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Substance Abuse

​Alcoholics Anonymous
Oakland County         
Global peer-led mutual aid fellowship begun in the United States dedicated to abstinence-based recovery from alcoholism using a 12-step program.(248) 332.3521
 aaoakland.org

Narcotics Anonymous
na.org 
​Narcotics Anonymous, founded in 1953, describes itself as a "nonprofit fellowship or society of men and women for whom drugs had become a major problem". Narcotics Anonymous uses a 12-step model developed for people with substance use disorders. Meetings daily at Lake Orion United Methodist Church in room 123 at 8:00 p.m. 

Domestic Violence

Michigan Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence
The following hotlines are manned by trained adovcates 24/7, are free and confidential. Advocate provides crisis and emotional support and can refer to local agencies.
  Domestic Violence Hotline: (866) 864.2338  
  Sexual Assault Hotline: (855) 864.2374
  Text hotline (for those who prefer texting):
​  (866) 238.1457  *member login not required to          use this service.
www.mcedsv.org

​Personal Loss


Hospice of Michigan
Grief support to anyone who is suffering the loss of a loved one. Reach out to Cindy Palmer at
(888) 357.5701 for assistance in finding a group near you.
*Virtual groups are available. 
 

Counseling Services

Treeside Psychological Clinic, P.C.
Christian Counseling Center in downtown Lake Orion.
45 N. Lapeer St., Lake Orion, MI 48362
248.693.9614

Crisis Intervention and Referal

Common Ground 
Crisis intervention, victim assistance outreach, drug screening and rehab referral as well as free counseling referral for people experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, loss and grief, self esteem issues and relationship issues.
(800) 231.1127

211.org United Way
Offers help with crisis and emergency housing and utilities, food and health issues. 2 - 1 - 1  (special issue and complete phone number) that  allows those in need to access information and obtain referrals to physical and mental health resources; housing, utility, food, and employment assistance; and suicide and crisis interventions. 
www.unitedwaysem.org/gethelp

  
Realtor 

Scott Johnson 
Lake Orion Based Compassionate Realtor and member of LOUMC. Scott has 25 years experience and is with Coldwell Banker. (10% of commission earned will be tithed back to LOUMC) 
(248) 330.5623
email: [email protected] 

Help with prescription medication

​Select Care Benefits Network (SCBN) 
One of America's leading Patient Advocacy Organizations. For uninsured or under insured Americans who cannot afford their prescriptions. SCBN gives prescription drug assistance by helping its members locate, qualify for and successfully access hundreds of prescription programs on an ongoing basis for only a fraction of the retail cost.  (888) 331.1002 
www.scbn.org.
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 Financial/ Mortgage/ Utilities

Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA)
Established in 1966 and provides financial and technical assistance through public and private partnerships to create and preserve safe and affordable housing. Offers down payment assistance programs that provide assistance to cover down payments and closing costs.
www.michigan.gov/mshda 
MSHDA provides rental assistance and homeless solutions as well.
Call our office toll free at: 855-MI-MSHDA

Oakland County Help With Housing Program
HUD Certified Housing Counselors offer free housing information, education, and referrals in a confidential setting.
  • Emergency Housing Support
  • Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention
  • Fair Housing
  • Homeless Services
  • Housing Counseling
  • Unlocking Doors Oakland
To speak with a counselor: (248) 858.5402
​Website (link)


Energy Assistance

*Reference 2-1-1 information in column one.

Michigan Department of Human Services (DHS) offers energy assistance to both DHS and non-DHS clients.
(800) 292.5650
​michigan.gov


The Heat and Warmth Fund (THAW) 
An independent non-profit organization, THAW distributes funds for bill-payment assistance across the state and promotes energy conservation, weatherization and energy efficiency education. 
(800) 866.8429

www.thawfund.org/

*An energy bill that is subject to shut off due to non-payment may be postponed up to 21 days due to a medical emergency. Contact your gas or electric company for more information.

