Regional Resources

Munson Medical Center

(231) 935-2591

Benzie/Leelanau Health Department

(231) 383-0867

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.

Grand Traverse Band Early Head Start

(231) 534-7650

Head Start

(231) 947-3780  |  (800) 632-7334

Early-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.

TBAISD 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.

NMCAA

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.

Vroom

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.

CDC List of Developmental Milestones

While children grow and develop at different rates, we know that there are some developmental milestones that we can be aware of. Check out this site to review what these developmental milestones are by age.

Children's Therapy Corner

1810 Chartwell Dr, Traverse City MI 49696

(231) 929-2354

Consultation and therapy for Autism, Sensory Processing Disorders, Occupational Therapy,Speech Therapy, and Physical Therapy and more. Insurance may be accepted.

Early 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.

Office 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.

Big 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.

Center for Social Emotional Development

Learn fun and easy ways to support your child's social and emotional development!

5toOne

(231) 922-6437

5toOne is an innovative project of the Great Start Collaborative that brings together families and local partners to ensure that all children reach their highest potential.

Suttons Bay/Health Dept

(231) 735-1116

Parenting Communities

(231) 866-1969

Weekly playgroups.

Glen Lake Community Library

10115 West Front St., Empire MI

(231) 326-5361

Children's programs.

Leelanau Township Library

119 East Nagonaba St., Northport MI 49670

(231) 386-5131

Children's programs.

Leland Township Public Library

203 East Cedar St., Leland MI

(231) 256-9152

Children's programs.

Suttons Bay-Bingham District Library

416 Front St., Suttons Bay MI 49682

(231) 271-3512

Children's programs/Story Time.

Myles Kimmerly Recreation Park

W. Co. Rd. 616, Maple City MI

Patrick Hobbins Hiking Trail, soccer fields, picnic tables, playground, tennis and basketball courts, ball diamonds, driving range, and disc golf course.

North Bar Lake

1030 N. Bar Lake Rd., Empire MI

A small inland lake that drains into Lake MI. Unpaved parking and basic facilities.

North Bar Lake

A favorite swimming spot for tots. Shallow and warm. From Empire go north on LaCore Street. Turn right on Voice Rd and then left on Bar Lake Rd, which is gravel.

North Park

Intersection of M-204 and M-22, Suttons Bay MI 49682

1500 ft. of shoreline, boat launch, parking, picnic shelter and restrooms.

Old Settlers’ Park

South Dunns Farm Road (CR 675), Maple City MI

Facilities include: chapel/meeting room, gazebo with seating, playground, boat launch (non-motorized), picnic tables, grills. Annual event: Old Settlers Picnic.

Omena Beach

Omena Point Rd., Omena MI

Public access to Omena Bay. Swimming, picnic tables, and playground equipment, unpaved parking lot across Omena Point Rd.

Parks and Recreation in Leelanau County

Website includes information on State, County, Township, and Village Parks. Also, information on Sleeping Bear National Lakeshore, Leelanau Trail, and Leelanau Conservancy.

Peterson Park

10001 E. Peterson Park Rd., Northport MI 49670

Public access to approx. 1000 ft. of beach on Lake MI. Excellent spot for finding Petoskey stones. Playground, picnic tables, grills, parking lot.

Lake Michigan Beach Park aka Empire Village Park

Lake Michigan Dr., Empire MI

West of downtown area. Public park with a pavilion that is available on a first come first serve basis. One of the newest working lighthouse on the Great Lakes.

Leelanau State Park

15310 N. Lighthouse Point Rd., Northport MI 49670

(231) 386-5422

8.5 miles of hiking trails.

Leland Harbor

107 N. Lake St., Leland MI

Full-service marina, public boat launch, picnic area. Located next to Historic Fishtown - shopping, dining, lodging and beaches are just steps away.

Lover’s Lane Park

Stoney Point Rd, Suttons Bay MI 49682

Access to Suttons Bay. Ideal for kayak access or just enjoying the sandy beach, water and sun. Limited parking and no amenities.

