Parent Resources
At the Great Start Collaborative Program, we know that parents play a critical role in their children’s development. That’s why we’re dedicated to providing parents with the resources they need to support their children’s growth and success. Our website offers a range of resources, including workshops and classes on parenting, educational resources, and access to health and nutrition information. Whether you’re looking to become a more effective parent, learn about your child’s development, or connect with other families in your community, our program has something for everyone. Visit our website today to learn more about the resources available to you as a parent.
For Other Social Services
Call 2-1-1
CALL 2-1-1 is a free, confidential service that connects people seeking answers with local community-based organization programs and services. CALL 2-1-1 can help you with employment, food assistance, help for an aging parent, addiction prevention services, access to health care, clothing, mental health services, affordable housing options, support groups and ways of becoming part of your community. Dial 2-1-1 or 877-211-5253 to connect 24 hours a day, 7 days a week or visit www.call-211.org to access the online resource database.


Workshops and Classes on Parenting
Health and Nutrition Information
Aspirus Ironwood Hospital
Address: N10561 Grand View Lane
Ironwood, MI 49938
Phone: (906) 932-2525
Website Contact: Click Here
Michigan Association for Infant Mental Health
Address: 601 S 7th Street
Ontonagon, MI 49953
Phone: (906) 884-8000
Website Contact: Click Here
Child Care Assistance
Gogebic Ontonagon community Action Agency
Address: 100 S. Mill St.
Bessemer, MI 49911
Phone: (906) 667-0283
Website: Click Here
MI Health & Human Resources (Child Care Assistance)
Website: Click Here
Child Trust Michigan
Website: Click Here
Educational Resources
Family Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs
Phone: 517-241-7630
Email: cshcsfc@michigan.gov
Website: Click Here
Michigan Alliance for Families (Free guide to special education)
Phone: 800-552-482
Website: Click Here
Michigan eLibrary (Free Learning Resources)
Website: Click Here
Michigan’s Children (Political Advocacy)
Website: Click Here
Daycare
GSTQ Finding Child Care Programs Search Engine
Website: Click Here
Housing
MI State Housing Development Authority
Website: Click Here