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Regional
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Grand Traverse County is now using CodeRed®. Find out more about how to stay better informed on emergencies in our area by clicking on the orange link above. Click on the logo to register._


Smart911 is a free service that allows citizens to create a Safety Profile for their household that includes any information they want 9-1-1 to have in the event of an emergency. Find out more about this nationwide service by clicking on the orange link above. Click the logo to create your profile.
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No Scam Zone
Protect yourself and your loved ones by being the first in the area to know of current scams.  Enroll in this free program and get notified of verified scams by email and/or phone.  A service of the Grand Traverse County Senior Center Network, Sheriff's department and County Prosecutor's office. 

directories & guides


Community Access Line: Call 2-1-1   
A free community service that connects people to human services.     

Third Level Crisis Center   
Non-profit agency that provides crisis services and counseling to those in northern lower Michigan.      

direct services & programs


ADRC of Northern Michigan  
Thanks to the Aging and Disability Resource Collaborative of Northwest Michigan (ADRCNM) it's  easier than ever to find what services are available in our community.

The ADRCNM is a trusted source of information on a full range of services and supports.  Our ADRC is available to people of all ages, income and disabilities who have questions on long term care.  Their goal is to provide information so clients may better understand their options and make informed decisions.     

Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Michigan    
There are 16 such agencies in Michigan. This agency serves the ten northwest counties south of the Bridge.       

Grand Traverse County Senior Center Network   
Their programs are designed for people 50 years of age and older. They host more than 100 different   programs, classes, and activities monthly and is "The Place To Be".  

Catholic Human Services 
Provides mental health, substance abuse, prevention, pregnancy counseling, open adoption, social   services and senior services to over 26,000 people per year regardless of faith, income, race, or ethnicity.     

Fresh Food Partnership   
      
Food Pantries Lists  
The Mission of the Fresh Food Partnership is: (1) to provide locally grown, healthy and fresh food to people in need through the food   pantries, shelters and community meals programs in Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska and Leelanau counties in Michigan, and (2) to support local agriculture by purchasing that fresh produce from area farms at fair market prices.     

 Food Pantry Locator   

Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program           
MMAP is the state-wide program which provides free health benefits counseling to Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers.     

Goodwill Industries of Northern Michigan            
Goodwill's goal is to assist individuals and families overcome barriers to independence. Maintains Goodwill Inn and a thrift store.     

Northwest Michigan Housing Search            
Designed to help those in Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska and Leelanau Counties find help with housing and homes they can afford.       

Salvation Army            
Food pantry, utilities help, counseling, a thrift store.     

The Father Fred Foundation            
Provides food, clothing, household goods, and financial assistance to families in need in our five-county area.     

Traverse Health Clinic             
Provides safety net health services to thousands of individuals and families experiencing challenging circumstances or to those who simply cannot find access to health services.     

United Way of Northwest Michigan            
The mission of United Way is to efficiently raise and effectively distribute both financial and volunteer resources to support community-determined initiatives that improve the lives of community members.

eNTERTAINMENT​


Interlochen Center for the Arts
The Performing Arts Series of Concerts and Events.

Old Town Playhouse
Community Theater.  Be entertained, volunteer, or audition
 
Aged to Perfection Senior Readers Theatre
Old Town Playhouse - for seniors 55 and older, a less demanding level of performance.
 
State & Bijou Theaters
The Performance Schedule.  (Click on Programs to access Kids Matinees, Friday Night Flicks, Met Opera Live, and Special Events)  Assistive devices are available.
 
Traverse City Visitors Guide
Music, Museums, Events, etc. - where to go and what to see.
 
The Ticker
Weekly Calendar of what is happening around the Traverse City area.

Eventful
Concerts and Other Events in Traverse City and the surrounding area.

frontline advocates


ALS Support   
Popularly called Lou Gehrig’s disease. Listing of local support groups in this area.     

Bay Area Senior Advocates     
An organization composed of nonprofit and for-profit services and institutions actively working to improve the life of seniors. Citizens for Better Care.        

Disability Network  
They help people with disabilities and their families to lead more productive lives in Northern Lower Michigan.     

Grief Support (Michael’s Place)  
They offer support sessions year round for grieving individuals of all ages. 
    
Munson Hospice & Bereavement Services
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Hospice offers help and support to the patient and family while caring for the person.
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Parkinson’s Support Group          
Volunteer, donate, or get help.

hospitals & mental health


Munson Healthcare   
Designated as one of the top 100 hospitals in the nation fourteen times.       

Munson Healthcare Health Links   
This page links to health care sites that you might find helpful.     

Munson Healthcare 2016 Community Needs Report  
Report that identifies, assesses, and prioritizes the most important health issues affecting our community.     

Munson Healthcare Grayling Hospital   
Serving Crawford County and surrounding areas.      

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center (Munson)  - Kalkaska  
Serving Kalkaska County and surrounding areas,      

Munson Healthcare Cadillac Hospital
Serving Wexford County and surrounding areas     

Hospice of Northern Michigan    
Serving Grand Traverse and Benzie Counties.       

Northern Lakes Community Mental Health   
Services, support, fact sheets, news.

libraries


Traverse Area District Library (TADL)   
Books, music, video, computer labs.     

TADL Library Locations  
Grand Traverse County libraries addresses, phone numbers and hours.     

Grand Traverse County Law Library   
The Law Library collection includes up-to-date Michigan cases and statutes, Michigan form books, ICLE practitioner handbooks, legal treatises and magazines and self-help books on a variety of legal topics   including divorce and custody.     

Leland Township Library   
Books, digital media and more on the river in Leland. Weekly children's story time. E-book downloads, inter-library loans and on-line catalog.      

Munson Community Health Library
The Community Health Library provides health care resources for patients, families and community members.
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Northwestern Michigan College Osterlin Library  
In addition to the usual collections found in a college library, take advantage of these services: Ask A Librarian, Text the Library, Research Guides, Online Tutorials, and more.

transportation


Bay Area Transit Authority  
Serving Leelanau and Grand Traverse Counties. Scheduled routes and Dial-A-Ride.      

Cherry Capital Airport  
Flight information, weather, book your flight online, etc.   

Munson Home Health Transportation Services   
Munson Private Duty offers transportation service, seven days a week.  This service combines personal care with transportation accommodating a variety of needs, including wheelchair accessibility. 

local weather


Weather Underground 
Weather conditions, maps, radar, etc.
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