Resources
The organizations mentioned below offer shelter, psychological, immigration and legal counsel, jobs, and help with planning to leave abuse.
We are building a database of other active organisations who may be able to help. If you run such an organisation, please fill in the form at the bottom of this page to be listed here.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Personal Protection Orders Brochure
Women’s Law
WomensLaw.org provides information that is relevant to people of all genders, not just women. The Email Hotline will provide legal information to anyone who reaches out with legal questions or concerns regarding domestic violence, sexual violence, or any other topic covered on WomensLaw.org
Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence (MCEDSV)
MCEDSV is dedicated to the empowerment of all the Michigan state’s survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
Tahirih Justice Center
Tahirih provides legal services, counseling and access to shelters in Atlanta, San Francisco Bay Area, Greater DC area, Baltimore and Houston.
Access Commuity
ACCESS is the largest Arab American community nonprofit in the United States. With 11 locations and more than 120 programs serving metro Detroit, ACCESS offers social, economic and legal help to anyone in need.
RE:NEW
RE:NEW employs refugee women in the Chicagoland area and also provides a platform that sells their handmade crafts.
HAVEN
HAVEN provides shelter, counseling, advocacy and educational programs to nearly 20,000 people each year in Oakland County in the Detroit area.
Domestic Violence Hotline
This is a 24*7 hotline that you can call for help and advice.
End Violent Encounters
End Violent Encounters (EVE) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides supportive services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence, stalking, and elder abuse. All services are free and confidential.
MSU Safe Place
MSU Safe Place is a program that addresses relationship violence and stalking. We are located on the campus of Michigan State University and serve students, faculty, staff, their spouses/partners and non-affiliated members in the Greater Lansing Area.
Equality Labs
Equality labs is a Dalit civil rights organization dedicated to ending caste apartheid, gender-based violence, islamophobia, white supremacy and religious intolerance.
CHILDCARE
CHILDCARE GRANT - LCC
Funding is available and child care is provided by a licensed caregiver. Applicants must meet eligibility criteria.
Contact: (517) 483-1199
GIRIJA’S DAYCARE
Contact: (517) 347-3229
Girija Iyer
2346 Graystone Drive
Okemos, MI 48864
SUZY'S DAYCARE
Contact: (517) 515-0029
Anjum Irfan Sheikh
2657 Roseland Avenue
East Lansing, MI 48823
EDUCATION AND LITERACY SERVICES
EVERYBODY READS
This community bookstore exists to empower underrepresented individuals in the tri-county area.
Contact: (517) 346-9900
EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES
LCC WOMEN'S RESOURCE CENTER
Funding for Displaced Homemakers, Single Parents and for women seeking careers in non-traditional occupations.
Contact: (517) 483-1199
MICHIGAN WORKS!
Michigan Works! offers free job seeking services. Computers and internet are available to use.
Contact: (517) 492-5500
PECKHAM
Peckham, Inc., a nonprofit vocational rehabilitation organization, provides job training opportunities for persons with significant disabilities and other barriers to employment.
Contact: (517) 316-4000
3510 Capital City Blvd
Lansing, MI 48906-2102
FOOD ASSISTANCE
WOMEN, INFANTS AND CHILDREN (WIC)
WIC (Women, Infants and Children) supplies education, food, nutrition, and referrals. There is also a program for women who are pregnant or are post-partum.
Contact: (517) 887-4531
GENERAL WOMEN'S SERVICES
WOMEN'S CENTER OF GREATER LANSING
The Women’s Center is dedicated to helping women realize their potential, support each other, achieve economic self-sufficiency, and develop emotional and physical wellbeing, regardless of income level.
(http://www.dev.womenscenterofgreaterlansing.org/about/contact.html)
Contact: (517) 372-9163
1710-1712 E. Michigan Avenue
Lansing, MI 48912
Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Evening and Saturday appointments are available by apt.
INSTITUTE FOR WOMEN’S POLICY RESEARCH
The Institute for Women’s Policy Research (IWPR) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization that engages in research and dissemination to shape public policy and improve the lives and opportunities of women from diverse backgrounds.