Hall Beach aka Van's Beach

Cedar Street, Leland MI

Also known as Vans Beach. A perfect sandy beach. The trailhead to the beach is just beyond Van's Garage at the end of Cedar Street.

Hancock Park

Union Street, Leland Township MI

Recreation area includes ice skating, softball and baseball diamonds, soccer fields, tennis courts, skateboard ramp, picnic pavilions, drinking water, parking.

Haserot Park

298 East 3rd Street, Northport MI 49670

Northport's municipal beach-located right downtown.

Houdek Dunes Natural Area

5959 N. Manitou Trail, Leland MI

(231) 256-9665

(Note: Gentle terrain, but steep steps lead to trailhead.) From Leland, drive north along M-22 approximately 5 miles to County Road 626. Proceed another 3/4 mile north along M-22. A sign on the west (left) side of the road marks the entrance to the parking area.

John G. Suelzer East Leland Memorial Park

CR-641 East, Leland MI

Boat launch, beachfront, parking, dock, picnic area, playground, grills, fire pit. Also called East Leland Park.

Greilickville Harbor Park

13132 S. W. Bay Shore Dr., Elmwood MI

Waterfront park has a beach area, grills, restrooms, and playground equipment.

Grove Park

E. Duck Lake Rd. (204), Lake Leelanau MI

Tennis courts, picnic tables, shelter, playground, parking, water, basketball court.

Empire Bluff

Easy 1.5 mile walk to the scenic overlook toward Sleeping Bear Dunes and Manitou Islands with interesting attractions along the way. The Old Farm has tractors from the 1940’s. The Old Orchard shows where loggers planted over logged areas.

Finton Natural Area

13220 E. Woolsey Lake Rd., Northport MI 49670

(231) 256-9665

Smooth, level two-track connecting Northport Rd to Woolsey Rd.

Fisher Beach

M-22, Leland MI

Glen Arbor Municipal Beach Park

M-22, Glen Arbor MI

Glen Lake Beach Park

6629 S. Dune Hwy., Glen Arbor MI

Kitty-Corner from Dune Climb. Public access to Little Glen Lake.

Good Harbor Beach

A flat trail with a short section of coastal dunes. This area was entirely underwater during the Ice Age.

Good Harbor Beach

Magnificent long sandy beach with clear views out to the islands. Park pass required (inside of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park).

Graham Green Park

M-22, Suttons Bay MI 49682

Park has a large wooded area for hiking, picnic tables, grills and porta johns.

DeYoung Natural Area

9509 E. Cherry Bend Rd., Traverse City MI

(231) 256-9665

From the intersection of M-72 and M-22 in Traverse City (Tom’s West Bay) go north on M-22 1/2 miles, turn left onto Cherry Bend Rd. Go 2.0 miles down Cherry Bend Rd., and look for the barn on your right. Pull into the parking area by the barn.

Cherry Bend Community Park

E. Cherry Bend Rd., Elmwood MI

Covered picnic facilities with grills, playground equipment, tennis courts, soccer, volleyball, and baseball field.

Chippewa Run Natural Area

11300 S. Leelanau Hwy., Empire MI

(231) 256-9665

From the intersection of M-72 and M-22 in Empire, head north on M-22 about 7/10 of a mile. The parking area is located on the left, or northwest side of the street just south of the creek.

Christmas Cove Park

Island View Dr., Leelanau Township MI

200 feet of beach frontage along the shore of Lake MI. Beach, picnic tables and parking lot.

Bingham Township Park

Park Rd., Bingham MI

Access to Lake Leelanau; picnic tables and grills. Park Rd. off Lake Leelanau Drive (formerly Co. Rd. 641).

Boughey Park

Bingham Rd., Traverse City MI

Access to West Bay, picnic tables, and grills.

Braman Hill Recreation Area

10001 E. Melkild Rd., Northport MI 49670

Year-round recreation area includes tennis courts, basketball court, a skating park and ice rink, sledding hills, hiking trails, a tot lot, shooting range, warming house with bathrooms, and picnic tables.

Centerville Township Park

Hwy. 643 S., Lake Leelanau MI

Township Park located Off Hwy 643 S of the Village of Lake Leelanau.

