Antrim
Breastfeeding Support
Munson Medical Center
(231) 935-2591
Health Dept. of NW Michigan
(231) 533-6255
La Leche League
(800) 525-9849 | (231) 348-7976
Child Development
Way to Grow
(231) 922-6437
Early-On
(231) 922-6397 | (800) 327-5966
Early On is Michigan's educational support system that helps infants and toddlers who may be delayed in their development. Early On listens to parents and caretakers concerns and guides families toward local supports and services that will help their child develop and learn. Free evaluation, resources and referrals.
Visit WebsiteJohn R. Elementary School
204 West Forest Home Ave., Bellaire MI 49615
(231) 533-8916
GSRP, Head Start, tuition-based Options for 3-5 year olds. Operated by Kalkaska Memorial Health Center
Visit WebsiteEarly-On
1101 Red Dr., Traverse City MI 49686
(231) 922-6397 | (800) 327-5966
Early On is Michigan's educational support system that helps infants and toddlers who may be delayed in their development. Early On listens to parents and caretakers concerns and guides families toward local supports and services that will help their child develop and learn. Free evaluation, resources and referrals.
Visit WebsiteTBAISD Preschool Assessment (ages 3-6)
1101 Silver Drive, Traverse City MI 49684
(231) 922-6288
Provides developmental assessments and service coordination for children age 3 to 6. This service is provided at no cost to families.
Visit WebsiteNMCAA
3963 Three Mile Rd, Traverse City MI 49686
(231) 947-3780
Offers many services throughout the 10 county region including: asset development, winterization, child development, housing support and others. Eligibility requirements vary for programming and services.
Visit WebsiteVroom
Whether it’s mealtime, bath time or anytime in between, there are so many great ways to help build your child’s brain. Check out the free Vroom ap and website for free downloads, tips and ideas on supporting your child’s brain development.
Visit WebsiteCDC List of Developmental Milestones
Visit WebsiteEarly Head Start
3963 3 Mile Rd. N, Traverse City MI 49686
(231) 947-3780
NMCAA Early Head Start we give parents the skills and support to make the most of the first three years in their child’s life. Families with children ages birth to 3 are enrolled, sometimes even before the baby is born. The NMCAA Early Head Start program is a year round home visiting program, with opportunities for families to attend socialization experiences at a variety of area Family Development Centers.
Visit WebsiteCenter for Social Emotional Development
Learn fun and easy ways to support your child's social and emotional development!
Visit WebsiteOffice of Great Start
The Office of Great Start has been charged with ensuring that all children birth to age eight, especially those in highest need, have access to high-quality early learning and development programs and enter kindergarten prepared for success.
Visit WebsiteBig Brothers Big Sisters of Northern MI
900 E. Front St. Suite 125, Traverse City MI 49686
(231) 946-2447
Children ages 6-18 are provided a mentoring opportunity through a supportive one-to-one relationship with a caring adult that will provide children with proper attention, guidance and opportunities on a consistent basis to help them achieve higher aspirations, greater confidence, better relationships, avoidance of risky behaviors and educational success.
Visit WebsiteFun Activities for Kids
Health Dept. of NW Michigan
(231) 533-6255
Head Start
(231) 587-0421
Way to Grow (Elk Rapids Schools)
9039 Old State Hwy 72, Williamsburg MI 49690
(231) 649-9898 | (231) 264-8289 Ext:4153
For families with children birth to age 5. Play groups at both Lakeland and Mill Creek Elementary provide opportunities for parents to connect with each other, children to socialize and play and information to be shared. Home visits are also available and include fun, interactive ways to learn about your child's development and growth. Please note that if Elk Rapids Public schools are closed Way to Grow activities will also be cancelled. All Way to Grow programs are FREE!
Visit WebsiteWilliam K Good Day Park
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Visit WebsiteMilton Township Park - Cairn/Indian
Visit WebsiteLake Bellaire Public Access - Cottage Dr
(231) 533-8213
Jordan River Fish Hatchery
(231) 584-2461
Ellsworth River Park
Ellsworth Park
Visit WebsiteElk Rapids Memorial Park
Visit WebsiteConcord Academy
(231) 584-2080
Chestonia Township Ball Diamond
Visit WebsiteEastport Torch Lake Access Site
Wetzel Lake Park
Visit WebsiteTorch Bay Nature Preserve
Visit WebsiteHealth & Well-Being
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
(800) 273-8255
No matter what problems you are dealing with, we want to help you find a reason to keep living. When you call you'll be connected to a skilled, trained counselor at a crisis center in your area, anytime 24/7.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
(800) 799-7233
Crisis intervention, safety planning, information about domestic violence and referrals to local service providers. Direct connection to domestic violence resources available in the callers area provided by a Hotline advocate.
Visit WebsitePostpartum Support International
6706 SW 54th Ave., Portland OR 97219
(800) 944-4773
Essential info about perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, including risk factors, symptoms & treatments.