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN (AAUW)
AAUW fights to remove the barriers and biases that stand in the way of gender equity. AAUW trains women to negotiate for pay and benefits and to pursue leadership roles. And we advocate for federal, state and local laws and policies to ensure equity and end discrimination.
HEALTHCARE
BARRY - EATON HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Free mammograms, breast exams, and pap smears are available for eligible women aged 40-64. A limited health plan is also available.
Contact: Barry County: (269) 945-9516
Eaton County: (517) 541-2630
INGHAM COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
Ingham Health Plan—health insurance for low income residents of Ingham County
Contact: (517) 887-4320
PLANNED PARENTHOOD AFFILIATES OF MICHIGAN
Planned Parenthood provides pregnancy testing, birth control information, exams, counseling and more on a sliding fee scale.
Contact: (517) 351-0550 (Lansing-Frandor)
SEXUAL ASSAULT NURSE EXAMINER (SANE)
SANE examiners are available 24 hours a day at Sparrow Hospital. They provide care, examination, and referrals for victims of sexual assault.
Contact: (517) 364-3641
VISITING NURSE SERVICES OF MICHIGAN
Hospice services are provided for those with a terminal illness.
Contact: (517) 346-4650
WOMEN'S HEALTH SERVICES OF INGHAM COUNTY
Confidential health services are provided, including reproductive health services, birth control, pregnancy care and health maintenance.
Contact: (517) 887-4320
CANCER HELP
The American Cancer Society provides advice on health insurance issues for cancer patients.
Contact: 800-227-2345
BREAST AND CERVICAL CANCER CONTROL PROGRAM
The Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) provides free pap smears for women ages 18 - 64 and mammograms for women ages 40 - 64. Hospitals in the area agree to provide cancer treatment for any woman whose tumor is detected. For closest location offering these services, use the following phone number:
Contact: 800-922-6266
MATERNITY CARE
HANNAH'S HOUSE: A CHRISTIAN MATERNITY HOME
Hannah’s House provides transitional housing for women who are pregnant.
Contact: (517) 482-5856
SHELTER
HARVEST HOUSE
Harvest house is a shelter for homeless women and children.
Contact: (517) 487-3090
YOUTH AND TEEN SERVICES
GATEWAY COMMUNITY SERVICES
Gateway Community Services provides housing for runaway and homeless youth.
Contact: (517) 351-4000
WILLOW PLAZA TEEN CENTER
Contact: (517) 702-3500
COMMON GROUND SHELTER FOR RUNAWAY YOUTH
Common Ground Shelter is a 24-hour a day safe shelter for runaway and homeless youth, ages 10 to 17. Services include: shelter, intensive counseling, prevention and family advocacy.
Contact: 248-547-2260
751 Hendrie Boulevard
Royal Oak, MI 48067
LGBTQ+
Human Rights Campaign
By inspiring and engaging individuals and communities, the Human Rights Campaign strives to end discrimination against LGBTQ+ people and realize a world that achieves fundamental fairness and equality for all. HRC envisions a world where lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people plus community members who use different language to describe identity are ensured equality and embraced as full members of society at home, at work and in every community.
OTHER
BEAUTY SERVICES BY FARAH SHAHID
Cosmetologist / Skin Therapist, Massage Bliss
Contact: Farah’s cell (989) 493-9643
1859 W Grand River Ave
Okemos, MI 48864
MICHIGAN'S WOMEN'S HISTORICAL CENTER AND HALL OF FAME
This hall has exhibits which portray the achievements and history of Michigan women, and an art gallery.
Contact: (517) 484-1880
SELF DEFENSE FOR WOMEN
Self Defense For Women teaches self defense, ask for Sally Belloli.
Contact: (517) 355-5250
SAALT (SOUTH ASIAN AMERICANS LEADING TOGETHER)
SAALT connects with elected officials, media, and government agencies to highlight issues that affect South Asians. It serves as a resource and hub for information about the South Asian Community.
Contact: 301-270-1855
Email: info@saalt.org
CHARITY CARE
Nonprofit hospitals provide free or so-called charity care in return for the tax breaks they receive. If you are seeking care, ask about a hospital's program. For further help, call 211, the Health and Social Services hotline for United Way.
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