45th Parallel Park

M-22, Suttons Bay MI 49682

Bartholomew Park aka Nedow’s Bay Beach

Pearl St., Leland MI

Lake Leelanau beach front, docks, grills, fire pit, picnic table and boat launch.

Whaleback Natural Area

1639 N. Manitou Trail, Leland MI

(231) 256-9665

1-mile trail over hilly, wooded terrain. Spectacular views of Lake Michigan.

Schneider’s Beach

N. Popp Rd., Lake Leelanau MI

Public beach with swimming and picnic area on North Lake Leelanau.

Solon Township Playground Park

See Website for descriptions of parks located in Solon Township.

Sutton Park aka South Shore Park

South Shore Dr., Suttons Bay MI 49682

300 ft. of shoreline, swimming, playground equipment, picnic shelter, and bathrooms.

Suttons Bay Marina Park & Beach

Front St., Suttons Bay MI 49682

Public beach, picnic tables, grills volleyball nets, and children's play area.

Suttons Bay Municipal Beach

M-22, Suttons Bay MI 49682

Beach located on Grand Traverse Bay. Swimming, playground equipment, volley ball nets, picnic facilities, restrooms, and parking.

The Dune Climb

Climb the Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes! From Empire go north on M-22, take M-109 to The Dune Climb.

The Leelanau Trail

15.5 miles of former railroad corridor connecting Suttons Bay to Traverse City. Paved from M-72 in Traverse City to Lakeview Rd in Elmwood Township and from Revold Rd in Bingham Township to The Depot in Suttons Bay.

Vic Steimel Park

Stoney Point Rd., Suttons Bay MI 49682

One acre parcel off of Nanagosa Trail on Stoney Point. Rocky beach frontage on Grand Traverse Bay, small boat launch, picnic tables, grills, and porta john.

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.

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.

Postpartum Support International

6706 SW 54th Ave., Portland OR 97219

(800) 944-4773

Essential info about perinatal mood & anxiety disorders, including risk factors, symptoms & treatments.

Dental Clinics North

(800) 432-2591

Benzie/Leelanau Health Department

(231) 256-0200

Find a Doctor at Munson Healthcare

(231) 935-5886  |  (800) 533-5520

Poison Control Center

(800) 222-1222

Benzie/Leelanau Health Department

(231) 882-4409

Munson Healthcare Immunization Clinic

(231) 935-8125

Planned Parenthood

(231) 929-1844

TDD for hearing impaired

(231) 946-1211

Women's Resource Center

720 S Elmwood, Ste. 2, Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 941-1210  |  (800) 554-4972

Anger management classes, emergency shelter, housing assistance. Doula Teen Program. Referrals for finances, counseling, legal, substance abuse, housing and other needs.

Women's Resource Center

7401 E. Duck Lake Rd., Lake Leelanau MI 49653

(231) 256-0234

Benzie/Leelanau Health Department

(231) 882-4409

Northwest Michigan Health Services, Inc.

(231) 383-4800

Michigan Primary Care Association

Low-cost and free health insurance programs for kids.

Delta Dental

(800) 524-0149

Dental Clinics North

2600 Lafranier Rd., Suite B, Traverse City MI 49686

(231) 932-7316

Northwest Michigan Health Services, Inc.

10767 Traverse Highway, Traverse City MI

(231) 383-4800

Provides medical and dental primary care to all ages in Northwest Lower Michigan in a culturally appropriate manner.

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

Third Level Crisis Intervention Center

1022 E Front St., Traverse City MI 49686

(231) 922-4800  |  (800) 442-7315

Crisis counseling, problem assistance, information and referrals. Available 24 hours, every day.

American Cancer Society

129 Jefferson Ave. SE, Grand Rapids MI

(800) 227-2345  |  (616) 364-6121

American Heart Association

(800) 242-8721

Find classes / instructors in your area.

Michigan Enrolls/Medicaid Plan Enrollment

(888) 367-6557

211 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.

