Homeless

Who: Individuals and families who are homeless

What: Help those who are homeless find stable housing

Where: Arenac, Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Mecosta, and Osceola Counties

How: Call or text 1-877-213-5955

​Additional service areas are available for Veterans and their families; click here for more information

Foreclosure & Property Taxes

Who: Those who own their home, but are behind on their mortgage payments or property taxes

What: Foreclosure intervention services including assistance working with lenders and education

Where: Michigan

How: Call the office nearest you
          Bay City: 989-894-9060
          Big Rapids: 231-660-0271
          Farwell: 989-386-3805
          Gladwin: 989-426-2801
          Midland: 989-832-7377
          Muskegon: 231-557-7622
​          Oceana: 231-923-3066
          Reed City: 231-791-7078

Eviction or Past Due Rent

Who: Renters who are behind on rent and impacted by COVID-19

What: Assistance with rent to ensure that individuals and families can stay in their homes

Where: Arenac, Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Mecosta, and Osceola Counties

How: Complete the CERA application online through MSHDA’s portal 
          Learn more and find the printable applications here
          Applications and supporting documents not submitted through the                  portal can be submitted via
                 Email to CERA@mmcaa.org
                 Fax to 989-386-3277
                 Mail to Mid Michigan Community Action, ATTN: CERA
                             PO Box 768
​                             Farwell, MI 48622
Contact CERA@mmcaa.org with any questions

​Additional service areas are available for Veterans and their families; click here for more information

Homebuyer
Education

A recently purchased home

Who: Individuals and families who are interested in buying a home

What: Online and in-person homebuyer education sessions and financial capability tools

Where: Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Mecosta, Midland, and Osceola Counties

How: Call 1-800-318-0882 or complete Homebuyer Education online with eHome America.

Weatherization

Who: Households struggling with high energy costs

What: Cost-effective energy solutions like insulation and weather stripping to reduce energy costs and improve safety in the home and the health of the residents

Where: Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Mecosta, Midland, and Osceola Counties

How: Call the office nearest you
          Bay City: 989-894-9060
          Big Rapids: 231-660-0271
          Farwell: 989-386-3805
          Gladwin: 989-426-2801
          Midland: 989-832-7377
          Reed City: 231-791-7078

Home Repairs

Man works on door

Who: Households in need of assistance with home repairs

What: Assistance with ramps, windows, doors, septic fields, roofs, and more

Where: Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Mecosta, Midland, and Osceola Counties

How: Call the office nearest you
          Bay City: 989-894-9060
          Big Rapids: 231-660-0271
          Farwell: 989-386-3805
          Gladwin: 989-426-2801
          Midland: 989-832-7377
          Reed City: 231-791-7078

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