Michigan's Women, Infants & Children program, providing supplemental nutrition, breastfeeding information, and other resources for healthy mothers & babies.
Information on the Family Independence Program, State Disability Assistance, SSI, Refugee, and other cash assistance.
If you cannot afford child care, payment assistance is available.
Children's Special Health Care Services information and FAQ's.
Information on assistance with home repairs, heat and utility bills, relocation, home ownership, burials, home energy, and eligibility requirements.
Information on the Food Assistance Program, eligibility requirements, and other food resources.
Information about the health care programs available through Medicaid and how to qualify.
Our migrant program works with a number of organizations to provide services for Michigan’s migrant and seasonal farmworkers.
A federal program which helps persons admitted into the U.S. as refugees to become self-sufficient after their arrival.
Universal caseload, or task-based processing, is a different way of handling public assistance cases.
Information on the Children's Protective Services Program, child abuse reporting procedures, and help for parents in caring for their children.
Information on adoption programs, adoption resources, locating birth parents and obtaining information from adoption records.
Information on Adult Protective Services, Independent Living Services, Adult Community Placement Services, and HIV/AIDS Support Services.
Information on child support services for participants and partners.
Programs for healthy children & families, including immunization, lead poisoning prevention, prenatal smoking cessation, and many others.
Information on the Children's Foster Care program and becoming a Foster Parent.
Information about the Michigan law that requires certain information be made available to a woman who is seeking an abortion at least 24 hours prior to the abortion procedure.
Information on treatment and services for juvenile offenders, success stories, and more.
Child Welfare Medical and Behavioral Health Resources
MDHHS and partners support a continuum of prevention services. The continuum is inclusive of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention activities. Visit this page to learn more.
Information about injury and violence prevention programs in Michigan
Information on Safe Sleep for your baby, how to protect your baby's life.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services' (MDHHS) Environmental Health Bureau (EHB) uses the best available science to reduce, eliminate, or prevent harm from environmental, chemical, and physical hazards.
Information, sources of data and resources to support Firearm Injury Prevention efforts across the state of Michigan.
Medical Resources for Child Protection
Serves as liaison and provides funding to Michigan’s 45 local health departments.
Adult Behavioral Health & Developmental Disability Services
Information and resources for development of Plans of Safe Care.
Multicultural Health
Prevention of diseases & conditions such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes and many others.
Information on communicable & chronic diseases.
Home to an array of public health programs, initiatives and interventions aimed at improving the health and well-being of women, infants, families and communities.
Birth, Death, Marriage and Divorce Records
Boards and Commissions
Bridge Card Participation Information on Electronic Benefits for clients and businesses, lists of participating retailers and ATMs, and QUEST.
Provider Payments Information on the direct deposit of State of Michigan payments into a provider's bank account.
Information on How to Bid, Requests for Proposals, forms and publications, contractor rates, and manuals.
Information & resources for Community and Faith-Based partners
Information on DHS Applications and Forms grouped by category.
State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP)
Health Care Providers
Licensing information for Adult Foster Care and Homes for the Aged, Child Day Care Facilities, Child Caring Institutions, Children's Foster Care Homes, Child Placing Agencies, Juvenile Court Operated Facilities and Children's or Adult Foster Care Camps.
Michigan Statewide Systems of Care
Information on the grant awarded for the State Innovation Model Proposal
Protect MiFamily -Title IV-E Waiver
Offers resources for agencies who operate the Weatherization Assistance Program in the state of Michigan
Information on resources in your community and volunteer recruitment and training, and services provided at local DHS offices.
Information is collected to monitor the general health and well-being of Michigan citizens.
Equal Opportunity, Legal Base, Laws and Reporting Welfare Fraud information.
A variety of reports & statistics for programs and services.
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Diabetes is a complex and costly disease that affects 1.15 million Michigan adults and 188,000 of them don't know they have it. The Diabetes and Kidney Unit at MDHHS is working to provide resources and support programs for people living with diabetes.
Did you know that people who receive diabetes education have a lower hemoglobin A1C? They also have a lower risk of diabetes-related health complications and depression. Diabetes education saves you time, saves you money, and enhances your quality of life.
Watch 7 animated videos showing show you the self-care steps you need to get started managing diabetes. Watch them in any order—they all include tips and strategies you can use right now.
Diabetes is a long-lasting health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. When your blood sugar goes up, such as when you eat certain foods, it signals your pancreas to release insulin. If you have diabetes, your body either doesn't make enough insulin or it isn't using the insulin as well as it should. Over time, when too much sugar stays in your blood, that can cause serious health problems, such as heart disease, vision loss and kidney disease.
When you have diabetes, blood sugar fluctuations can be scary and frustrating. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have had diabetes for a long time, it is important to know the signs and symptoms of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). Use these handouts to talk to your doctor and diabetes educator about your risks of low or high blood sugar and make a plan to treat these conditions at home.
Several members of your healthcare team can help you to manage your diabetes. Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) is a service that individualizes education to your specific needs. Use the program locator below to find a service location near you. Below is additional information on making the most of your diabetes visits with your healthcare team.
Who is on your Healthcare Team?
For non-emergency treatment of low blood sugar, be prepared and have a plan in place. Note these treatment options:
Talk to your doctor if you need an emergency treatment for low blood sugar, called Glucagon. Learn more about the options:
Glucose and Glucagon Patient Guide
Take Charge of your Diabetes
Exercise Tips
Walk with Ease self-directed program: Physical activity is an important part of diabetes management. If you are just getting started with exercise or want to follow a program for motivation, try Walk with Ease – free for Michigan residents! Pick the “diabetes group” during registration, for supportive diabetes messaging.
Mental health affects so many aspects of daily life—how you think and feel, handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. It could make it harder to stick to your diabetes care plan. Talk to your diabetes care team for help and discuss the many healthy ways to cope.
Many resources are available to provide relief and ways to save on medication costs.
If you or someone you know is struggling financially, see the resources below.
Housing, Food and Shelter
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Assistance Programs
Finding Your Way: A Roadmap to Social Systems and Resources
Food can have a big impact on blood sugar. Learn tips for diabetes management and making choices that fit your lifestyle.
Connect with a dietitian for a personalized meal plan. Find diabetes training locations: www.michigan.gov/diabetes
American Diabetes Association resources:
It's important to plan ahead for sick days or emergencies before they happen. If you get sick, your blood sugar can be harder to manage.
Prepare before getting sick:
If You Get Sick:
Resources for black women living with type 2 diabetes
DiabetesSisters: a virtual or hybrid community that understands your journey with diabetes, offering support and guidance when you need it the most.
Diabetes Day by Day: this podcast from the American Diabetes Association is intended to help people with diabetes and their caregivers overcome everyday challenges with managing diabetes.
Walk with Ease self-directed program: Physical activity is an important part of diabetes management. If you are just getting started with exercise or want to follow a program for motivation, try Walk with Ease – free for Michigan residents! Pick the “diabetes group” during registration, for supportive diabetes messaging.