MICHILD Insurance

(888) 988-6300

Munson Hospice & Palliative Care

1105 Sixth Street, Traverse City MI

(800) 252-2065

Planned Parenthood

1135 E 8th St., Traverse City MI 49686

(231) 929-1844

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 & Family Services of Northwestern Michigan

3785 Veterans Dr., Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 946-8975

Abuse and neglect prevention, court support, family-based conflict resolution, pregnancy & birth counseling, and parent education.

Centralized Intake for Child Abuse and Neglect

701 S. Elmwood Ste. 19, Traverse City MI

(855) 444-3911

Report Abuse & Neglect- 24/7 Hotline (MI Dept. of Health & Human Services).

Lutheran Child & Family Services of Michigan

(989) 686-7650

Abuse and neglect prevention and intervention, counseling & therapy programs.

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

701 Elmwood St., Suite 19, Traverse City MI

(231) 929-0153

Traverse Health Clinic

3147 Logan Valley Rd., Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 935-0799  |  (866) 482-6987

Providing free or low-cost health care to financially challenged and uninsured residents of Benzie, Grand Traverse & Leelanau Counties.

Healthy Futures

(231) 935-5640  |  (888) 403-8468

Safe Sleep

(800) 331-7437

American Heart Association

(800) 242-8721

Find classes / instructors in your area.

Benzie/Leelanau Health Department

(231) 256-0200

MI Bridges

Department of Health & Human Services

(844) 464-3447

Benzie/Leelanau Health Department

(231) 882-4409

Centralized Intake for Child Abuse and Neglect

(855) 444-3911

Help Link Grand Traverse (Part of of the Little Collaborative)

1105 East Front Street, Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 946-6278

Leelanau Baby/Food Pantry

7322 E. Duck Lake Rd., P.O. Box 196, Lake Leelanau MI 49653

(231) 994-2271

Provide food for the hungry and aiding those who have inadequate resources to respond to emergencies in their lives. (Baby/Food Pantries)

W.I.C. Women Infants & Children

6051 Frankfort Hwy., Benzonia MI 49616

(800) 816-1658

Food and nutrition vouchers for pregnant and post partum women, infants and children under 5 years.

Samaritan's Closet

25 S. Lake Leelanau, Lake Leelanau MI

(231) 256-2026

Thrift Store.

The Laundry Project

702 S. Elmwood Ave. (Tom's West Bay), Traverse City MI

(231) 929-0153

Free laundry resource September through June for low-income families, seniors, and persons with disabilities. Info. on Website under Community Tab, Poverty Reduction then click on Traverse Bay PRI.

Empire Area Food Pantry Glen Lake Comm. Reformed Church

4902 W. MacFarlane Rd., Glen Arbor MI

(231) 326-5510

Empire Area Food Pantry.

Habitat For Humanity Grand Traverse Region

1129 Woodmere Ave., Ste F, Traverse City MI 49686

(231) 941-4663

Brings people together to build sustainable homes, communities, and hope.

Leelanau Baby/Food Pantry

7322 E. Duck Lake Rd., P.O. Box 196, Lake Leelanau MI 49653

(231) 994-2271

Northport Pantry.

Baby Pantry

213 Lincoln St., Suttons Bay MI 49682

(231) 271-3671

Leelanau Baby Pantry.

Leelanau Baby/Food Pantry

7322 E. Duck Lake Rd., P.O. Box 196, Lake Leelanau MI 49653

(231) 994-2271

Provide food for the hungry and aiding those who have inadequate resources to respond to emergencies in their lives. (Baby/Food Pantries)

Child & Family Services of Northwestern Michigan

3785 Veterans Dr., Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 946-8975

Abuse and neglect prevention, court support, family-based conflict resolution, 24/7 crisis counseling, youth services/shelter, pregnancy & birth counseling, and parent education.

Autism Center of Michigan

1363 Douglas Drive, Suite 104, Traverse City MI 49686

(231) 668-4909

Behavioral treatment for children with autism spectrum and related disorders

Addiction Treatment Services

747 E. 8th St., Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 346-5216

Outpatient services, Residential programs, Detox, Lab testing, Assessments

Northwest Michigan Health Services, Inc.

