Kalamazoo

Local offices in Kalamazoo

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• State office

  Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency Kalamazoo Local Office

  1601 S Burdick Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

  Help here

  • Unemployment insurance helpVisit for in-person help with unemployment insurance questions and claims.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov

• Housing help · City office

  Community Planning and Economic Development

  241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

  Help here

  • Housing and neighborhood programsFind city housing programs, including lead hazard help and information about housing grants.
  Call 269-337-8000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kalamazoocity.org

• Utilities · City office

  Kalamazoo Public Services

  241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

  Help here

  • Water and sewer billsGet help with water and sewer bills, payment extensions, and utility assistance options.Apply online
  Call 269-337-8000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kalamazoocity.org

• Local office · City office

  City of Kalamazoo 311 Customer Service

  241 W South Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

  Help here

  • City service helpCall 311 for help with city services or to report a city issue.
  Call 269-337-8000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kalamazoocity.org

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  Michigan Works! Southwest Kalamazoo Service Center

  1601 S Burdick Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

  Help here

  • Job search and career supportGet help with job searches, career planning, and job training.
  Call 269-383-2536DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michiganworkssouthwest.org

• State office

  Michigan Secretary of State Kalamazoo Office

  3298 Stadium Drive, Kalamazoo, MI

  Help here

  • Driver licenses and state identificationApply for or renew a Michigan driver license or state identification card in person.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 888-767-6424DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on michigan.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Kalamazoo Public Library

  315 S Rose Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

  Help here

  • Library servicesUse library collections, computers, learning resources, and public programs.
  Call 269-553-7800DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kpl.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  Kzoo Parks

  Help here

  • Parks and recreation programsFind city parks, recreation programs, and activities for children and adults.
  Call 269-337-8191Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kzooparks.org

City of Kalamazoo website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Kalamazoo

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Kalamazoo County

Kalamazoo is in Kalamazoo County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Child support · County office

  Kalamazoo County Friend of the Court

  1536 Gull Road, Kalamazoo, MI 49048

  Help here

  • Child supportThe Friend of the Court helps with child support matters and enforcement.
  • In-person child support paymentsResidents can make child support payments in person at the county courthouse.Read more
  Call 877-543-2660DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kalcounty.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  Gryphon Place 2-1-1

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 2-1-1 to get free referrals to local food, housing, health, and other community help.
  Call 800-563-5432Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on mi211.org

• Housing help · County office

  Kalamazoo County Housing Department

  201 W. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49007

  Help here

  • Housing resourcesThe department connects residents with county housing resources and support programs.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kalcounty.gov

• Public health · County office

  Kalamazoo County Health & Community Services

  311 E. Alcott St., Kalamazoo, MI 49001

  Help here

  • Public health servicesThe department provides local health services and works to prevent disease and protect residents.
  • WICWIC offers eligible families nutrition help, food benefits, breastfeeding support, and referrals.Read more
  Call 269-373-5200DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kalcounty.gov

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Integrated Services of Kalamazoo

  440 W. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49007

  Help here

  • Behavioral health and crisis supportThe center offers mental health and substance use services, including 24-hour urgent support.
  Call 269-373-6000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on iskzoo.org

• Courts and legal help · Regional office

  Raymond W. Fox Law Library at Kalamazoo Public Library

  315 S. Rose St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007

  Help here

  • Legal information and self-help resourcesLibrary staff help visitors find legal information, forms, and referrals but do not give legal advice.
  • Legal clinicsThe library offers scheduled legal clinics for eligible visitors with volunteer attorneys.
  Call 269-553-7920DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on kpl.gov

Everything in Kalamazoo County

Michigan programs by kind of help

These are run by Michigan and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026