Get Help with Health Insurance and Benefits
Understanding health insurance can be confusing, but you don’t have to figure it out alone.
If you live in Southeast Michigan (primarily Wayne County & Downriver communities) , The Information Center offers free help to understand your options and apply for coverage. Our certified specialists can walk you through programs like Medicaid, the Healthy Michigan Plan, and the Marketplace.
You Don’t Have to Figure This Out Alone
Health insurance and public benefits can be confusing. Applications may use unfamiliar terms, eligibility rules can be hard to understand, and it may not be clear which program is right for you.
You are not expected to know all the answers before asking for help.
The Information Center provides free help to people throughout Wayne County and Southeast Michigan. Whether you need health coverage, help renewing benefits, food assistance, or emergency support, our team can guide you through the process.
We Help You Understand and Apply
Our certified specialists can help you:
Understand the programs available to you
Learn which options may fit your situation
Complete or update an application
Review paperwork and next steps
Avoid common application mistakes
Connect with additional benefits and support
There is no cost to receive help. The guidance you receive will be based on your needs and circumstances.
People We Support
Who This Help Is For
The Information Center helps individuals and families across Wayne County and Southeast Michigan understand health insurance and public benefits.
We help:
People who do not currently have health insurance
Individuals and families looking for affordable coverage
People applying for Medicaid or another health program
Current members who need to renew or update benefits
Parents seeking health coverage for their children
People who need food or emergency assistance
Anyone who is confused about their options
Common Situations
You may benefit from our help if:
You recently lost a job or health insurance
Your income or household has changed
You are having difficulty paying for healthcare
You need to renew Medicaid or another benefit
You received paperwork and do not know what to do
You need help buying food
You are facing an urgent financial or household need
You do not have to know which program is right for you before contacting us.
Programs We Can Help With
The Information Center helps people understand and apply for several health coverage and public assistance programs. We help people apply for or renew coverage and also support with food and other financial emergencies.
Eligibility is different for each program. You do not need to determine whether you qualify before contacting us. Our team can help you understand your options.
Medicaid
Medicaid provides health coverage to eligible individuals and families. We can help you understand the application process, gather the information you need, and complete your application.
Healthy Michigan Plan
The Healthy Michigan Plan provides health coverage to qualifying Michigan residents. Our specialists can help you understand the program, check possible eligibility, and apply.
Affordable Care Act Marketplace Plans
The Health Insurance Marketplace offers private health insurance plans and may provide financial assistance to lower the cost of coverage. We can help you compare options, understand available savings, and complete enrollment.
MIChild
MIChild provides low-cost health coverage for eligible children in Michigan. We can help families understand eligibility requirements and complete the application process.
Bridge Card Food Assistance
Michigan’s food assistance program helps eligible households purchase groceries. We can help you understand the program and apply for benefits.
State Emergency Relief
State Emergency Relief may help eligible households facing urgent needs related to housing, utilities, home repairs, burial expenses, or other emergencies. Our team can help you understand what assistance may be available and how to apply.
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What Happens Next
You do not need to know which program you qualify for, and you do not need to have every document ready before getting started.
What to Expect
The process is designed to be simple and guided.
After you submit your information:
A certified specialist may review your situation
We may contact you to ask follow-up questions
We will explain the options that may be available
We can help you complete or update applications
We will guide you through the next steps
We may connect you with other helpful programs or resources
Our goal is to make the process easier and help you move forward with confidence.