10767 Traverse Hwy., Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 383-4800

The Maple Clinic

525 S. Union St., Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 946-9575

Mental health and counseling services; depression, anxiety, stress disorders including grief and loss; school adjustment problems; marital conflict and reconciliation; divorce and blended family issues; and forensic assessments

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.

Northern Lakes Community Mental Health

(231) 922-4850

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services

(231) 947-2255

Catholic Human Services, Inc.

1000 Hastings, Traverse City MI 49686

(231) 947-8110

Alcohol & Drug Counseling, Substance Abuse Prevention Education, Family/Marriage/Individual Counseling, Pregnancy Counseling, Open Adoption, Employee Assistance Program

Child & Family Services of Northwestern Michigan

3785 Veterans Dr., Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 946-8975

Abuse and neglect prevention, court support, family-based conflict resolution, 24/7 crisis counseling, youth services/shelter, pregnancy & birth counseling, and parent education.

Adaptive Counseling and Case Management, LLC

3285 Veterans Drive, Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 715-8466

Counseling and case management Cognitive Behavior Therapy Motivational Interviewing Mindfulness

Old Town Psychological Services

512 S. Union St., Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 941-6550

Psychological Evaluation & Testing Program, Psychotherapy & Counseling Program, Marital & Family Counseling Program, Psychological Custody & Co-parenting Mediation, ADHD Evaluation & Treatment Program, Bariatric Evaluation & Treatment, Veteran PTSD Evaluation & Treatment, Child Behavioral Evaluation & Treatment, Academic Deficiency, Dyslexia & Learning Disorder Program, Substance Abuse Evaluation & Treatment Program

Emily Kohler, LMSW PLLC

101 Dame St., Suttons Bay MI 49682

(231) 715-6071

Counseling, Parent Child Relationships; IMH Certified

Goshawk Behavioral Health

2240 S. Airport Rd., Traverse City MI 49686

(231) 642-4642

Behavioral health assessment and counseling services

Northern Lakes Community Mental Health

105 Hall St., Traverse City MI 49684

(800) 492-5742  |  (231) 922-4850

Providing a wide range of mental health services including counseling, Infant Mental Health, crisis support and more. If you or someone you know is at immediate risk, please call 911.

Northern Michigan Psychiatric Services

3287 Racquet Club Dr. #A, Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 935-0335

Free Teacher & Parent Education Series includes “Depression & Bipolar Disorder in Children & Adolescents”, “Autism Spectrum Disorders in Children & Adolescents”, Anxiety Disorders in Children & Adolescents”, “ADHD and Working Memory Training in Children & Adolescents.”

Pine Rest Clinic Traverse City

1050 Silver Dr., Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 947-2255

Mental health services for children, adults families, including counseling and therapy, psychiatric evaluations, educational classes and referrals for partial hospitalization and inpatient treatment.

National Parent Helpline

(855) 427-2736

24/7 days a week crisis intervention and information referral service.

Safe Kids North Shore/Car Seat Inspection

(231) 947-3000 Ext:1234

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.

Michigan 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. 

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

701 Elmwood St., Suite 19, Traverse City MI

(231) 929-0153

Parenting Communities

(231) 510-7883

Home visits, playgroups, education opportunities, monthly newsletter, resources and referrals. Groups in Leland, Northport, Glen Lake and Suttons Bay.

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.

Families First Monthly

P.O. Box 108, Northport MI 49670

(231) 499-1454

Magazine resource for parents.

Grand Traverse Area Literacy Council

280 Washington St., Traverse City MI

(231) 922-4574

Mission: Enable adults to achieve their literacy goals.

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.

Bethany Christian Services

3886 Cass Rd., Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 995-0870

Unplanned pregnancy counseling, individual/marital/family counseling, adoption services, foster care.

Northern Michigan Regional Entity

(800) 834-3393

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

5600 Fishers Lan, Rockville MD 20857

(877) 726-4727  |  (877) SAMHSA-7

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.

Al-Anon & Alateen

(231) 946-8823

See Website for Local AA, Al-Anon and Alateen Meetings.

Alcoholics Anonymous

124 N Division, Traverse City MI 49684

(231) 946-8823