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Central Lake Resources
As a village, we all play a vital role in supporting and nurturing healthy families in our community. No one is alone. Together, we can have a positive impact on every child, parent and family in Central Lake.
Central Lake District Library
The Central Lake District Library is our community library. They offer a variety of programs for the whole family.
Story time on Wednesdays at 10:30.
Follow them on Facebook.
Central Lake Food Pantry
Community members are invited to visit the Food Pantry for food and other essentials every week.
Hours: Tuesdays 5 - 7 p.m. and Fridays 3 - 5 p.m.
Central Lake Public Schools
Central Lake Public Schools partners with CLEO to offer quality learning and care for young children, including a childcare program, before and after school care, and summer program. CLPS offers public education for preschool through 12th grade and is a small district with large capacity to support and love their students.
231-544-3141 ext. 200
8190 W State St, Central Lake, MI 49622
Communities in Schools of NWMI
Offers support for children, and their parents, in removing non-academic barriers that prevent academic success.
Great Start Collaborative and Family Coalition– Central Lake
A regional organization made up of community leaders and organizations that have a vested interest in early childhood experiences and opportunities. The Great Start Collaborative is also a dedicated CLEO partner, bringing many resources directly to the families of Central Lake.
Learn Self-Compassion
Dr. Judy Kuiper, MDiv, PhD is a licensed psychologist offering counseling services within the village of Central Lake.
Contact Dr. Kuiper, (231) 544-1277
Ursula House
The Ursula House hosts a variety of support services for the residents of Central Lake, including Rooted in Wellness Counseling Services, women’s empowerment group, grief support group, recovery support group, annual babysitter course and hypnobirth and infant massage classes and more.
Contact Char Lundy, 231-499-4222
8084 West Old State Rd, Central Lake, MI 49622 (Next to the First Congregational Church)
All-Recovery Meeting: Thursday evenings starting at 7:00 p.m. in person or on Zoom. For more information, please contact Shannon at (231) 266-4412 or chainofrecovery@gmail.com.
Wash Basket
As the local laundromat, the Wash Basket worked with the Great Start Collaborative to install a special place for kids to read and play.
Women’s Resource Center of Northern Michigan
The Women’s Resource Center provides services for residents of Central Lake and the surrounding region, including advocacy, support services, therapy, safe home, etc.