Providers for Grand Ledge — listing of broadband and TV options for Grand Ledge with contact information
Laboratory testing — information and guides to help you understand your lab test results.
Benefit Programs & Resources — local, regional, state, and federal
Affordable Connectivity Program — is an FCC program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service. For more information, check out www.fcc.gov/ACP for a Consumer FAQ. The ACP provides:
- Up to $30/month discount for broadband service;
- Up to $75/month discount for households on qualifying Tribal lands; and
- A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet
Michigan.gov COVID-19 and Unemployment Benefits
Michigan.gov Federal CARES Act updates — Information about PUA and PEUC
IRS.gov — Economic Impact Payments information
Information for Michigan WiC Families
Ways to Volunteer — learn about days of service, helping the DNR, or be a mentor; Get Involved. Make a Difference
Household/Food Pantries
- Ken’s Coat Closet — most current information — Ken’s Coat Closet Facebook Page or email kenscoatcloset@gmail.com
- Food Pantry listing — Churches and Community Centers from foodpantries.org
- Grand Ledge Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Center … food pantry for families facing a temporary emergency within the Grand Ledge, Eagle, Mulliken, and Wacousta area. 517-627-4348
- Believers Christian Church Food Pantry … food pantry located in Eagle. 517-622-0719
- Free Little Food Pantries … help-yourself pantries at both 227 West Jefferson and 402 North Clinton in Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Housing
- Housing Services Mid Michigan Weekly Guides — Housing & Employment or call (517) 541-1180
- Assisted Living in Michigan — useful information for seniors about medicare, medicaid, and a variety of programs compiled by caring.com
Important Phone Numbers
- 211 — dial this simple number to get connected to resources
- COVID-19 Hotline — 1-888-535-6136 (7 days a week from 8am-5pm)
- Sparrow COVID-19 Hotline 1-877-205-1300 (not for emergencies — use 911)
- Tri-County Office on Aging — 1-800-405-9141
- Need help with your GLADL Library Account — 517-627-7014