Jayhawk Resource Hub

Emergency Transportation Resources

Currently enrolled students can receive MATS single ride bus passes or emergency gas cards if facing emergency transportation concerns directly affecting their success in classes. Students can go to the Jayhawk Hub during open hours to access.

MATS (Muskegon Area Transit System) – visit matsbus.com or schedule/bus routes, other transportation options and more information

Emergency Housing Resources

We recommend you talk with a Care Team member to get help accessing community resources not listed below.

Muskegon Community College is a commuter school, so we do not offer any on-campus housing. See our Student Housing page. Here are some community resources to check into for emergency situations.

• CALL 211 anytime or visit mi211.org to get connected to all community resources related to emergency housing concerns, utility assistance, property tax or  home repair assistance and more!
• Immediate Shelter – Muskegon Rescue Mission
• Women’s and Family Shelter – (231) 727-6010 located at 1691 Peck Street, Muskegon MI 49441
• Men’s Shelter – (231) 727-6085 located at 400 W Laketon Avenue, Muskegon MI 49441

Substance Abuse Resources

• Al Anon – help and hope for families and friends of people struggling with alcoholism or addiction. Visit alanonmeetings.org for more information. Al Anon meetings happen every Monday in the Jayhawk Hub from 12-1 pm.
• Healthwest – call (231) 722-HELP (4357) or visit healthwest.net
• Families Against Narcotics – call (833) 202-HOPE (4673) or visit familiesagainstnarcotics.org
• Mediation and Restorative Services – underage cannabis use prevention, visit mediatewestmichigan.com/prevention-services

Domestic and Sexual Violence Resources

MCC strives to cultivate a healthy and diverse community that recognizes the value of everyone and advances a safe, pleasant and respectful culture for all. We encourage anyone who has been the victim of sexual harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, stalking, or other sexual misconduct to report the incident promptly to the Title IX Coordinator or designee. This can be done by submitting a Title IX Care Report through your MyMCC, calling (231) 777-0690 or coming to campus to report in person. In addition Campus Security is available 24/7 to assist. Sexual misconduct issues cover a wide range of behaviors, when in doubt please report the concern.

• Learn More About Title IX
• Book an Appointment with a Counselor
• Every Woman’s Place – we’re here for victims and survivors, call the 24-hour crisis line at (231) 722-3333 or visit everywomansplace.org
• National Domestic Violence Hotline – (800) 799-SAFE (7283)
• Rape, Abuse, and Incest Network (RAINN) – (800) 656-HOPE (4673)
• Victim Services Program –Little River Band of Ottawa Indians–(231) 398-6719. https://www.victimservicesprogram.org.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Resources

We recommend you talk with a Care Team member to get help accessing community resources not listed below.

• CALL 211 anytime or visit mi211.org to get connected to all community resources related to health supportive services, prescription help and more!
• Volunteer for Dental – call (231) 773-1360 or visit volunteerdental.org
• Hackley Community Care – call (231) 737-1335 or visit hackleycommunitycare.org
• Muskegon Family Care – call (231) 739-9315 or visit mfc-health.org

Mental Health Resources

• Mental Health Hotline – available 24/7, call 988
• MCC Counseling and Advising – All MCC counselors are Licensed Professional Counselors  (LPC) or Limited Licensed or Professional Counselors (LLPC). The MCC Counseling and Advising Center holistically supports MCC students’ mental wellness through short term personal counseling & mental health education.  Schedule an appointment by calling (231) 777-0362 or clicking here.
• MCC Counseling’s Other Mental Health Resources – Learn more on the Counseling & Advising page.
• Healthwest – call (231) 722-HELP (4357) or visit healthwest.net

MI Bridges/State Resources

Get assistance applying for SNAP, Medicaid or other benefits.

MDHHS (MI Department of Health and Human Services) –  Login in to MI Bridges Here. Questions about applying for benefits including Medicaid, childcare assistance, SNAP food assistance, and more?  Contact the Jayhawk Hub manager to make an appointment with a MDHHS specialist HERE.

Pregnant, Parenting and Childcare Resources

We recommend you talk with a Care Team member to get help accessing community resources not listed below.

• CALL 211 anytime or visit mi211.org to get connected to all community resources related to childcare assistance.
• MDHHS (MI Department of Health and Human Services) – MDHHS Specialist available by appointment in the Jayhawk Hub (room 2046) on Thursdays from 12:30-3:30pm for assistance with applying for benefits including Medicaid, childcare assistance, SNAP food assistance, and more. To login to MI Bridges click here.
• Find Childcare in Michigan – visit greatstarttoquality.org/finding-child-care-preschool.

Give Help

• Direct donations – We accept donations directly to the Jayhawk Hub (Main Campus, Room 2046) of non-perishable food, snacks and household items.
• MCC Foundation – You can also directly support the Jayhawk Pantry and other support services for students by donating to the Jayhawk Hub general fund. Contact the MCC Foundation at (231) 777-0571.

LGBTQ Resources

MCC Resources:

• MCC Preferred Name Change
• MCC Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) Club
• MCC Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• MCC Counseling and Advising – All MCC counselors are Licensed Professional Counselors  (LPC) or Limited Licensed or Professional Counselors (LLPC). The MCC Counseling and Advising Center holistically supports MCC students’ mental wellness through short term personal counseling & mental health education.  Schedule an appointment by calling (231) 777-0362 or clicking here.

Other Resources:

• The Trevor Project – available 24/7, text 678-678, call 1-866-488-7386 or visit thetrevorproject.org
• LGBTQ National Hotline – call 888-843-4564 or visit lgbthotline.org
• Grand Rapids Trans Foundation Resource List – The Local Resource List created by the Grand Rapids Trans Foundation includes a wide variety of resources. The resources on this list have been found by the local community to be Trans-Affirming and Trans-Friendly. Find the list here.
• CALL 211 anytime or visit mi211.org to get connected to local community resources.