SPECIALTY CARE 
MCT2D is committed to helping our participants support patients with type 2 diabetes and unmet social need.
We have partnered with FindHelp.org to offer a robust community resource search to help connect patients with the support they need. The FindHelp network includes 613,630 verified programs. Simply enter you zip code and a keyword or program name below to start searching for resources
Lack of access to food is a significant barrier to managing type 2 diabetes. We have compiled a list of both state and county assistance programs below to help connect patients to food in their area.
Statewide Food Assistance Resources
MI 2-1-1
Call 2-1-1 or visit www.mi211.org
Michigan 2-1-1 is an easy way to find help of all kinds, right in your community. Call, text, or search online to get connected to food assistance.
MI Food Assistance Program (SNAP)
Use the MI Bridges portal to apply for a range of benefits including food assistance through the SNAP program.
Find Your Local Food Bank
The Feeding America nationwide network of food banks and food programs helps millions of people find food and grocery help in their communities every year. Connect with your local food bank to learn about upcoming free food distributions and to apply for national food programs like SNAP and WIC.
Food Finder
Visit foodfinder.us
FoodFinder is a food pantry locator that shows you when and where to get free food assistance in your area. The map on our home page is a map of food pantries and school meal locations - every pin that appears is a food assistance program nearby.
MI Community Action Agencies (CAAs)
CAAs serve every county in MI through emergency assistance and programs. (Links to local agencies that offer food assistance programs are included in the “Additional Resources” column below).
Food Assistance Resources For Seniors (55 and older)
Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels is a meal delivery service for individuals with diminished mobility who are generally aged 60 and older, although age requirements can vary. Find a provider using the link above.
Senior Project FRESH/Market FRESH
Learn more here
This program provides residents who are aged 60 or older (and residents who are aged 55 or older who belong to a Michigan federally recognized tribe or urban tribal group) free nutrition education and $25 in coupons that can be exchanged for fresh fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods sold at local farmers’ markets and roadside stands.
County Specific Food Assistance Resources
County | Community Hub Referral | Local MDHHS Office Address (SNAP) | Additional Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
Gratiot | 201 Commerce Drive
Ithaca, MI 48847 | ||
Washtenaw | |||
Kalamazoo | 427 E. Alcott Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49001 | ||
Jackson | 301 E. Louis Glick Hwy.
Jackson, MI 49201 | ||
Ottawa/ Allegan | 12185 James St., Ste. 200
Holland, MI 49424 | ||
Ottawa/ Allegan | 3255 122nd Ste 300
Allegan, MI 49010 | ||
Manistee | 1672 US 31 South
Manistee, MI 49660 | ||
Isabella | 1919 Parkland Drive
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 | ||
Macomb | 44777 N. Gratiot Ave.
Ste. A
Clinton Township, MI 48036 | ||
Livingston | 2300 E. Grand River, Ste. 1Howell, MI 48843 | ||
Huron | 1911 Sand Beach Rd.
Bad Axe, MI 48413 | ||
Isabella | 1919 Parkland Drive
Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858 | ||
Wayne | 1801 E. Canfield
3040 W. Grand Blvd.
Detroit, MI 48207 |
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Support for The Michigan Collaborative for Type 2 Diabetes (MCT2D) is provided by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan as part of the BCBSM Value Partnerships program.
Although Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and MCT2D work collaboratively, the opinions, beliefs and viewpoints expressed by the author do not necessarily reflect the opinions, beliefs and viewpoints of BCBSM or any of its employees.