Need someone to talk to?
We're here for you.
Call us at 800-782-4160.
If you have a disability and need Covid-19 related medical advocacy or other support you can call the Health Care Hotline at
1-800-626-4959.
Senior Meals
Federal Dollars have been made available to provide meals delivered to Michigan residents aged 60 years and older.
Click here to contact your local Area Agency on Aging for more information.
You Are Not Alone
During this time of uncertainly, many are feeling isolated or alone. DNMM Staff are regularly checking in with consumers. But if you or someone you know is having trouble coping with the Stay Home order, there are Crisis Hotlines in every county in Michigan. Click here to find the Crisis Hotline for your county.
Homework Hotline
For Blind Students
The National Homework Hotline for Blind/Visually Impaired Students is a free service for K-12 and college students experiencing school closures due to COVID-19.
732-835-6672
Peer-Run WARMLINE
For Persons With Mental Health Needs Affected by COVID-19
1-888-733-7753
Open Every Day 10am - 2am
The warmline is intended to serve individuals with persistent mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, and trauma. The warmline will connect you with peer-support specialists who have lived similar experiences.
Food Drives
Our friends at the Food Bank of Eastern Michigan,
and other organizations, are hosting food drives at various locations throughout our twelve-county service area.
If you need assistance with food,
please click here to visit our Facebook page.
We post updates on upcoming food drives every Sunday.
Community Resource Links
REGIONAL RESOURCES
Northeast Michigan Community Service Agency
MSU Extension Remote Learning and Resources
211 Northeast Michigan Covid-19 Assistance Programs
Statewide List of Various Resources Compiled By Bridge MI
FREE MEALS
Map of Free Meals for MI students amid school closures
VETERANS
Covid-19 Resources for MI Veterans
COUNTY RESOURCE PAGES
Bay County Resources and Guidance
Saginaw Chamber of Commerce Coronavirus Community Resources
Midland County Covid-19 Resources
Disability Network Is Here For You!
Call us today for assistance with:
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Disability Rights & Resources - Know your rights, the law, find support groups, access community resources, and learn facts about disabilities.
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Basic Needs - I&R specialists will help you access community resources for anything from utility shut off notices, food pantries, or resources for housing assistance.
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SSI/SSDI - Anyone needing to apply for these programs can contact us for help with applications. No matter if you are just starting the process or are seeking assistance on the best direction on filing an appeal, we will work with you along the way.
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Medicare/Medicaid - A certified MMAP (Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program) counselor is located at DNMM to help with any Medicare Part D, low income subsidy or Medicaid needs.
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DHHS Applications - Home help services, food stamps, cash assistance, and more. We will help you determine what you want to apply for and offer assistance in applying if you need it.
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Housing - Whether you're looking for housing or looking for help staying in your housing, we can help with resources for affordable and accessible housing, ramps, housing vouchers and payment assistance.
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Peer Support and Mentoring - Sometimes someone with a disability wants to talk to someone else with a disability about obstacles in their life or in their community. We have a network of individuals dedicated to helping people overcome barriers. We also offer peer groups that meet monthly for a variety of activities in Bay, Midland and Saginaw Counties. During this "Stay Home" period, the peer groups will be meeting "virtually."
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Assistive Technology - We can help you find the assistive technology you need and the resources to pay for the AT. We also have several low tech AT items and offer AT Demos on an individual basis to help you decide what you may need before buying an item for your home.