Resources for Those in Need 2019
Oakland County, MI – Here is a list of resources for shelter, food, medical care and more. This list will be updated if other resources are found. If you know of any please email editor@oc115.com.
Shelter
Welcome Inn—Covenant Presbyterian Church
21575 W Ten Mile Rd, Southfield 48075 (248) 677-8757.
Open December 19 through March 17. Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30am – 8pm. Food, shelter, showers, laundry, computers and telephone access.
www.welcomeinn.com
South Oakland Shelter 18505 W. 12 Mile Rd, Lathrup Village (248) 809-3773 Call Sunday through Friday at 10 AM for possible intake. Lodging, food pantry, clothing closet, case management, health services, and laundry.
Grace Centers of Hope
35 E. Huron St. Pontiac MI 48342 1-855-435-7424.
Providing emergency food, shelter and clothing to the homeless in the community.
www.gracecentersofhope.org
Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries
(313) 993-4700. DRMM provides emergency, transition-al and permanent shelter.
info@drmm.org
Food: Groceries and Meals
Focus: HOPE 1355 Oakman Blvd, Detroit (313) 494-4600 Food and basic needs.
Open Hands: St. John’s Episcopal Church Emergency Food Pantry 26998 Woodward, Royal Oak (248) 546-1255 Phone first. Must present photo ID showing Oakland County residence. Mondays: 12:30pm – 2:45pm. Saturdays: 9:30am-11:45am. The pantry will be closed on the following dates: December 24, 26, 31. January 2.
Salvation Army 3015 N. Main St., Royal Oak, (248) 585-5600 Monday to 
Friday: 8:30 AM—12:00 PM, 1:00 PM—4:30 PM
South Oakland Community Lunch Program Genesis: The Church. 309 N. Main, Royal Oak Call for dates. (248) 542-2266
St. Mary’s Rectory 730 S. Lafayette (corner of Lincoln), Royal Oak Must be Royal Oak resident, show photo ID. Mon, Tues & Thurs: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Yad Ezra 2850 W. 11 Mile, Berkley (248) 548-3663 Must show photo ID, proof of income, and Social Security card for each member of the household. Mondays & Wednesdays: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Zion Lutheran Church Food Pantry 143 Albany, Ferndale (248) 398-5510 Photo ID and registration coupon required. 3rd Wednesday of the month. 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Saint Paul Lutheran Church
202 E. Fifth St., Royal Oak (248) 541-0613
Food Pantry for low income individuals and families on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month. Hours: 9 AM to 11 Am. And 1 PM to3 PM. Must present driver’s license or photo ID.
Renaissance Vineyard Church 1841 Pinecrest, Ferndale Food pantry by appointment: (248) 545-4664
Royal Oak First United Methodist Church Sack Lunch Program 320 W. 7th, 
Royal Oak (248) 541-4100 Sack lunches and hot lunches offered : Monday – Friday: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
The Carpenter’s House Church – Christ’s Cupboard Food Pantry
Holly, MI – 48442
248-328-9844
Neighbor for Neighbor
Davisburg, MI
248-634-0900
St. Rita Catholic Parish – St. Vincent de Paul
Holly, MI – 48442
(248) 634-4841
First Baptist Church of Holly
Holly, MI – 48442
(248) 634-8772
Center of Hope
Fenton, MI
810-629-5261
Salvation Army
3015 N. Main St., Royal Oak (248) 585-5600
By appointment only. Food pantry, utility assistance, clothing, furniture, rent/mortgage assistance, shelter and holiday assistance. Assistance based on need. Photo ID, proof of income, and other documentation required. Mon, Wed, Thurs: 8:30am—12:00pm; 1:00pm-4:30pm. Tues: 10:00am-12:00pm; 1:00pm-4:30pm.
Meals on Wheels
Cares of Farmington Hills
Common Ground Shelter for Runaway Youth
1222 S. Washington, Royal Oak (248) 547-2260. 1(800) 231-1127. Short –term shelter for runaway and homeless youths aged 10-17. Counselling and substance abuse education available. No court wards; voluntary program: parental consent required. Call first.
Commongroundsanctuary.org
Clothing 
St. Mary’s Rectory 730 S. Lafayette (corner of Lincoln), Royal Oak. Food pantry and clothing closet. Must be a Royal Oak resident and show photo ID. No phone calls. Mon, Tues & Thurs : 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Salvation Army 3015 N. Main (near 13 Mile), Royal Oak (248) 585-5600 Mon, Wed, Thurs: 8:30AM– 12:00PM; Tues: 10:00AM-12:00PM ; 1:00PM– 4:30PM By Appointment Only
Royal Oak First United Methodist Church
Call (248) 541-4100
Free clothing closet—Last Monday of every month. 10:30 AM –11:30 AM.
Referrals
Lighthouse of Oakland County
Call (248) 920-6100 ext. 2200
Offers emergency food, housing, medical, utility help to those in need.
www.lighthouse.org
Community Housing Network
(866) 282-3119
One stop shop with answers to housing questions for peo-ple facing a housing crisis, people with disabilities, and those who are homeless.
www.Communityhousingnetwork.org
Catholic Charities of Southeast MI
1424 East 11 Mile Road Royal Oak. Call (855)882-2736 for information about programs and services.
www.ccsem.org
The Metropolitan Detroit Diaper Bank
(313)478-4420 Providing infant, children and senior citizen diapers for those who qualify.
www.Detroitdiaperbank.com
Haven
(248) 334-1274 (staffed crisis line) (877) 922-1274 (toll free) (248) 334-1284 (business number) 24 hour assistance for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. www.haven-oakland.org
Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency South
Call for assistance. Must live in Oakland County.
(248) 542-5860. www.olhsa.org
United Way
Call 2-1-1. For information and resources on health care, child care, 
prescription expense assistance , food, utility assistance and more. www.211.unitedwaysem.org
Haven
(248) 334-1274 (Staffed crisis line)
(877) 922-1274 (toll free)
(248) 334-1284 (business number)
24 hour assistance for victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. www.Haven-Oakland.org
Medical
