The following agencies provides  RESOURCES for needs, such as housing, food,  etc. 
Click on button to go to agencies web site.

Please be aware that Allen Park Public Schools does not examine, determine, warrant or endorse the information on any of the sources in the referral list. Use of this referral is voluntary and will not result in any liability against Allen Park Public Schools ​

websites with MULTIPLE resources

resources for housing

resources for utilities

AT&T will offer free internet access to new customers for two months and low-income households can continue to subscribe for $10/month. All public WiFi hotspots are open to anyone. AT&T will not terminate service of any customer due to an inability to pay and all late payment fees will be waived. Click here to learn more.
 
Comcast and Charter Communications will offer free internet access to low-income families. Internet and cable will not be suspended. Click here for guidelines.

RESOURCES FOR CLOTHING

Guidance Center – Community Resource Centers Several Downriver Head Start sites (e.g., Taylor, River Rouge) host clothing closets offering free clothing for families, along with parenting supports and literacy events 

Downriver Foster Closet (Wyandotte)Offers free clothing, underwear, socks, shoes, and suitcases to foster children—and now to birth families too 

Emmanuel Lutheran Church Clothes Closet (Wayne County)Open Wednesdays 9–10:30 am; anyone can get a bag of clothes once per month—no referral needed

Crossroads of Michigan Clothing Closet (Detroit)By appointment only, provides emergency clothing plus food, transportation help, and prescription assistance 

Assistance League of SE MichiganRuns a nonprofit thrift store (“Resale Connection”) and offers clothing assistance through its programs in Wayne, Oakland & Macomb counties 

Volunteers of America Michigan (VOAMI) Thrift stores in Westland and surrounding areas. They pick up donated clothing & furniture for free, with proceeds funding local services 

Tips for Accessing Services: Call ahead to confirm eligibility, hours, and appointment needs.
  • Recycled clothing spots may have limited stock, so early visits are best.
  • Explore 2‑1‑1 United Way for additional referrals across Downriver and greater SE Michigan  LINK: mi211.org/
  • Julie’s List is also an excellent online hub that connects people to clothing, housing, and emergency resources in Southeast Michigan  julieslist.homestead.com/

resources for employment

 The State Unemployment Office will extend benefits to workers who are sick, quarantined or taking care of family members who are ill. First responders in the public health community who became ill or quarantined due to exposure are also eligible. Self-employed workers and independent contractors who don’t have access to unemployment insurance will now have access to benefits. Click here to fill out the application online or call 1-866-500-0017.
​How to apply for benefits:  https://newmibridges.michigan.gov/s/isd-landing-page?language=en_US

Factsheet for employees
https://www.michigan.gov/leo/0,5863,7-336-78421_97241_89980---,00.html
Please be aware that Allen Park Public Schools does not examine, determine, warrant or endorse the information on any of the sources in the referral list. Use of this referral is voluntary and will not result in any liability against Allen Park Public Schools ​