Community Resources

Arc
Education, advocacy and support services for people with developmental disabilities. http://www.arcmi.org/ and http://community.mlive.com/cc/arc-muskegon

CMH: Quality Improvement through Consumer Involvement

People who use mental health services meet to improve the quality of services available in the community.

Ottawa County Consumer Advisory Committee

Meets 2nd Monday of the month

1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

12265 James St., Holland

Call Consumer Services (616) 494-5545 for information

Center for Independent Living (CIL)
Advocacy, education, and referrals for individuals with disabilities.

Consumer Support

Holland Cornerstone Drop-In Center
704 Michigan Ave. Holland, MI
(616) 355-2207

Recovery Cooperative of Muskegon
1871 Peck St.
Muskegon MI 49441
(231) 722-3741
Drop-in Center :Mon—Fri 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Sat 12—4:00 PM

DBSA (Depression / Bipolar Support Alliance)

a support group for individuals suffering from Bipolar and/or Depression.
Recovery Cooperative 1871 Peck Street  -

If you have any questions contact Monica Evans at 231-722-3741

WRAP - Wellness and Recovery Action Planning

Groups meet in Muskegon and Ottawa counties. Call Customer Service for the current schedule.

Community Resources

Department of Human Services (DHS)

Medicaid, food stamps, placement, protective services, and home help services for people who meet eligibility criteria.

DHS Muskegon                                      DHS Holland

2500 Baker St., Muskegon Hts.           12185 James St., Ste. 200, Holland

(231) 733-3700                                            (616) 394-7200

To report suspected abuse/neglect:               To report suspected abuse/neglect:

(231) 733-8281                                             1-800-762-8273

                 
Great Lakes Business and Disability Technical Center
Information about the Americans with Disabilities Act and its application. http://www.adagreatlakes.org/ or call 1-800-949-4232.

Holland Cornerstone Drop-In Center
A consumer-run place where people with mental illness can go to give and receive information, learn, share, find a friend, and be a friend.
704 Michigan Ave., Holland
(616) 355-2207

Job Accommodation Network (JAN)
Providing information to people with disabilities about Title I of the ADA and a range of workplace accommodations.

http://www.jan.wvu.edu/english/homeus.htm
1-800-526-7234

Lemonade Stand of Muskegon
A consumer-run organization to promote quality of life in Muskegon County.
1192 Jefferson St., Muskegon
(231) 727-0670

Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Growth/
Michigan Rehabilitation Services (MRS)
Provides vocational training and employment support services for persons with disabilities. Will assist with such things as hearing aids and transportation if job related.
http://www.michigan.gov/mdcd
1635 E.316 Morris Ave., Muskegon                         121 Clover Ave., Holland
(231) 733-9151                                                      (616) 395-8495

Michigan Disability Rights Coalition (MDRC)
Consumer education, advocacy and empowerment services.
http://www.copower.org/
1-800-760-4600

Michigan Protection and Advocacy Services (MPAS)
Provides information about disability rights and grievance procedures for persons with disabilities.
http://www.mpas.org
1-800-288-5923

Muskegon & Ottawa County Health Departments
Provides a wide range of services including immunizations, WIC, Children’s Special Health Care Services, AIDS treatment and services, health education, and more.

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI)
Consumers of mental health services and their families and/or loved ones meet to provide support and share experiences and knowledge.
http://www.nami.org/

People First
A grass roots organization run by and for persons with developmental disabilities to share, support, and plan community events.

Schizophrenics Anonymous
. Provides education and advocacy. Meets every Tuesday, 1:00 p.m.                          

  CMH, 1111 Fulton, Grand Haven
  Meets every Monday, 2:15 p.m.
  12265 James St.

  (616) 494-5545

 
Social Security Administration
SSI and SSDI benefits for individuals with disabilities.

Society of Autistic Children
For persons with autism and their families.

Mediation and Restorative Services (formerly westshore dispute Resolution)
Assists with mediation and dispute resolution between individuals, agencies, and organizations to resolve problems or complaints.

Wellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP)
an exciting new recovery tool. Simple, yet powerful, this process teaches you how to take control of your life and move beyond the consequences of mental illness and the effects of stigma - - toward wellness and recovery.  for information call April Elliott 724-4467 in Muskegon and Berna Welling (616) 494-5573 in Ottawa

 West Michigan Veterans Service Center
Provides health and support services for United States veterans.
165 E. Apple Ave., Bldg. F, Muskegon
(231) 722-3499

Women’s Services
Provides crisis intervention services to women and children, including emergency and runaway shelters, counseling, etc.