Community Resources

The Library strives to serve as a connector between our Kalkaska community and the resources they need to thrive.
When you walk through our doors, you’ll find more than just books. Think of us as the community’s living room:
comfortable, welcoming, and safe. This is a place you can belong, and a place to get support when you need it.

To browse our directory of community resources, select a topic heading from the menu below.
For more information about a specific resource, click the organization’s name to visit their website.

Low-Income Self Sufficiency Plan by DTE
Income-based payment plan for home heating and other utilities.
1-800-317-9073

The Heat and Warmth Fund
Assistance making heat, electric, or water payments.
1-800-866-8429

Traverse City Salvation Army
Home heating assistance and emergency disaster relief.
1239 Barlow St, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-946-4644

True Stream Phone and Internet Access
Assistance getting rural phone and internet access.
Online only.

Youth

Antrim County Baby Pantry
Food, clothing, diapers, and other baby supplies.
209 Jefferson St, Mancelona, MI, 49659
231-492-7426

Bethany Christian Services
Family counseling and adoption support.
1055 Carriage Hill Dr., Traverse City, MI 49686
231-995-0870

Child and Family Services of Northwest Michigan
Counseling, adoption and foster care support, and teen shelter.
3785 Veterans Dr., Traverse City, MI 49684
231-946-8975

Great Start Kids Collective
Early childhood resource directory, education, and play groups.
1101 Red Dr, Traverse City, MI, 49684
231-922-6437

Youth Health Corner
Mental health and primary care services for ages 5-21.
418 2nd St, Kalkaska, MI, 49646
231-258-7791

Seniors

Kalkaska County Commission on Aging
Senior services and support.
303 S. Coral St, Kalkaska, MI, 49646
231-258-5030

PACE North
All-inclusive healthcare for the elderly.
2325 Garfield Rd North, Traverse City, MI, 49686
833-410-2086

Senior Life Solutions
Outpatient mental health services for seniors.
419 S. Coral St, Kalkaska, MI,49646
231-258-7755

Citizenship

Learning Express Citizenship Center
Prepare and practice for your US citizenship test.
Online only.

Michigan Voter Information Center
Voter registration, sample ballots, and local election information.
Online only.

Health

Breast & Cervical Cancer Control Navigation Program
Free cancer screening and care for low-income woman.
844-446-8727

District Health Department 10, Kalkaska County
Family health services, referrals, and WIC.
625 Courthouse Drive Kalkaska, MI 49646
231-258-8669

Generations Ahead
Free pregnancy and parenting assistance for teens.
39623 Mile Rd N, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-883-0117

Michael’s Place
Grief counseling and bereavement services.
1212 Veterans Dr, Suite 100, Traverse City, MI, 49646
231-947-6453

North Country Community Mental Health
Mental health crisis and counseling services.
515 S. Birch St, Kalkaska, MI, 49646
231-714-7332

Thrive Medical Clinic
Free ultrasounds and pregnancy support services.
121 S. Garfield Ave, Suite C, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-929-3488

Safety

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
24/7 mental health and suicide prevention help.
Call, text, and instant chat options available.
988

Women’s Resource Center
Domestic and sexual violence resources.
720 S. Elmwood Ave #2, Traverse City, MI, 49684
231-941-1210

Addiction

Face Addiction Now
Substance abuse support groups and resources.
222 Cass St, Traverse City, MI, 49684
231-486-5354

Live Well 4 Health
Healthy living and substance abuse support resources.
231-714-7332

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration
Mental health services and substance abuse treatment locator.
1-800-662-HELP

UpNorth Prevention
Addiction education, outreach, and advocacy.
989-356-6385

Financial

Consumer Reports
Ratings, reviews, and buying advice for thousands of products.
Online only.

Learning Express Career Prep Center
Browse jobs, improve your resume, and prep for career exams.
Online only.

Northern Lakes Economic Alliance
Grants and education for small businesses.
231-582-6482

Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency
Free IRS-approved low-income tax prep assistance.
3963 Three Mile Rd, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-947-3780

Northwest Michigan Works
Employment and resume assistance.
1209 S. Garfield Ave, Traverse City, MI, 49686
231-922-3700

UpSolve
Bankrupcy and debt support.
Online only.

Legal

Disability Rights Michigan
Disability support, resources, and advocacy.
517-487-1755

Michigan Legal Help
Legal resource library, education, and help finding a lawyer.
280 Washington Ave, Traverse City, MI, 49686
1-888-783-8190

Conservation

Kalkaska Conservation District
Conservation education, equipment rental, and mini-grants.
406 S. Cedar St, Kalkaska, MI, 49646
231-258-3307

Michigan Activity Pass
Discounted rates for museums, campgrounds, and recreation sites.
Online only.

Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Wildlife defense, recreation resources, licenses, and education.
2122 M-37, Traverse City, MI, 49685
231-922-5280

Michigan Trails & Greenways Alliance
Statewide hiking, biking, and backpacking trail information.
586-651-5180

North Country Trail
America’s longest national scenic trail; passes through Kalkaska.
866-445-3628

Tart Trails – Boardman/Ottaway River
Northern Michigan trail network; connects to North Country Trail.
148 E. Front St, Suite 201, Traverse City, MI, 49685
231-941-4300

Other Directories

Looking for an organization or program not listed here? Check out these other extensive resource directories:

American Red Cross
National Aid Resource Directory
231-947-7286

MI Bridges
Statewide Aid Programs
844-799-9876

MI Department of Health
Health & Safety Resources
844-799-9876

Michigan 211
Resource Directory & Call Line
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