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GLENNIE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
2915 Lakeshore Dr.
Glennie, MI 48737
Contact: Joanne Noe, Library Director Phone: (989) 735-2839
Fax: (989) 735-2601
Meetings: 3rd Thursday of month at 11:00 am at the Eagle Ridge Country Club
Function: Activities that support the Curtis Township library.
GLENNIE PRIDE BEAUTIFICATION
3480 Rickel Road
Glennie, MI 48737
Contact:
Gail Lehman
Phone: (989)
735-2106
Email:
tonygail@centurytel.net
Function: To plant flowers in our town and maintain them to help beautify the surroundings.
Meetings: End of May and September
GREENBUSH COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH COUNSELING
2430 S. State Street
P.O. Box 116
Greenbush, MI 48738
Contact: A.C. Caincross, Pastor Phone: (989) 724-5264
Hours: Call for appointment Email: pastor23@i2k.com
Meetings: Most sessions are held at the church but house calls can be made if necessary.
Function: Provide biblical counsel for life’s problems—“Preaching the Bible as it is to men as they are!” Deal with personal, marital, financial, sexual, substance and physical abuse issues. Seeks to find permanent and workable solutions to problems of interpersonal relationships. Counselors trained through National Association of Nuethetic Counselors (NANC).
Services: Prayer, advice, weddings, funerals, spiritual help.
Hours: 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Tuesday-Friday.
Meetings: Sundays: Sunday School (9:45 a.m.), Worship (11:00 a.m.), and Evening Service (6:00 p.m.). Wednesdays: King’s Kids for 1st-5th graders (6:30 p.m.), Teen Ministry for 6th-12th graders (6:30 p.m.), and Adult Prayer Meeting/Bible Study (7:00 p.m.).
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, ALCONA COUNTY
P.O. Box 429
Lincoln, MI 48742
Contact: Roy Ott, President
Email: bobem@centuryinter.net
Meetings: Board meets 4th Monday of month. Place of meeting posted in Alcona Review.
Function: Partners with low-income families and community volunteers to construct affordable homes. To request an application for selection as a partner family, call (989) 736-9928
HARRISVILLE ARTS COUNCIL
P.O. Box 102
Harrisville, MI 48740
Contact:
Judy Pyne Phone:
(989) 724-6967
Fax: (989)-724-5417
Website www.harrisvilleartscouncil.com
Meetings: 3rd Tuesday of the month, 6:00 pm
Function: To service the community in the betterment of the Arts and Crafts.
Services: Provide scholarships and assistance in the arts related categories; put on the Harrisville Labor Day Art Show and parade for the community.
HARRISVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
217 State Street
Harrisville, MI 48740
Contact: Rev. Tracy Brooks Phone: (989) 724-6266
Email: PastorTracy@charterinternet.com
Function: Food pantry, basic day foods and canned goods.
Meetings: Third Saturday 9:30am-11:30am
Function: Provides temporary shelter to those families with critically ill or terminal children who are hospitalized.
Services: HOSPITALITY HOUSE OF SAGINAW, INC., 479 Shattuck Road, Saginaw, MI 48604. Phone: 752-8473 Email: hhhofsaginaw@charterinternet.com
POPE JOHN XXIII HOSPITALITY HOUSE - Lodging for Oncology out patients (pediatric and adult), 3977 Second Ave., Detroit, MI 48201 Phone: (313)-832-4357. Lodging for oncology outpatients (pediatric and adults) also offer in Irish Hills a lakefront retreat lodge for cancer kids and their family members year 'round by donation. Emphasis on child-centered R & R, artist's studio available with art instruction, St. Patrick's Retreat. For reservations year round Contact: Fr. Russ Kohler, Phone: (313)-965-4450. Fax: 965-4453. No Email
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE OF WESTERN MICHIGAN - (Grand Rapids) Contact: Kathryn Crawford, 1323 Cedar St., N.E., Grand Rapids, MI 49503. Phone: 616 0-776-1300 or (800) 776-4891. Fax: (616) 776-0368. Email: ronaldhouse@tds.net
Function: To provide a community supported facility and complimentary services whose dedicated staff and volunteers are committed to providing a safe, clean, and caring “home away from home” for families of pediatric patients. Housing, meals, and transportation are provided to guests. Website: www.wmrmh.org Hours: Office hours 9 a.m.-9 p.m. seven days a week.
RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE –(Detroit) Contact: Michelle and Tom Sherill-Mix Phone: (989) 356-9265 Pat Cooper (313) 966-0198
BENJAMIN BLUM HOSPITALITY HOUSE: (Petoskey), 525 W. Mitchell St, Petoskey MI 49770. Phone: (616) 348-7777
NORTHERN MICHIGAN HOSPITAL HOME: for families of patients and patients from Burns Clinic and Boulder Park Terrace. Contact: Steve Berchem, Phone: (616)348-7727.
LADY LIONS - HARRISVILLE
Contact: Sharon Goetz Phone: (989) 724-5216
Meetings: Meet the 3rd Tuesday of each month excluding January, February, and March.
Services: Provides Scholarships, nursing home support. Sponsor Welcome Home for the Blind, Paws with a Cause. Support local projects for youth and library.
LIONS - LINCOLN
P.O. Box 465
Lincoln, MI 48742
Contact: Mark Feldhiser, Secretary Phone: (989) 736-8151
Hours: 8:00am-4:30 pm
Meetings: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30p.m. Call for exact location.
Services: Local sight and hearing conservation, diabetes awareness, collection of eye glasses and hearing aids, provide eye exams and glasses, diabetes screening, hearing aid assistance, provide help to needy families during holidays, provide scholarships to college bound Seniors, assist many Alcona High School student organizations, assist Youth Athletics in Alcona County, Adopt-A-Highway, Hunter's Safety for Alcona youth.
MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION OF MICHIGAN
230 Huron View Blvd
Ann Arbor, MI 48331
Contact: Felicia Powers, Manager of Volunteer Services Phone: (734) 994-8620
Email: wish@wishmich.org Fax: (734) 994-8025
Website: www.wishmich.org
Function: Information on statewide group that raises funds in order to grant wishes to terminally ill children in Michigan.
MICHIGAN SMALL BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CENTER,
REGION 3 (MI-SBTDC)
Alpena Community College
665 Johnson St, Newport Center, Room 108
Alpena, MI 49707-1495
Fax: (989) 358-7554
Email: mehargk@alpenacc.edu Website: www.misbtdc.org/region3/
Function: The Michigan Small Business and Technology Development Center (MI-SBTDC) is a statewide network of twelve regional offices providing services for existing small businesses, new ventures, expanding companies, new technology companies, and innovators. Region 3, located at Alpena Community College, works with Cheboygan, Presque Isle, Otsego, Montmorency, Alpena, Crawford, Oscoda, Alcona, Roscommon, Ogemaw and Iosco Counties.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am until 4:30 pm.
Services: Counseling: Confidential one-on-one meetings with certified, experienced business counselors to assist small business owners with: 1) developing growth strategies; 2) preparing business plans for financing; 3) addressing cash flow issues; 4) defining and quantifying marketing initiatives; 5) developing sales strategies; 6) strategic planning.
All services of the MI-SBTDC are available at low or no cost. One-on-one counseling is a free service for individuals who want to improve, revitalize or expand their companies, or develop a new venture. Training and research services are available for a nominal fee.
Training: Workshops, seminars and full training programs help entrepreneurs learn about topics such as: 1) getting a business started; 2) how to get financing; 3) cost-effective marketing and sales techniques; 4) setting up legal structures; 5) writing complete business plans; 6) understanding financial operations.
Research: As part of the MI-SBTDC network and through the Seidman School of Business Information Services at Grand Valley state University, the MI-SBTDC can access essential data for developing a new company or for an existing firm to gain a competitive edge including: 1) research to determine market size; 2) competitive analysis; 3) demographics; 4) lead list generation.
320 S. State St.
USDA Bldg.
Harrisville, MI 48740
Phone: (989) 724-6478, (989) 724-6478
Email: alcona@msue.msu.edu Fax: (989) 724-7122
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30a.m.-noon and 1:00p.m.-4:30p.m.
Function: To provide educational service in Agriculture, Marketing, Natural Resources, 4H Youth, Home Economics, Public Policy and Community Economic Development. Publications, videotapes, computer programs and staff represent Michigan State University's commitment to extend knowledge beyond its campus. Extension faculty on MSU campus conducts research and provides for educational programs. Offers helpful information on food production, community and business concerns, home, human nutrition, natural resources and youth.
Services: MSU Extension helps people improve their lives through an educational process that applies knowledge to critical issues, needs, and opportunities.
