Resources

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Accessible Opportunities | 517-483-6074

Lansing Parks and Recreation accepts registrations from all people regardless of skills or abilities. Those individuals who may require accommodation or assistance are encouraged to call the program site or program coordinator two or three weeks before the start of the program. Staff will contact you and make arrangements for reasonable accommodations. The City of Lansing encourages all citizens of our community, including those with disabilities, to participate in recreational programming. Questions may be directed to the Manager of Leisure Services.

Equal Opportunity | 517-483-4477 or 517-483-4479 (TDD)

The City of Lansing provides services and employment on an equal opportunity basis without regard to religion, race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, height, weight, arrest record or handicap. Any questions regarding this may be directed to the Human Relations and Community Services Department.

Parks & Recreation Program Scholarships

Lansing residents under the age of 18 who meet Federal HUD low-income guidelines for the Lansing area are eligible for partial scholarships for Parks and Recreation sponsored programs. Applicants will be asked to show proof of income and proof of residency. Scholarships do not cover team fees, supply costs, out-of-town trips, one-day activities or activities not sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department. A co-payment is required at the time of application. Visit any community center or the main Parks and Recreation office for information and applications. Call 517-483-4277 for more information.

Do you know someone who has an eviction or a poor rental or credit history that is keeping them from finding quality and affordable housing? The City of Lansing sponsors a free program called Rent Smart that can help overcome these barriers. Rent Smart is an intensive interactive workshop that focuses on the knowledge and skills essential for a successful renting experience. It challenges participants to know and understand their rights and responsibilities as well as that of their landlord. Emphasis is on forming a strong partnership between the tenant and landlord, understanding key terms in the lease, how to handle maintenance requests, and budgeting, among other things.

This program, developed by the University of Wisconsin, consists of four 2-hour weekly sessions and will help in establishing a positive rental history and starts participants on the path for success. For more information or to register, please call the Office of Housing Ombudsman Joe McDonald at 517-4834019 or visit lansingmi.gov/housingombudsman.

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Missing a tool to complete your home project? Our Tool Lending Library is here to help! We have drills and saws to rototillers and more.

RESERVE YOUR TOOLS:

For more information contact Capital Area Housing Partnership at (517) 332-4663 or visit www.CapitalAreaHousing.org

KEEP YOUR HOME

B E H I N D O N Y O U R R E N T , M O R T G A G E O R U T I L I T I E S ?

Help is available to eligible Ingham County residents who have fallen behind on their rent, mortgage or utilities as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

For more information and to apply, contact Holy Cross Services at (517) 657-8145.

APPLICATION MATERIALS AVAILABLE ONLINE:

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Renters: ceraapp.michigan.gov Homeowners: capitalareahousing.org/pandemic-relief

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:

Advent House Ministries Capital Area Housing Partnership City of East Lansing City of Lansing Holy Cross Services Ingham County Legal Services of South Central Michigan Michigan State Housing Development Authority