MAIN OFFICE:

Address:
1574 E. Washington Rd.
P.O. Box 768
Farwell, MI 48622

Phone:
989-386-3805

e-Mail:
contactus@mmcaa.org

2005 Clare County "Fun Day At The Park"
Released: 23May2005

The early childhood programs of Mid Michigan Community Action Agency, and the Clare County Early Intervention Collaborative, invite you to join them for “FUN DAY IN THE PARK.” This special event will be held on Wednesday, June 17th from 11:00am to 2:00pm and will be held at Shamrock City Park in Clare. Children ages 0-6 years and their families are invited to attend and participate in parent/child activities, games, prizes, giveaways, inflatable bounce toys, face painting, snacks, agency sharing and program registrations. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
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2005 Walk For Warmth News
Released: 20Jan2005

GREETINGS - Walk for Warmth 2005 is underway! With another cold Michigan winter already approaching, and the increasing costs of natural gas and propane, we will need to assist more families than ever in 2005.
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View/Download Walk for Warmth brochure & pledge form

Federal & State Income Tax Preparation
Released: 04Nov2004

MMCAA County Outreach offices will be completing 2004 Federal and State income taxes along with the Home Heating Tax Credit (HHTC), Property Tax Credit and Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) for low income customers. For additional information and an appointment please call the county outreach office where you reside. Customers will also be given a list of documents that will need to be brought to the appointment.

Support Housing Program
Released: 04Nov2004

A new program is available for homeless individuals who are temporarily living in an emergency or domestic violence shelter, are residing in transitional housing program, are living in a place unfit for human habitation or are living on the street. An Outreach Specialist will conduct a Comprehensive Needs Assessment, provide a combination of supports for homeless households and identify links to mainstream services. Assistance will be provided in locating and securing safe, affordable housing; assist in obtaining first month’s rent, security deposit and other move-in expenses as necessary.

Youth Mentoring Program
Released: 04Nov2004

A new program for Head Start children has been initiated through a partnership with the Clare Pioneer High School. The 14-19 years old, that attend this alternative education program, will serve as mentors to Head Start children ages 0-5 years. The mentors will participate in training opportunities provided by the Clare-Gladwin Literacy Council to prepare them to provide age appropriate literacy activities to the young children. This is a unique opportunity to assist the teens in understanding and participating in meaningful community volunteerism while the younger children receive one-on-one reading activities from a caring mentor.