MICHIGAN WORKS! AGENCY
202 South Second, Suite B
P.O. Box 316
Lincoln, MI 48742
Contact: Cindy K. Winter, Customer Consultant Phone: (989) 736-6082
Fax: (989) 736-3260
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m, closed noon to 1:00 pm
Function: Human Service Agency
Services: Job search and retention
MIKADO GOODFELLOWS
877 Goddard Road
Mikado, MI 48745
Contact:
Donna Kovacik, Secretary
Phone:
(989) 736-3381
Email:
kovacikd@yahoo.com
Meetings: 3rd Monday of month at 7:00p.m. Mikado Civic Center.
Function: Non-profit organization that serves the Mikado community. All proceeds are returned to the community.
NORTHEAST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES (NEMCMH)
400 Johnson Street
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Tony White, Director Phone: (989) 356-2161 or (800) 968-1964
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Function: To provide comprehensive mental health services to people in the following categories: those who have a Developmental Disability and may need specialized expertise in caring for multiple-handicapped children and adults; people who have a mental illness or emotional problems, or are otherwise in need of clinical counseling and treatment resources and services.
NORTHEAST HUMAN SERVICES COORDINATING COUNCIL: The Council is essentially a planning group that acts through the recommendations of Work Groups, (who receive their "charge" from the Council). Its purpose is to: maintain a county-level structure which can be used as needed for planning, coordination and development of human services, initiate prevention services, increase collaborative programming, utilize a broader range of funding sources, joint advocacy, and reduce the incidence of human disabilities.
Services: Outpatient Therapy and Counseling, Psychiatric and Psychological Evaluation and Treatment Services, Adult Social Activity Program, Residential and Support Services, Adult Activity and Training for Persons with Developmental Disabilities, Family/Court Consultation, Coordination of Mental Health Disability Prevention Services, Work Activity and Vocational Training Services, 24 hours Mental Health Emergency Crisis Intervention Line. Fees are based on "ability to pay". No one will be denied services due to an inability to pay.
NORTHEAST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY SERVICE AGENCY, INC. (NEMCSA)
2375 Gordon Road
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: John Swise, CEO Phone: (989) 356-3474
Fax: (989) 354-5909
Website: www.nemcsa.org Email: godik@nemcsa.org
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Function: Our mission is to provide quality planning, programs and services to individuals, families and communities through the best use of human and financial resources.
Services: Area Agency on Aging, Care Management, MI Choice Home and Community Based Waiver, MI enrolls, Earned Income Tax Credit Assistance Program, Foster Grandparent Program, Senior Companion Program, Retired & Senior Volunteer Program, Compass Youth and Family Guidance, Weatherization, Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), Crisis Prevention and Migrant Worker Programs, Housing Technical Assistance, Environmental Programs, Homeless Technical Assistance, Individual Development Account Program, Workforce Investment Act, Work First, Employment Services, and School Success Program. Also see specific services below:
CLIENT SERVICES: Include The Emergency Food Assistance Program, (TEFAP); Commodity Supplemental Food Program, (CSFP); Home Weatherization; Homeless Prevention Program; Utility Assistance Program.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAMS: Early Head Start, Head Start, and Michigan School Readiness Programs.
Early Head Start:
100 Woods Circle, Suite 500
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Julie Smith Phone/Fax: (989) 354-2648
Email: smithj@nemcsa.org
Function: To strengthen families and children through high quality early childhood experiences
Services: Comprehensive and Parenting Support Services for families with children 0-3 including children with disabilities and pregnant women. Weekly home visits and weekly play group socialization experiences for children and parents.
Hours: Home visit times are flexible to meet family needs.
Head Start:
2375 Gordon Rd.
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Lori Clark, area manager Phone: (989) 356-3474, ext. 235
Email: clarkl@nemcsa.org
Function: Provide high quality, supportive learning experiences for children and families to promote their future success.
Services: Comprehensive preschool program for children ages 3-5. There is no charge for the program – families must qualify. Head Start services children with special needs.
Hours: Vary according to site. Centers run Monday through Thursday. Home-based determined by teacher/family.
Meetings: Could include monthly Parent meetings, bi-annual Family nights, quarterly Parent/Teacher conferences, and other activities.
SCHOOL SUCCESS PARTNERSHIP:
2375 Gordon Rd.
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Dorothy Pintar Phone: (989) 358-5006
Email: pintard@nemcsa.org
Function: Prevention program for students who are at risk for academic failure
Services: In schools, work with all children who are referred.
ADOLESCENT SERVICES: Provides crisis intervention and counseling services for youth who voluntarily choose to participate in the program and their families.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT: Services include housing proposal preparation and technical assistance; assistance with water projects; public opinion and needs assessment surverys; outside evaluation; and extensive census data services. Individual Development Account Program - a matched savings program allowing low-income individuals the opportunity to save for one of two asset purchases: home ownership or post-secondary education/vocational training.
