Food and Housing Insecurity

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Whether you're managing a tight budget or facing unexpected financial challenges, we're here to support your well-being with a network of resources designed to address food and housing insecurity, ensuring you have access to the essentials you need. 

Signs of food insecurity include:

  • Skipping meals or reducing portion sizes
  • Relying on low-cost, low-nutrient foods
  • Worrying about food running out before you have money to buy more

Signs of housing insecurity include:

  • Difficulty finding affordable housing
  • Feeling unsafe in your current living situation
  • Navigating lease agreements
  • Experiencing conflicts with landlords or roommates

Food Insecurity Resources

FoodFinder connects individuals to nearby programs and locations offering emergency food assistance.

The Maize and Blue Cupboard is an on-campus food pantry offering equitable access to healthy food and essential resources.

Michigan Dining provides nutrition services, including the MyNutrition tool to check allergens and nutritional values, and free one-on-one counseling for students with meal plans.

Student Food Co. ia a student-run non-profit that offers fresh, affordable produce through an on-campus stand and a pre-order system.

Housing Insecurity Resources

Beyond The Diag supports U-M students with off-campus housing, safety resources, and educational tools.

City of Ann Arbor Housing Programs provides affordable housing support and resources for Ann Arbor residents.

Community Action Network Housing Programs help individuals and families find affordable, stable housing.

Housing Access for Washtenaw County connects residents to emergency shelters and long-term housing options.

Michigan Housing offers on-campus housing for U-M students, ensuring convenience and connection.

Washtenaw Housing Alliance works with partners to ensure affordable housing and end homelessness.

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Having a hard time navigating resources?

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(734) 764-7420
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