Explore Michigan benefit calculators, screeners and official resources for Medicaid, the Food Assistance Program, cash help and unemployment.
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What each program is called in Michigan, who runs it, and the rule that most often decides a case. Each name opens that program's page.
| Program | Name in Michigan | Run by | Rule that most often decides it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicaid | Michigan Medicaid | Michigan Department of Health and Human Services | Michigan expanded Medicaid, so adults under 65 can qualify on income alone, up to 138% of the poverty level. |
| SNAP (food) | Food Assistance Program | Michigan Department of Health and Human Services | Gross income limit of 200% of the poverty level for most households. |
| TANF (cash help) | Family Independence Program | Michigan Department of Health and Human Services | The state sets both the income limit and the monthly payment. |
| Unemployment | Michigan Unemployment Insurance | Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency | Weekly benefit of $146 to $362, for up to 20 weeks. |
| LIHEAP (energy bills) | State Emergency Relief | Michigan Department of Health and Human Services | The state sets the income limit, often by state median income, and the agency confirms it. |
| WIC (nutrition) | Michigan WIC | Michigan Department of Health and Human Services | Income guideline of 185% of the poverty level, the same in every state. |
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Check whether your household may meet income guidelines for the Michigan Food Assistance Program (SNAP).
Check whether your family may meet preliminary guidelines for Michigan Family Independence Program cash assistance.
Check whether your household may meet preliminary income guidelines for Michigan WIC nutrition support.
Explore unemployment benefits and income support programs based on your earnings.
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Official resources
When you are ready to apply or verify official determinations, access these official state portals:
Apply online for food, cash, health care, and emergency relief in Michigan.
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Michigan assistance programs, eligibility rules, and local MDHHS offices.
Nutrition support, food benefits, and local WIC agencies for Michigan families.
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State details last checked 2026-10-09.
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