AGING PROGRAMS: Long Term Care Ombudsman Program - nursing home advocate. Medicaid/Medicare Assistance Program (MMAP) - trained volunteers assist with Medicare/Medicaid issues. In-Home Services - Homemaking, Personal Care, Home Delivered Meals, Respite Care sub-contracted to local service providers. Congregate Meals - daily nutritionally balanced meals to individuals age 60+. Senior Community Service Employment Program - work training program provides part-time opportunities in community service employment for low income persons age 55+. National Family Caregiver Support - provides information and services to family caregivers caring for someone older than age 60. Adult Day Care Services – provide support to adult day care centers.
COMMUNITY BASED CARE PROGRAMS: Care Management - locates, mobilizes, manages variety of home care and other services needed by frail elderly persons aged 60 and older at risk of nursing home placement. MI-Choice Waiver Program - designed to allow persons who are eligible for Medicaid-covered nursing home services, (aged 18 and older), to remain in their own home with the same level of care. Michigan Enrolls (Maximus) - provides education, outreach and enrollment assistance for the health plans available in the recipient's county of residence. Michigan Assistive Technology Loan Fund - provides low cost, fixed rate loans to qualified applicants to finance the purchase of assistive technology devices and/or services such as vehicle lifts, ramps, home modifications, specialized computers, etc.
VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS: Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) - provides volunteer opportunities to income eligible senior citizens (60+) by establishing a consistent, one-on-one relationship with children in need of personal attention and special help. Senior Companion Program (SCP) - guidelines similar to FGP but volunteers provide companionship and assistance to frail/homebound elders and older persons with special needs. Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) - volunteers (55+) in Crawford and Roscommon counties assist blood drives, deliver meals on wheels, tutor children, and serve as greeters at hospitals, etc. There are no income restrictions.
MICHIGAN WORKS!: Workforce Investment Act, (WIA) Adult and Dislocated Workers - provides information, support, and resources that enable individuals to make a successful adjustment and quick transition for entry or reentry into the workforce. Welfare Reform Program - assists adult benefit recipients and non-custodial parents in the transition to self-sufficiency through employment. Michigan No Wrong Door System - assists individuals to access a single point of entry all major workforce development/economic development services.
NORTHEAST MICHIGAN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS, (NEMCOG)
121 E. Mitchell
P.O. Box 457
Gaylord, MI 49734
Contact: Diane Rekowski, Executive Director Phone: (989) 732-3551, ext. 21 or ext. 10
Fax: (989) 732-5578
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm
NORTHEAST MICHIGAN DEPRESSION & BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE, DBSA
112 Water St. (Located across from the Alpena Power Co. in downtown Alpena)
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Marcelle Levitt, Administrative Director Phone: (989) 354-4470
Email: nemdbsa@speednetllc.com National Affiliate Website: www.dbsalliance.org
Function: To provide self-help group and personal support and educational information to people affected by depression, bipolar, and related mood disorders, and to those who care about them. DBSA is a 501c(3) non-profit organization and a participating United Way Agency. All services are currently offered free of charge.
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Meetings: Weekly Peer-led support meetings are Tuesday 6:00-8:00 pm and Thursday 1:00-3:00 pm for adults over 18. Also, older adult group (60 +) is held Wednesday 2:00-3:30 pm.
Services: Mental health lending library and internet research room. Specialty group/classes are offered and are professionally led: Teen Depression/Bipolar Education, Parents and Family Bipolar Education, Dual Diagnosis Recovery and Anger/Stress Management.
C/o Jesse Besser Museum
491 Johnson Street
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Janet Romas, Vice President Phone: (989) 595-2384
Jesse Besser Museum (989) 356-2202
Email: jr333@chartermi.net
Function: Researching family history
Meetings: Third Thursday each month except December at 7:00 pm at Jesse Besser Museum
Contact: Jim and Linda Wallen Phone: (989) 354-5720
Email: jwallen@charter.net
Function: To bring married couples closer together. To join the group, couples must have participated in an encounter weekend, which are held twice a year in the Alpena area.
836 E. Bay
East Tawas, MI 48730
Contact: Carole Adams Phone: (989) 356-6494
Email: tawas@trilliumstaffing.com Fax: (989) 362-6444
Function: NEMPA is chapter 421 of Society for Human Resource Management of Arlington, VA.
