Jayhawk Resource Hub

Transportation Resources

We recommend you talk with a Care Team member to get help accessing community resources not listed below. Submit a Care & Concern Request or call 231-777-0224.

MATS (Muskegon Area Transit System) – MATS is the primary provider of transportation in Muskegon County. To learn more about schedules, bus routes, and other transportation services such as Go2 visit the MATS website.

Call 211 anytime or visit mi211.org to get connected to other transportation resources.

Emergency Housing Resources

We recommend you talk with a Care Team member to get help accessing community resources not listed below. Submit a Care & Concern Request or call 231-777-0224.

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. 
• 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 Care & Concern Request, 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. Submit a Care & Concern Request or call 231-777-0224.

• 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.
• TimelyCare – 24/7 virtual mental health and emotional care from anywhere in the U.S. Accessible to enrolled students, TimelyCare services include mental health counseling, on-demand emotional support, medical care, basic needs assistance, peer support, and self-guided wellness tools.
  • Getting Started:

    1. Download the TimelyCare mobile app or visit Timelycare.com/muskegon.
    2. Log in with your Muskegoncc.edu email address.
    3. Register an account.
    4. Explore the app: Check out the self-care content, peer
    community, or get care from a provider.

• 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

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?  Please stop into the Jayhawk Hub or submit a Care & Concern Request to speak with a Care Team member.

Pregnant, Parenting and Childcare Resources

We recommend you talk with a Care Team member to get help accessing community resources not listed below. Submit a Care & Concern Request or call 231-777-0224.

• 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) – To login to MI Bridges click here. Questions about applying for benefits including Medicaid, childcare assistance, SNAP food assistance, and more?  Please stop into the Jayhawk Hub or submit a Care & Concern Request to speak with a Care Team member.
• 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 Foundation for Muskegon Community College at (231) 777-0571.

LGBTQ Resources

MCC Resources:

• MCC Preferred Name Change
• MCC Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) Club
• 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.