Friends In Deed
What to do next
Call the Friends In Deed help line to ask whether utility, prescription, storage, or other direct assistance is currently available.
Source & verification
A suggested script — adapt it to your situation:
Hi, I'm calling to ask about emergency financial assistance.
My name is [your name], and I'm interested in the Direct Assistance and Utility Support program.
I wanted to ask whether there are any requirements I should know about, such as Washtenaw households in need of direct assistance with basic needs and financial emergencies?
I also wanted to confirm your current hours. I see Call for current intake and assistance availability. Is that still accurate?
And just to confirm — is this service free of charge?
What is the best way to get started? I see call the help line or email the organization to ask about direct assistance.
Thank you so much for your help.
Always introduce yourself and ask to speak with someone who can help with your specific need.
Waitlist / Capacity: Funding and item availability vary.
Ypsilanti nonprofit providing direct assistance with utilities, one-time prescriptions, storage, work shoes, educational supplies for adult learners, and other basic-needs support on a case-by-case basis.
Synod Community Services
Community-based support program helping immigrant and low-income households with translation, IDs, housing navigation, financial counseling,…
Waitlist / Capacity: Appointment timing varies by demand.
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
MDHHS Washtenaw County office administers SNAP food assistance, Medicaid, TANF cash assistance, and State Emergency Relief (SER) for utility…
St. Francis of Assisi Parish
Church-hosted volunteer tax-preparation program offering free help to eligible households by appointment during tax season.
Waitlist / Capacity: Appointments are limited during tax season.
GreenPath Financial Wellness
Nonprofit financial-wellness organization offering free credit counseling, debt counseling, and budgeting support by phone and online.
Waitlist / Capacity: Counselor availability varies by demand.