Family of four earning up to $61,050 may now qualify for Michigan WIC

August 14th, 20260 LANSING — Responding to inflation and updated federal guidelines, Michigan’s Women, Infants and Children program, commonly known as WIC, has raised its income eligibility limit for monthly food assistance. Under the updated guidelines, a family of four may now qualify for the program with an annual household income of up to $61,050...

Michigan to issue new chip- and tap-enabled Bridge Cards later this year

July 31st, 20260 LANSING — Michigan residents who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits will begin receiving upgraded Bridge Cards equipped with chip and tap-to-pay technology later this year, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The new cards are intended to provide stronger protection against...

Assistance available for Michiganders who need help paying utility bills

April 30th, 20200 LANSING — State officials are urging Michiganders to be look for help if they’re struggling to pay their utility bills by reaching out to their energy providers and seeking financial assistance if they’ve lost a job or their income has dropped amid the coronavirus pandemic.    State leaders encourage anyone facing financial...