Family Support Resources

Activities for Kids

Are you looking for activities and things to do to support learning at home? Wide Open School is a free website that offers learning plans for families in every content area.
Click here to go on a virtual field trip.

Are you in need of emergency child care? We are quickly working to understand the childcare needs of Mason, Lake, and Oceana County's Essential Workers. Please fill out this survey as soon as possible.
Child Care Relief Fund is a grant program that helps child care providers cover costs during the COVID-19 state of emergency. Apply now by visiting www.michigan.gov/childcare.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

State of Michigan

The State of Michigan's website provides up-to-date information about the Coronavirus. It offers links to information on how to stay safe, informed, and how to access support resources in our state.
MDHHS Family Wellness Guide

District Health Department #10

Coronavirus Screening

Are you experiencing symptoms of coronavirus (fever, cough, difficulty breathing?). Contact your doctor or call Spectrum Health's COVID-19 hotline to schedule a free virtual screening.

Additional Coronavirus Resources

Click here to apply for food benefits through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services' MiBridges website.
2-1-1 provides an updated list of food programs available in our region. Click here to select the food service you are looking for. Then refine the search to your county (on the left hand side of the screen).

Click here for a link to Michigan Department of Health and Human Services page to apply for Health Coverage and Costs.
Click here for a helpful National Public Radio article/radio program discussing insurance options during coronavirus pandemic.

Spectrum/Charter: Call 1-866-866-4959 for free internet service for 2 months for students grades K-college.
Access from AT&T: A low-cost home internet package for qualifying families.

Northwest Michigan Health Services: Northwest Michigan Health Services has a COVID warmline that is free to the community. You can access a therapist by phone at 231-655-3867 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Follow-up video or telehealth visits are available for families or individuals as needed. Follow-up services would be billed to insurance. To learn more, visit: www.nmhsi.org.
Spectrum Health's Behavioral Health Support Line: To reach Spectrum Health's COVID-19 Behavioral Health Support Line, call 833-559-0659 and select Option 2. You will be connected to a behavioral health professional for support. This service is available from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. every day for those 18 and older.
West Michigan Community Mental Health (CMH): West Michigan CMH provides behavioral health services for adults, children, and families. To learn more, visit www.wmcmh.org. West Michigan CMH also provides a 24/7, 365-day emergency and crisis mental health services. A caring, trained clinician is available at all times by calling 800.992.2061. If you do not qualify for CMH services, they will help you find other local services available to you.
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress and prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. To reach the National Suicide Prevention Hotline, dial 1-800-273-8255.

Click here for a resource from the Center for Disease Control & Prevention on stress and coping during the COVID-19 pandemic.
U of M: Mental Health and Coping During a Pandemic
The popular Calm app published this webpage with dozens of free resources including calming music, mindfulness strategies, and a daily Facebook live stream meditation.
Shine, a mental health app, has partnered with Mental Health America to create this online resource for coping with stress and anxiety.

Click here to file for unemployment benefits in Michigan. You can apply online or over the phone.

Need help with food, housing, or paying bills? Michigan 2-1-1 is an easy way to connect with help of all kinds, right in your community. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via call, text, or online search.