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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.
All-Recovery: Support Meeting & Resource Hub
Thursdays, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Ursula House (8084 W Old State Rd., next door to Central Lake First Congregational Church) & Zoom
Recovery is better together. We provide a safe, inclusive space for anyone navigating substance use, grief, or mental health challenges.
Weekly Peer Support: Join the conversation in person or online.
Resource Navigation: Get direct access to essential community tools and services.
All are welcome: we warmly invite those in recovery as well as allies looking to offer support.
Contact: Shannon 231.412.2664 / chainofrecovery@gmail.com
CAPE-ACE Portable Cribs
The CAPE Council has provided CLEO partners with a few portable cribs to share with families who need a safe space for their child to sleep.
Contact: Bridgette Potter-See, 657-458-3400
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.
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.
Contact: First Congregational Church of Central Lake, (231) 544-6878 or Pastor Gary Bekkering, 231-313-1448
Central Lake Public Schools
Central Lake Public Schools partners with CLEO to offer a high-quality education and learning environment for children birth through 12th grade. The district provides a comprehensive Infant and Toddler program, a 3-Year-Old Head Start Collaborative classroom, 4-Year-Old Great Start Readiness Program, before- and after-school programming, and a fun and enriching summer program. CLPS is committed to creating a developmentally rich environment where every child can learn and grow right here in our community.
231-544-3141 ext. 2
8190 W State St, Central Lake, MI 49622
Chain of Recovery
Supporting individuals and families affected by substance use disorder and mental health challenges through peer-
led support, advocacy, education, and community engagement.
Shannon Rossman, 231.412.2664
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.
Ursula House
The Ursula House hosts a variety of support services including:
Chain of Recovery, Shannon Rossman, 231.412.2664
Rooted in Wellness Counseling, Shana Wojtowicz, 231.342.9309
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 Empowerment Group
Join us for a biweekly support group led by a licensed counselor at the Ursula House, 8084 W Old State Road.
Contact: Shana Wojtowicz, Rooted in Wellness Counseling, 231.342.9309
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.