NORTHEAST MI REHABILITATION AND OPPORTUNITY CENTER, NEMROC, INC
800 Bolton Street
Box 645
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact:
Howard D. French, CEO
Website:
www.nemroc.com
Phone: (989)
356-6141
Email: howardf@nemroc.com Fax: (989) 356-1607
Function: To provide employment and training to people with disabilities of N.E. Michigan so they may attain their highest level of employment, personal and social skills.
Services: Employment. Work skill training. Delinquency Program (Turning Point Program). Transportation.
Hours: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday
1308 S. Third
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Harry Crocker, President Phone: (989) 356-4161
Email: hcrocker@freeway.net
Function: Meet in a warm and friendly environment to develop public speaking and listening skills. The goal is to help each participant to become effective communicators.
Meetings: Weekly, Monday, 6:30p.m. at Alpena Community College, Besser Tech, Room 107D, 666 Johnson St. Open to all interested persons, visitors welcome.
OUR KIDS
5018 F-30
Glennie, MI 48737
Contact: Warren Mervyn, President Phone: (989) 735-2672
Tom Spencer, Treasurer (989) 735-2921
Meetings: The first Tuesday of every month at 4:00 p.m. We have telephone contact with each board member for each application approval.
Function: To aid Curtis Township youth in their needs and desires. Sometimes their desires are as worthy as needs.
Services: Money (up to $100.00 for each event).
PARTNERS IN PREVENTION
3022 S US 23, Suite C
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Carlene Przykucki, Executive Director Phone: (989) 356-2880
Mary Schalk, Support Group Phone: (800) 354-2880
Email: nemcpi@deepnet.net Fax: (989) 354-6939
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Function: To promote research-based programs & services that prevent misuse of alcohol, prescription drugs, inhalants, tobacco, and illegal drugs in Alcona, Alpena, Montmorency & Presque Isle counties. Seeks to increase developmental assets of youth and positive parenting skills to aid in prevention. Offers information, education, alternative activities, and approaches to change.
Services: Training, presentations, and free materials; Regional Alcohol & Drug Awareness Resource (RADAR); Alpena County Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition; Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Family Support Group; Parenting Awareness & Recognition Team; Presque Isle Alcohol Abuse Awareness Campaign Team; Annual Recognition Awards Program.
ST. VINCENT DEPAUL - ALCONA
2227 F-41
P.O. Box 13
Mikado, MI 48745
Contact: Nancy Schisler, Sharon Gajewski Phone/Fax: (989) 736-6271
Hours: Monday - Saturday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Wednesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Function: Aid the community
Services: Help with food, utilities, rent or mortgage. On a limited basis help with prescriptions, transportation, walls & septic. Store provides low-cost furniture and clothing, etc. Can give to those who cannot afford to purchase.
SALVATION ARMY - ALCONA
Hours: Call for information Phone: (989) 736-6271 (Message)
Function: To help those in need.
SHELTER, INC., HARRISVILLE SATELLITE OFFICE
136 E. Washington
Alpena, MI 49707
Phone: (989) 356-6265 Local Hotline: (800) 396-9129
Fax: (989) 356-6659
SPRUCE VFW 6754 AUXILIARY
1365 E. Spruce Road
Spruce, MI 48762
Contact:
Bertha Golder, President
6240 Bennett Rd.
Spruce, MI 48762
Meetings: Spruce VFW. 6754 - First Tuesday of month.
Function: Donate flags to organizations, road clean up, donations to needy families, transport seniors to town, work blood bank and etc.
TOPS MI. #1666, LINCOLN
United Methodist Church
101 E. Main
Lincoln, MI 48742
Contact:
Janice MacNeill, Chapter Leader
Phone:
(989) 736-8338 No Email
Meetings: Lincoln United Methodist Church. Tuesday 4:00 p.m. weigh-in, leave at 5:00 p.m.
Function: Support group for personal weight loss and life style.
UNITED WAY OF NORTHEAST MICHIGAN
3022 US 23 S, Suite A
Alpena, MI 49707
Contact: Germaine Stoppa, Executive Director Phone: (989) 354-2221
Email: uwnemi@verizon.net Fax: (989) 356-5782
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30a.m. - 12:00 noon, 1:00p.m. - 4:00p.m.
Function: The object of this organization shall be to receive contributions, gifts, and grants of money and to administer the same for charitable, recreational, and philanthropic uses. To study and keep abreast of the unmet social welfare needs in the community and to determine the appropriate source of financing such programs as may be needed and to cooperate in the planning and development of such services.
Meetings: Regular Board meetings are held second Tuesday of each month, except for September through November at 4:00 p.m. at United Way office. Open to the public.