Women, Children, Child Care

The mission of the WRC is to promote the self-reliance of women by assessing needs, providing services and acting as a gateway to community resources. In seeking solutions for unmet needs, the WRC provides strategic leadership through collaboration and partnerships within the community. Women's Resource Center is women helping women to navigate life's hurdles, to access community services, to develop new skill sets, to move lives forward. Women's Resource Center is your connection point to a vast network of services available in our community. Whatever the challenge, find the help you need - whether you are dealing with divorce, returning to work, starting a business, dealing with financial difficulties, or coping with family or health problems.

 Abuse, Crisis, Housing/Shelter, Legal Aid, Mental Health, Support Groups, Women, Children, Child Care / 894 views

Women’s Information Service Inc. (WISE) is a non-profit serving Mecosta, Osceola and Newaygo Counties by providing crisis intervention and support services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. WISE provides a 24-hour emergency shelter for single women and women with children, a 24-hour help hotline, advocacy services, classes and group support, and a domestic violence/sexual assault response team.

 Abuse, Crisis, Education, Housing/Shelter, Legal Aid, Support Groups, Women, Children, Child Care / 800 views

"The WBC provides resources to help you invest in the success of your business. From registering your business to hiring your first employee, we’re here to help you start and grow your local small business. We also have a ready-made referral system in place for any other small business services you may also need."

 Education, Job Services, Mentoring/Tutoring, Women, Children, Child Care / 883 views

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides federal grants to states for supplemental foods, health care referrals, and nutrition education for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age five who are found to be at nutritional risk.

 Women, Children, Child Care / 699 views

Women Who Weld is a nonprofit organization that teaches women how to weld and find employment in the welding industry, while also developing economic opportunities for women and diversifying the workforce; the goal of Women Who Weld's intensive welding training program is for participants to develop an in-demand skill and receive intensive training and preparation for full-time job, apprenticeship, or continuing education opportunities in the welding industry. Women Who Weld's training classes are a low-cost, partially subsidized training option for women who want to pursue a full-time career in welding or develop the skill for individual purposes, e.g. to start a small business or engage in personal metalworking.

 Education, Job Services, Women, Children, Child Care / 690 views

The Woman's Co-op is dedicated to women helping women work together to improve their lives through life management skills, education, and employment opportunities. The Co-op provides several programs to promote self-reliance, including an education/job training program, life enrichement classes covering topics like parenting and moving out of poverty, paid work placements to help women develop job skills, community-based services, and a co-op store that sells essential household and personal items.

 Education, Job Services, Mentoring/Tutoring, Support Groups, Women, Children, Child Care / 766 views