Consumers Energy
Can set up a payment plan for all past due amounts to be paid within one year. 
(800) 477.5050 

DTE Energy
If  you are behind on your DTE Energy bill, find out how we can work with you to discuss payment plan options.  Learn about plans by clicking on this link: DTE
(800) 477.4747

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Can be attained by those who are low-income and are receiving public assistance, or unemployment compensation. The application  (MI-1040CR-7) can be requested from the Michigan Dept. of Health and Human Services.
www.michigan.gov/mdhhs 

Credit Counseling

GreenPath Financial Wellness
GreenPath Financial Wellness is a trusted national nonprofit with more than sixty years of helping people build financial health and resiliency. Our NFCC-certified counselors give you options to manage credit card debt, student loans and hopeownership.
(855) 409.3162
www.GreenPath.com


Transportation

North Oakland Transportation Authority (NOTA)
NOTA provides low-cost transportation for seniors (60+ years of age) and with disabilities (with doctors letter). Phone to get an application and be interviewed for approval to use service. Once approved, rides can be arranged with 48 hours notice. Transportation to work, doctor appointments and hospitals, etc. can be arranged.
(248) 628.7900.

 Employment Services

 Michigan Works!
Provides services and support to Michigan's workforce development system. Through the Association, members can access timely, relevant professional development opportunities and ensure high-quality programs for all customers.
Michigan Works! provides jobseekers the support, training and services they need to get back to work, find new employment, obtain needed credentials, and more.
Local service center is at 1850 N. Perry Street, Pontiac, MI 48340.
(800) 285.9675    
www.michiganworks.org

Michigan Department of Human Services (DHS)

Obtain a list of current job openings, apply for benefits with healthcare coverage, food assistance (FAP), Women, Infants and Children (WIC), Child Development and Care (CDC). Their website lets user find offices by county.
(800) 292.5650
​michigan.gov


Operation ABLE of Michigan 
Spectrum Human Services

Operation ABLE of Michigan helps adults find employment via personalized searches, job placement, occupational training and career transition services. Their special niche is helping adults at midcareer and beyond. They are committed to the ideal that ability is ageless.
​As a result, they also help the employer community develop and sustain access to a competent workforce in our region.
(313) 832.0922 
operationable.org.


Food, Clothing & Furniture

​Michigan Health and Human Services
Visit www.michigan.gov and click on "Assistance Programs".

Humble Design
Custom designing and fully furnishing home interiors for individuals, families and veterans emerging from homelessness.
www.humbledesign.org/
(844) 486.2533
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Love In the Name of Christ of North Oakland County (Love INC)

 A non-profit cooperative effort that links partner churches, volunteers, and service agencies and helps them to organize their efforts by reaching out to the poor and disadvantaged. Love INC helps people in need of clothing, furniture, household goods, and home repairs.
(248) 693.4357
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.loveincofnoc.org

Oxford/Orion Fish
Local food pantry with volunteers dedicated to the premise that "we will help, or find help, for anyone who needs assistance in Lake Orion, Oxford and Addison Township".  This help may take the form of food from our pantry, limited financial aid for emergency situations and referrals to other service agencies.
(248) 628.3933

Rochester Neighborhood House
Assists people during times of hardship. Some services offered are food pantry, clothes closet, financial support, budgeting help and counseling support.
(248) 651.5836
[email protected]

Shelters

​*Reference 2-1-1 information in column one.

Oakland County Resource - HOPE
If you are trying to assist someone experiencing homelessness, call:
(248) 499.7345 
Or visit the HOPE website (link below) Intake begins nightly at 5:00 PM on a first come, first served basis at:
249 Baldwin Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342
www.hopeshelters.org

Lighthouse Emergency Services 
Family emergency shelter that includes 54 beds of emergency shelter dedicated to families with children.

Phone: 248.920.6000 x3300

Salvation Army - Website allows fast acces to shelter by entering ZIP for a serch. Salvation Army offers assistance in various homelessness aspects with programs and services. Visit website and enter zipcode for information.
salvationarmyusa.org         

Grace Centers of Hope 
Non-profit, Christian organization committed to positively changing the lives of the unwanted, addicted, and homeless through the Gospel of Jesus Christ, personal accountability, life skills education, and work-related programs. 
​Phone (855) HELP-GCH
gracecentersofhope.org

Last Update: May, 2024
​Susan Montgomery

Lake Orion United Methodist Church

Service Time: Sunday 10:00AM

Telephone: 248 693-6201
Address: 140 E. Flint St.
​Lake Orion, MI 48362

Email: [email protected]

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    • Nursery
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