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Governor Granholm Unveils Resource for Needy Michigan Residents

September 3, 2009 - Michigan residents who need help with unemployment, food stamps, foreclosure and health care now can go to one Web site to sign up for assistance.

Governor Jennifer Granholm unveiled a new one-stop resource at www.michigan.gov/helpinghand.

The site will allow residents to answer questions to find out if they qualify for state assistance and in many cases let them apply online. Those without access to computers can call 2-1-1 call centers to get their questions answered. Some of the services also can be applied for over the phone.

The state is working with the Michigan Association of United Ways and the Michigan Community Action Agency Association, which will help people access the new options if they can't on their own.