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IMPORTANT CHANGES TO PUBLIC BENEFITS

Recent federal and state policy changes may affect eligibility, work requirements, and renewal processes for certain public assistance programs, including healthcare coverage through the Healthy Michigan Plan. These changes may require program beneficiaries to meet work, education, training, or volunteer activity requirements beginning in 2027, while some individuals may still qualify for exemptions. Because these requirements continue to evolve, residents are encouraged to review the latest information from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and check back regularly for updates.

If you have questions about your benefits, need help understanding new requirements, or are looking for qualifying activities, support is available.

Helpful Resources

For the most up to date information:
New Healthy Michigan Plan - Work Requirements
To learn about  employment  opportunities and job training:
Michigan Works! Association
Find volunteer opportunities here:
Labor and Economic Opportunities

need help navigating changes?

Contact 2-1-1 to connect with local resources, employment services, volunteer opportunities, and other community supports.
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United Way of Bay County’s programs

Food Forward – Advancing Access for ALICE
Enrollment is available year-round
Ride Forward – Transportation Assistance Program
Enrollment is available year-round
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program
Enrollment Begins: Jan 20, 2026

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Search the Michigan 2-1-1 database for programs serving Bay County Residents.
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Work with a United Way community navigator

Sometimes navigating resources can be complicated. If you would like further assistance to get connected to services, United Way has Community Resource Navigators that can help.

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Programs That Provide Direct Assistance

Food Forward

A program that provides support for ALICE households by subsidizing grocery expenses that do not qualify...

Ride Forward Transportation

United Way of Bay County’s Ride Forward program provides safe, reliable transportation for ALICE seniors aged...
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The Barbara and Gary Bosco Back 2 School Program provides new clothes, shoes, backpacks, and school...
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Provides winter boots to elementary school students from Pre-K through 5th grade.
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program offers free, professional tax return services to qualifying individuals...
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Scheduled Office Closings

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All communications received during office closings will be handled on the next opening day.

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All applicants must first review and sign our Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) before submitting their application. You will be asked to upload a signed copy of the PDF to the application form.
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