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These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on June 22, 2020.

For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Michigan, we recommend that you visit the state’s COVID-19 Resources website or the Michigan Economic Development Corporation

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Description of Program and Relief

Free Confidential Emotional Support Counseling

Michigan’s COVID-19 hotline 1-888-535-6136 offers Michiganders confidential emotional support counseling at no cost. The service is part of a federally funded grant program implemented by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services and the Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Administration in partnership with the Michigan State Police.

Callers to the COVID-19 hotline will hear a recording that begins by saying to press “8” if they would like to speak with a Michigan Stay Well counselor. Michigan Stay Well counselors are available any time, day or night. Language translation is available for non-English speakers.

Government or Lead Agency

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services; Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Administration

Dates Available

Ongoing

Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions

Michiganders who are experiencing emotional distress in the context of the COVID-19 crisis.

Application Deadlines (If Applicable)

N/A

Contact for More Information

Call: 1-888-535-6136 / 8 am – 5 pm, Monday through Friday

Email: COVID19@michigan.gov / 8 am – 5 pm, Monday through Friday (closed on state holidays)

List of Additional Information

To access a variety of emotional support resources in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis, visit here.


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