Take Control of Your Energy Bills This Winter

​Mid Michigan Community Action Agency Offers Weatherization Services to Help Residents Stay Safe and Independent

As heating costs rise and temperatures drop, Mid Michigan Community Action Agency (Mid Michigan CAA) is reminding residents that help is available—and it’s free.

October is Weatherization Month, a time to highlight the federal Weatherization Assistance Program that makes homes safer, more efficient, and more affordable for eligible households.

Weatherization services are no-cost to participants and help individuals and families take control of their home energy use, reducing their monthly bills and protecting against unexpected breakdowns and hazards.

​“When a home is properly weatherized, it’s more than just comfortable, it’s secure,” said Johnny Mills, Weatherization Director at Mid Michigan CAA. “People want to be able to stay in their homes, manage their own expenses, and not worry about their furnace going out or high energy bills.”

Weatherization Can Include:

• Sealing air leaks and insulating attics, walls, and crawl spaces
• Replacing inefficient or unsafe heating equipment
• Installing ventilation for better air quality
• Upgrading appliances for long-term energy savings
• Addressing safety hazards like wiring, moisture, and carbon monoxide

Margret, a recent Weatherization participant, said, “You have helped me stay in my home. I was contemplating having to move to a retirement home. I am 72 and I have mobility issues and am vulnerable to disease—this is a game changer. No more leaks causing mold or bacteria, no more electric heaters just to stay warm. You folks have renewed my life.”

How to Apply
Mid Michigan Community Action offers Weatherization in Bay, Clare, Gladwin, Lake, Mason, Mecosta, Midland, Muskegon, Newaygo, Oceana, and Osceola Counties. Services may include insulation, air sealing, furnace upgrades, and more.

Call or text the office nearest you to learn more:

• Bay City: 989-894-9060
• Big Rapids: 231-660-0271
• Farwell: 989-386-3805
• Gladwin: 989-426-2801
• Hart: 231-923-3066
• Midland: 989-832-7377
• Muskegon: 231-557-7622
• Reed City: 231-791-7078
• Email us at [email protected]. Learn more at www.mmcaa.org/weatherization.

Explore What Weatherization Can Do: Join Us on Weatherization Day
Mid Michigan CAA will host four Harvest House events on October 30 from 3–6 PM to celebrate Weatherization Day. The public can watch demonstrations, talk with experts, and learn more about how the program works. Attendees will receive energy-saving tips, refreshments, and free Weatherization-themed goodie bags. Staff will also be available to help visitors understand what’s required to apply.

Locations:

• Mid Michigan Community Action, 1574 E. Washington Rd, Farwell
• Muskegon County Community Action Center, 878 Jefferson Street, Suite 2, Muskegon
• Mecosta County Community Action Center, 706 Maple Street, Big Rapids
• Bay County Community Action Center, 114 South Washington Avenue, Bay City

Mid Michigan Community Action guides local residents on the path to self-sufficiency through empowerment, education and community enrichment.