The staff at Community Action House makes every effort to treat all people with respect and fairness, and to provide knowledgeable, culturally competent services to members of the community. As a client, you have the right to receive services that you are eligible for; we cannot always provide every service for every client, but whenever possible, we will provide referrals and information about alternative community resources.
Emergency Services Program
Information
Emergency Services, including food, diapers, baby food and formula, hygiene and cleaning products are available on a walk-in, emergency basis. Applicants meet with a case manager in order to assess their situation and to determine eligibility.
Eligibility
Applicants must live in the 49423, 49424, or 49460 and have a valid id AND proof of address (must be less than 90 days old) to be assessed for services.
Hours
Applicants MUST arrive and complete paperwork for services at least 30 minutes prior to closing time in order for their application to be processed. High demand for services sometimes limits the number of people we can assist each day. It is recommended that applicants arrive as early as possible, or call ahead of time to verify they will be seen that day.
14th Street Office: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 1:00-5:00, Friday: 8:30-12:00
136th Avenue Office: Wednesday: 8:30am to 12noon, and 1:00-5:00pm
Quarterly Commodities
The USDA commodities will be distributed to low-income families in Ottawa County on May 18, and August 24th at Community Action House The commodity distribution, will take place at the
Community Action House
345 West 14th Street
Holland, MI 49423
OPEN: 1:00 to 3:00 pm
May 18th and August 24th
Eligible individuals must prove Ottawa County residency to receive The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) commodities. Income and family size are self-declared. Individuals who receive FIP (the old TANF), or SNAP (the old food stamps) are automatically eligible.
To receive commodities, household income, regardless of age, must not exceed 200% of the poverty level. Maximum household income is as follows: $21,780 annually for a household of one; $29,420 annually for a household of two; $37,060 annually for a household of three; $44,700 annually for a household of four; $52,340 annually for a household of five; $59,980 annually for a household of six; $67,620 annually for a household of seven; and $75,260 annually for a household of eight. To determine the maximum income with more than eight members in the household, add $7,640 for each additional member.
Contact
For more information, please contact Jennifer Boerman at (616) 392-2368 or jdboerman@communityactionhouse.org