Visit WebsiteFind a Doctor at Munson Healthcare
(231) 935-5886 | (800) 533-5520
Health Dept. of NW Michigan
(800) 432-4121
Poison Control Center
(800) 222-1222
Mancelona Family Resource Center
(231) 587-5044 | (800) 432-4121
Planned Parenthood
(231) 929-1844
Health Dept. of NW Michigan
(800) 432-4121
Women's Resource Center
(800) 275-1995 | (989) 731-0918
Mancelona Family Resource Center
(231) 587-5044
Health Dept. of NW Michigan
(800) 432-4121
Antrim County Habitat for Humanity
(231) 587-1498
Munson Medical Center Pediatric Therapy Program
550 Munson Ave., Traverse City MI 49686
(231) 935-8600
Pediatric Feeding Therapy Program, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy,Speech and Language Therapy. For Feeding Therapy support please call: (231) 935-7620
Visit Website211 Directory
211 | (844) 875-9211
24 hrs for referrals to food, clothing, housing, utilities, transportation, education, employment, youth programs, health care, prescriptions, counseling, support groups, substance abuse, and emergency preparedness.
Visit WebsiteCrisis Line: Women's Resource Center
(800) 275-1995 | (231) 347-0082
Munson Medical Center
(231) 935-2591
Help is available for feeding issues, pre and post-weight checks, and for questions regarding a successful breastfeeding experience. For immediate or urgent concerns, please call your health care provider.
Child Locator Tip Line
P.O. Box 30037, Lansing MI 48909
(866) 729-0026
24 hours, 7 days a week.
Child Abuse Reporting
(855) 444-3911
24/7 days a week crisis intervention and information referral service.
Visit WebsiteChild & Family Services of Northwestern Michigan
3785 Veterans Dr., Traverse City MI 49684
(231) 347-4463
Abuse and neglect prevention, court support, family-based conflict resolution, pregnancy & birth counseling, and parent education.
Visit WebsiteAntrim County Department of Human Services
(231) 533-8664
Legal and Financial Help
MI Bridges
Visit WebsiteHealth Dept. of NW Michigan
(800) 432-4121
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
(231) 533-8664
North Country Community Mental Health
(877) 470-7130
Goodwill Inn
2943 Keystone Rd., Traverse City MI 49684
(231) 922-4890
Emergency shelter and access to donated food to homeless men and women.
Visit WebsiteMancelona Family Resource Center
(231) 587-5044
Mental Health and Wellness
Munson Medical Center
(231) 935-7412
Helps families cope with the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, ectopic pregnancy, and neonatal death. Warmline and support group.
North Country Community Mental Health
(877) 470-7130
Women's Resource Center
(800) 275-1995
Head Start
(231) 347-9070 | (800) 443-5518
Child & Family Services of Northwestern Michigan
3785 Veterans Dr., Traverse City MI 49684
(231) 347-4463
Abuse and neglect prevention, court support, family-based conflict resolution, pregnancy & birth counseling, and parent education.
Visit WebsiteACT (Assertive Community Treatment)
(800) 834-3393
Parent Support
National Parent Helpline
(855) 427-2736
24/7 days a week crisis intervention and information referral service.
Visit WebsiteMancelona Family Resource Center
(231) 587-5044
McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital
(800) 248-6777
Munson Medical Center
(800) 935-8219
Shape Up North (SUN)
We are here to help you and your family have fun and enjoy good health, simple as that. Shape Up North (SUN) is a community collaboration created to provide the resources you need to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. We’re excited to offer tips, guidance, and support for individuals, schools, businesses and health care providers in northern Michigan.
Visit WebsiteMichigan Alliance for Families
(800) 552-4821
Offers comprehensive information and referrals on all disability and education issues involving children and young adults from birth to age 26. Services include one-on-one support, online and printed resource information and referrals to the appropriate community services. Parent Training and Information Center for Michigan under the IDEA in coordination with the MDE Office of Special Education.
Visit WebsiteParent Helpline
(877) 211-5253
24/7 days a week crisis intervention and information referral service.
Visit WebsiteDepartment of Health & Human Services
(231) 533-8664
Disability Network of Northern MI
415 E. 8th St., Traverse City MI 49686
(231) 922-0903
Support services for individuals with disabilities to live independently.
Great Start Collaborative
1101 Red Drive, Traverse City MI 49684
(231) 922-6437
Helping to increase parent participation in early childhood planning and decision-making for the county.
Visit WebsiteSmoking and Substance Use
Northern Michigan Substance Services-Recovery Center
(800) 686-0749
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
5600 Fishers Lan, Rockville MD 20857
(877) 726-4727 | (877) SAMHSA-7
Visit WebsiteHealth Access
(800) 248-6777
Health Dept. of NW Michigan
(800) 432-4121
Mancelona Family Resource Center
(231) 587-5044
Michigan Tobacco Quit Line
(800) 784-8669
Al-Anon & Alateen
P.O. Box 5132, Traverse City MI 49696
(231) 938-7399
Call for local information for meetings and support.
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